Youth ATV and UTV Buyer's Guide

With easy access to screens and endless online entertainment, it can be hard to convince your kids to go outside and play. Of course, if your child has a four-wheeler, then getting them outside is not a problem. Our Youth ATV and UTV buyer’s guide will show you every machine available so you can find the perfect one for your favorite young rider.

If mom and dad have an ATV or UTV of their own, there’s a good chance the little ones will want one that looks just like it, not some cheap toy you’ll find at your local big box store. The good news is that many of today’s Youth ATV and UTV models look just like the ones for us big kids and they are built to last.

We will break our list of Youth ATV and UTV models by class, with each class organized by manufacturer in alphabetical order. Let’s get started.

Polaris ACE 150 EFI

Not exactly a UTV, the Polaris ACE 150 (10 years old and up) is an ATV/UTV hybrid that features a single seat and a roll cage. It comes equipped with the a 150cc fuel-injected engine, seat belt, youth ATV helmet, training DVD, parent-adjustable speed limiting, adjustable seat, and nine inches of ground clearance. Retail price is $4,799. Click here for complete specs.

Polaris Ranger 150 EFI

Let your kids work as hard as you do with the Polaris Ranger 150 EFI Youth UTV (10 years old and up). Perhaps the safest Youth four-wheeler on the market, the Ranger 150 comes with Youth Ride Command, which features geofencing capabilities that let you set ride boundaries, as well as limit speeds and requires a pass code that gives you control over who operates the vehicle and when it is used. Based around a 150cc fuel-injected engine, the Ranger 150 is equipped with seat belts, safety nets, two youth ATV helmets, adjustable steering wheel, eight inches of ground clearance, and a cargo bed that can hold up to 50 pounds of gear. Retail price is $5,499. Click here for complete specs.

Polaris RZR 170 EFI

You’d be hard pressed to find a kid that wouldn’t love to own a Polaris RZR 170 Youth UTV. This is the only Sport UTV made for kids (10 years old and up) and it features a 169cc single-cylinder engine with electronic fuel injection, seat belts, safety nets, six inches of ground clearance, five inches of suspension travel, tilt steering, LED headlights, and a speed limiter than can be adjusted by mom and dad. It also comes with two youth ATV helmets and a training DVD. Retail price is $5,299. Click here for complete specs.

Can-Am DS 70

The Can-Am DS 70 (6 years and older) comes equipped with a 69cc four-stroke engine with a continuously variable transmission and specs include 4.5 inches of ground clearance, 39-inch wheelbase, and 6.3 inches of rear suspension travel. It also offers both an electric start and a backup kick start, along with a throttle limiter. Retail price is $2,349. Click here for complete specs.

Can-Am DS 90

The Can-Am DS 90 (10 years and older) is essentially a larger version of the DS 70 and is powered by an 89.5cc four-stroke engine. Features include a continuously variable transmission, electric and kick start, throttle limiter, 4.5 inches of ground clearance, and 6.3 inches of rear suspension travel. Retail price is $2,849. Click here for complete specs.

Can-Am DS 90X

The Can-Am DS 90 X (10 years and older) Youth ATV is a more performance-focussed version of the DS 90. It has the same engine, but features HPG piggyback shocks, racing kick-up pegs, X-graphics package and seat cover, and a sportier looking exhaust. Retail price is $3,749. Click here for complete specs.

Can-Am DS 250

The Can-Am DS 250 (14 years and up) is the final step before a full adult-sized ATV. It relies on a 249cc engine with continuously variable transmission, electric start, double A-arm front suspension, swingarm rear suspension, and five-way preload adjustable front and rear shocks. Retail price is $4,199. Click here for complete specs.

Honda TRX90X

The Honda TRX90X (10 years and older) has been a hugely popular machine for many years now. It features an 86cc four-stroke engine, semi-automatic no-clutch transmission, adjustable throttle limiter, independent front suspension, swingarm rear suspension, and a one-year warranty. Retail price on this Honda Youth ATV is $3,099. Click here for complete specs.

Kawasaki KFX50

The Kawasaki KFX50 (6 years and older) is ready for the youngest off-road riders. Features include a 49.5cc engine, continuously adjustable transmission, electric start, adjustable throttle limiter, full floorboards, and independent A-arm front suspension. Retail price is $1,999. Click here for complete specs.

Kawasaki KFX90

The Kawasaki KFX90 (12 years and older) is designed for older children and gets them going with an 89c engine. Features include a continuously adjustable transmission, electric start, adjustable throttle limiter, and independent A-arm front suspension. Retail price is $2,599. Click here for complete specs.

Kymco Mongoose 70S

Kymco designed the Mongoose 70S youth ATV (6 years and older) for the youngest off-road riders. Features include a 69cc engine, CVT transmission, front drum and rear disc brakes, single front A-arms with preload adjustable shocks, rear swingarm suspension with adjustable shock, headlight, taillight, rear grab bar, and safety tether. Retail price is $2,199. Click here for complete specs.

Kymco Mongoose 90S

The Kymco Mongoose 90S (10 years and older) shares much common with its little brother. Notable differences include an 89cc engine, forward/reverse/neutral CVT transmission, and high/low beam front headlight. Retail price is $2,499. Click here for complete specs.

Kymco MXU150X

Kymco also offers a Utility youth ATV in the MXU150X (12 years and older). This machine is built around a 149cc engine, CVT transmission with forward/neutral/reverse, preload adjustable front and rear shocks, dual headlights with high/low beam, dual tail and brake lights, and steel front and rear cargo racks. Retail price is $3,099. Click here for complete specs.

Polaris Outlaw 50

Designed for kids 6 years old and up, the Polaris Outlaw 50 is made for your youngest riders. It features electric start, parent-adjustable speed limiter, safety tether, youth ATV helmet, whip flag, and is powered by a 49cc four-stroke engine. Retail price on this Polaris Youth ATV is $2,799. Click here for complete specs.

Polaris Outlaw 110 EFI

The Polaris Outlaw 110 EFI Youth ATV (10 years and older) features a 112cc fuel-injected engine and offers up four inches of ground clearance and five inches of front suspension travel and six inches out back. Safety features include safety tether, daytime running lights, whip flag, speed limiting adjuster, training DVD, and a youth ATV helmet. Retail price is $4,099. Click here for complete specs.

Polaris Phoenix 200

The Polaris Phoenix 200 (14 years and older) is for bigger kids and relies on a more powerful 196cc engine to get them moving. Features include an automatic PVT transmission, dual A-arm front suspension, and rear suspension with 6.5 inches of travel. Retail price is $4,899. Click here for complete specs.

Polaris Sportsman 110 EFI

The Polaris Sportsman 110 EFI (10 years and older) features the same engine as the Outlaw 110, but is more utility focussed with front and rear racks that can carry a combined 45 pounds. It comes from the factory with speed limiting adjuster, helmet, training DVD, electric start and safety tether. Retail price on this Polaris Youth ATV $4,099. Click here for complete specs.

Suzuki QuadSport Z50

The Suzuki QuadSport Z50 (6 years and older) is gives young riders a sporty looking youth ATV. Features include a 49cc engine, electric start with back up recoil start, adjustable throttle limiter, CVT transmission, independent swingarm front suspension, full floorboards, and low 21-inch seat height. Retail price is $2,099. Click here for complete specs.

Suzuki QuadSport Z90

The Suzuk QuadSport Z90 (12 years and older) is much the same vehicle as the Z50, but features a more powerful 90cc engine for older riders. It features a CVT transmission, electric and recoil start, adjustable throttle limiter, single A-arm front suspension, 25.6-inch seat height, and 12-month warranty. Retail price is $2,999. Click here for complete specs.

Yamaha Grizzly 90

Yamaha designed the Grizzly 90 (10 years and older) to look just like the full-size Grizzly models, complete with front and rear steel cargo racks that can be used to strap down gear. Features include a 90cc engine, CVT transmission, more than 5 inches of rear suspension travel, 4.1 inches of ground clearance, electronic and throttle speed limiters, and electric start. Retail price is $3,099. Click here for complete specs.

Yamaha Raptor 90

Based on the venerable Raptor 700, the Yamaha Raptor 90 (10 years and older) features Raptor-like styling, 90cc engine, automatic CVT transmission, electric start with backup kick start, A-arm front suspension, preload adjustable shocks, low-profile Duro tires, and handlebar-mounted reverse. Retail price is $2,999. Click here for complete specs.

Yamaha YFZ50

For the youngest riders, the Yamaha YFZ50 (6 years and older) is a great way to introduce kids to the off-road lifestyle. This Youth ATV features a 49cc engine, engine limiters, safety tether, single I-arm front suspension, swingarm rear suspension, and handlebar-mounted parking brake. Retail price is $2,199. Click here for complete specs.

If you do decide by buy your youngster a Youth ATV, please don’t forget the protective gear – especially a youth ATV helmet. Yes, these youth four-wheelers aren’t nearly as fast as adult models, but even a low-speed crash could result in serious head trauma without a helmet.

The good news is there is no shortage of places to buy Youth ATV helmets. Your local dealer is a good place to start, but online retailers are easy to find. Rocky Mountain ATV/MC always has a huge selection of Youth ATV helmets available and most of them are pretty affordable.