The year’s best new ATVs and side-by-sides for Canadian hunters and anglers

For some fishing and hunting trips to the back of beyond, a pickup truck just doesn’t cut it. Instead, you need a vehicle that can take on sketchy trails and navigate steep hills—complete with enough room for both gear and passengers. This year’s new ATVs and side-by-sides from the major manufacturers are designed for just that, as the following roundup reveals. (Please note, the prices shown here are for the base models only.)

Learn more about off-road vehicles at www.outdoorcanada.ca/theperfectatv.  

FRONTIER 700 SCOUT 8X8 ($27,699)

Key features: Amphibious capability; 700cc V-twin engine; Instant Torque Drive System; standard 2,500-pound winch; heavy-duty front rack; seats six on land, four on water.

The promise: “Handle the most demanding terrain.”

Learn more: Argo, www.argoxtv.com

OUTLANDER ELECTRIC ($17,799)

Key features: 47-horse electric engine with 53 foot-pounds of instant torque; up to 80 kilometres of range; five-inch colour battery status display; 14-inch cast aluminum wheels.

The promise: “Silent drive with near-zero vibration.”

Learn more: Can-Am, www.can-am.brp.com/ca

CFORCE 1000 MV ($17,599)

Key features: 963cc V-twin engine; 30-inch CST Wild Fang tires and adjustable piggyback shocks for muddy trails; triple-mode electronic steering; 3,500-pound winch.

The promise: “Total control in the roughest conditions.”

Learn more: CF Moto, www.cfmoto.ca

PIONEER 700-2P DLX ($20,977)

Key features: 675cc engine; automatic transmission with paddle shifters; electric power steering; 50 litres of storage; 1.000-pound capacity bed; 1,500-pound tow capacity.

The promise: “Works as hard as you do.”

Learn more: Honda, powersports.honda.ca