2012 Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000i H.O.

2012 Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000i H.O. pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Sport UTV
MSRP
$16,599
Warranty
6
Insurance
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport UTV
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2012
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Arctic Cat
Display Name
Wildcat 1000i H.O.
Year
2012
Make
Arctic Cat
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid / Air
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
SOHC
Bore (mm/in)
92 / 3.62
Stroke (mm/in)
71.6 / 2.82
Displacement (cc/ci)
951 / 58
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
50
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Front Wheel)
Shaft
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Belt
Reverse
Yes
Transmission Brand
Duramaticâ„¢
Hi / Low Range
Yes
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Front Tire Diameter (in)
26
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
26
Tire Brand
Duro
Front Tire Width
9
Front Wheel Diameter
14
Rear Tire Width
11
Rear Wheel Diameter
14
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Duro Kaden AT 26 X 9-14
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Duro Kaden AT 26 X 11-14
Tread Type
All Terrain
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Engine Braking Brand Name
Engine Braking System
Front Suspension Type
Independent Double A-Arm
Front Travel (in/mm)
17 / 432
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Suspension Type
Independent
Rear Travel (in/mm)
18 / 457
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Adjustment Type
Shock Mounted Adjustment
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Type
Power
Steering Control
Steering Wheel
Tilt Steering
Standard
Width (in/mm)
64 / 1626
Height (in/mm)
65.8 / 1670
Wheelbase (in/mm)
90 / 2286
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
13 / 330
Length - No Bumpers (in/mm)
120 / 3048
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
1305 / 592
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
9 / 34
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.73
Seat Type
Bucket
Seat Material
Vinyl
Folding
No
Headrest
Yes
Number Of Seats
2
Number Of Rows
1
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Aluminum / Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Chain Guard
No
Engine Case Guard
Yes
Brush Guard
No
Exhaust Guard
No
Radiator Guard
No
Front Mud Guards
No
Rear Mud Guards
No
CV Boot Cover
No
A-Arm Skid Plate (Front/Rear)
No / No
Bash Plate (Front/Rear)
No / No
Full Length Skid Plate
Yes
Cab Cage
Standard
Cab Rollbar
Standard
Cab Door Material
Hard
Camouflage
No
Cab / Bed Divider
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Oil Pressure Gauge
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Hour Meter
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Voltage Meter
Standard
Warranty (Condition)
Limited
Destination Charge
550
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Driveline Type
Selectable 4X2 / 4X4
Number Of Driveline Modes
2
Rear Unlocking Differential
No
Rear Solid Axle
No
Differential Lock Location
Front
Paint
Standard
Decal Kit
Standard
Folding
No
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Number Of Cupholders
2
Bed Capacity (lbs./kgs.)
300 / 136.1
Cargo Bed Tilt
No
Cargo Bed Material
Polyethylene
Glove Box / Dash Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
LED
Power Outlet
Standard
Seat Belts
Standard
User Reviews
13 reviews
  • Amazing machine
    By Tim Potteiger (I am an Owner) on Jun 15, 2013

    If you were dumb like me and bought the first year model, well that's our bad, but even still, Arctic Cat has done more in warranty service so far above and beyond any call making us happy well beyond the 6 month warranty. We had oil leaks, they replaced the engine with a brand new one, no questions ...

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  • 4.7
    By Mike (I am an Owner) on May 07, 2013

    Purchased my Wildcat back in November and finally got a chance to take it out in April. Mind you during that whole time I had it in storage I kept it running so it just didn't sit all that time. So when I finally got a chance to ride in April, my wife an I got all geared-up for a long ride and I ...

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  • whimp Cat 1000
    By George Rickenbacker (I am an Enthusiast) on Apr 14, 2013

    I sure am Glad I didn't waste $17000 dollars on one of these crap piles, I was smart and let my friend do it insted,,, and his is junk. Oil seal leaks, valve adjustments after every ride, in general the motor is the problem, it seems that R&D was skipped before this went into production, and the ...

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  • BIGGEST P.O.S. EVER
    By mike macy (I am an Owner) on Apr 06, 2013

    Crap!!!! It looks at a rock you have a flat. Oil leaks, Transmission Leaks and VEYS POWERSPORTS does not stand behind there products that they sell. I all ready had to replace frame, I hit a 12'revine and tore off upper and lower a arms Arctic Cat needs to stick to the snow. Trust me you will be ...

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  • junk
    By disipointed (I am an Owner) on Mar 30, 2013

    owned my wild cat for about 4 months bought it in winter... finaly got to ride it and the batteries dead. open it up all corroded.. alright fine.. fix that then next the door breaks... cheep ass neting and wont latch.. continue down the road hit a corrner and my daMN REAR drectial stearing bar buckles ...

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  • Lorraine in Idaho
    By Lorraine (I am an Owner) on Mar 04, 2013

    I purchased this new last December. It has Arctic trax's. It's been driven down a groomed road 4 times. It's been in the shop after every use!!! First problem was a dead battery. Being in the high mountains of Idaho this could have been life threatening. Next issue, over heating! I do not over work ...

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  • A Moonlander for Earth
    By Scott (I am an Owner) on Jan 04, 2013

    This machine astonishes me every time I jump into the cockpit. The seats hug both you and your passenger, you hit the accelerator pedal and its time for lift off. Literally, jumps bumps and whoops are no match for the suspension on this machine. It can tackle huge hills, boulders, mud and any terrain ...

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  • Awful...
    By Cory Bride (I am an Owner) on Oct 09, 2012

    Purchased the Wildcat as soon as I could find one thinking it was an upgrade to the RZR. At 210 miles the vehicle has spent months in the shop and Arctic Cat will not warranty anything. Problems: BENT rear control arms, bad front control arm bushings, sloppy steering, and awful suspension.

    ...

    After several dealer trips and trying to work with Arctic Cat directly I am left with a $17,000 machine that I cannot get warrantied. Perhaps the most irritating part is that after waiting a week for a return call from Arctic Cat customer service I asked to speak with a supervisor and was hung up on. Not what I expected.

    I would highly recommend waiting for the Can-Am Maverick or sticking with the XP. Learn from my mistake!!!

    BTW: My name is Cory Bride and I can be contacted at bridecory@yahoo.com. I would post my phone number but Arctic Cat should have that from the numerous messages I have left.

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  • WILDCAT SEEMS PURFECT
    By denver (I am an Owner) on Oct 02, 2012

    i just finished riding my new cat today and i can say im honestly super impressed. the suspension is everything they talk about. the comfort and style get a 10/10. the only mod i will be making is perhaps an exhaust change to a muzzy for an additional little boost of hp. would strongly recommend ...

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  • Love it!
    By Sandy audia (I am an Owner) on Sep 06, 2012

    I bought this for my boyfriend to ride, he has several brain tumors.and has issues with his right side which prevents him from riding his 4 wheeler! However he lives it so far!

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  • Arctic Cat Wildcat 1000i
    By Famous1 (I am an Owner) on Jun 17, 2012
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  • not very happy
    By sean pecord (I am an Owner) on Jun 14, 2012

    was happy at first, then the leaks started, after 200 miles water pump leaking rear differtial leaking and rear brake line leaking,

    after taking in for service and it sitting for 2 weeks i found out that arctic cat does not pay as well as other manufacteres on warranty work, so im sure my ...

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  • JUNK!!! Wild cat
    By Jeff Reima (I am a Writer) on Jun 11, 2012

    25 miles leaked over 1 qt of oil.

    not cotter pins on any of the whels, blew belt at 150 miles and you cant change it on the trail!! traded it back for my polaris 900 rzr that has more topend power then the wildcat for sure!!

    NOT WORTH THE MONEY!!!

    Paint flyes off machine at 70 ...

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