2012 BRP Can-Am Commander 1000 EFI 4x4 Performance UTV

27-inch Carlisle Black Rock radial tires on 12-inch wheels (base model)
Purpose-built, six-ply Carlisle Black Rock radial tires mounted on 12-inch wheels provide great traction and control in a wide variety of conditions.

240-watt lighting system
The Can-Am Commander 1000 family of side-by-side vehicles features the industry’s best lighting system at 240 watts. Automotive-style projectors, on each side, run at 120 watts in low beam and 240 watts in high-beam mode.

Quick-attach side nets
| Easy to open and close using one-hand, one-click, the side nets are standard on both side of the Commander 1000. Specifically designed to keep a clear field of vision for driver and passenger. .

10-gallon (38 litres) gas tank
The largest fuel tank (10 gallons; 38 litres) in the side-by-side industry provides maximum range out on the trail and at the work site. That’s also 11 percent more capacity than the nearest competitor.

NORMAL & Performance D.E.S.S. Keys (w/ an optional third work key)
D.E.S.S. is the industry’s first standard anti-theft device. Electronic code in key must match code in ECU to start. The Commander 1000 family comes with two different keys. One is standard key, which limits top speed to
43.5 mph (70 km/h). The second key is the performance key which has no limitation on speed or power.

3-point seatbelts with anti-cinch
Occupants have peace of mind and comfort with the Commander side-by-side’s three-point seatbelt with anti-cinch a warning alert if the driver’s belt is not fastened properly.

11 inches of total ground clearance
Offers a whopping 11 inches (279mm) of total ground clearance for maximum performance for conquering challenging terrain. We built sag right in to the suspension, which lets the system work in its travel “sweet spot”.

214mm disc brakes with twin-piston calipers
Front and rear outboard disc brakes with 214mm discs and twin-piston calipers.

240-watt lighting system
The Can-Am Commander 1000 family of side-by-side vehicles features the industry’s best lighting system at 240 watts. Dual left and right automotive-style projectors run at 120 watts in low beam and 240 watts in high-beam mode.

1,500 lbs (680 kg) towing capacity
An impressive 1,500 lbs. of towing capacity lets the Commander 1000 family tow heavy loads.

2-inch rear hitch receiver
A standard two-inch hitch receiver allows a standard vehicle towing bar and ball to be used with the Commander 1000 family.

Comfort seats with sit-in fore / aft driver adjustment
Our full bolster seats offer unmatched comfort levels and refine the side-by-side experience with lumbar and shoulder support. Both seats are designed to allow easy entry and exit of the machine. Adjustable fore and aft without the need of tools, the automotive-like driver’s seat offers 6.3 inches (16 cm) of total adjustment.

Removable, free-standing seats
Freestanding, removable seats mean you’ll enjoy remain comfortable whether it’s inside the cab or sitting in our seats around the campfire at the end of a long day.

Passenger handhold and grab bar
The Commander line of side-by-side machines feature two passenger handhold locations for supreme comfort and convenience. Located immediately in front of the passenger, the grab bar is designed with ergonomic bends for multiple and comfortable hand positions. The additional left-hand grip bar on the center console provides the passenger and additional handhold.

Dual cup holders
Twin cup holders, located in the center console, have rubber flaps for off-road use.

650-watt magneto
The Commander 1000 electrical system can dedicate up to 300 free watts to power accessories thanks to the industry’s largest magneto. It’s a full 30-percent more than the nearest competitor.

Easy-to-use maintenance centre
Easily accessible and out of the elements under the hood, a centralized maintenance area allows access to the airbox, radiator and coolant overflow. Fuses and relays are also easily accessible.

Base color option
The Commander 1000 base model is available in a signature yellow color.