Polaris Ranger Heater Guide: Best Cab Heater for Every Ranger
Posted by Ice Crusher Heaters on 10th Nov 2026
We make Ice Crusher heaters, so you know where we stand: we're going to recommend ours. But the questions below are the right ones to ask about any Polaris Ranger heater, and the table shows exactly which kit fits your Ranger, from the 2009 full-size 700 to the 2026 XP 1000.
The short answer
- 2018–2026 Ranger XP 1000, 1000 or Crew (Trail Boss too): the single-fan cab heater kit, $499.99. It puts 14,600 BTU through 6 vents, including OEM-style rectangular defrost vents that fit the factory dash openings. The heater sits against the firewall behind the center dash, out of sight.
- A Crew, a soft cab, or work below zero: the dual-fan kit, $569.99. 18,000 BTU and 320 CFM (nearly twice the airflow) through 8 vents, in the same layout as the Polaris factory heater.
- Passengers in the back of an XP 1000 Crew: add the rear heater. It's $299.99 when you add it to a front kit ($349.99 on its own), and it needs a front XP 1000 heater to run.
- Any other Ranger: find it in the table below. Every kit is built for that machine.
Which heater fits my Polaris Ranger?
Most kits fit both the two-seat and the Crew version of a Ranger: pick "Two Rows of Seats" at checkout and we pack the longer coolant hose, at no extra cost.
| Your Ranger | The kit | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Full-size Rangers | ||
| XP 1000, 1000 & Crew, 2018–2026 | Single fan: 14,600 BTU, 6 vents | $499.99 |
| XP 1000, 1000 & Crew, 2018–2026 | Dual fan: 18,000 BTU, 8 vents | $569.99 |
| XP 1000 Crew back seat, 2018–2026 | Rear heater: 14,600 BTU, 3 vents (needs a front kit) | $349.99 |
| XP 1000, 1000 & Crew, 2017 | 2017 kit: 14,600 BTU, 6 vents | $499.99 |
| Diesel, 2018–2025 | Diesel kit: 14,600 BTU, 6 vents | $499.99 |
| XP 900, 2013–2020 | 5-vent kit, under the center dash | $399.99 |
| XP 900 & 900, 2013–2020 | 6-vent compact kit, under the center dash | $499.99 |
| 570 full-size, 2016–2025 | Under-hood kit: 14,600 BTU, 6 vents | $499.99 |
| XP 570 with Pro-Fit roll cage, 2015–2016 | XP 570 kit: 14,600 BTU, 6 vents | $499.99 |
| 700 & 800 full-size, 2009–2014 | 5-vent kit, under the center dash | $399.99 |
| 800 full-size, 2009–2014 | 6-vent kit, under the hood in the secondary battery tray | $499.99 |
| Mid-size Rangers | ||
| SP 570, 2022–2026 | SP 570 kit: 14,600 BTU, 6 vents | $499.99 |
| 500 mid-size, 2017–2025 | 500 kit: 14,600 BTU, 6 vents | $499.99 |
| 570 mid-size, 2015–2021 | 570 kit: 14,600 BTU, 6 vents | $499.99 |
| ETX, 2015–2017 | ETX kit: 14,600 BTU, 6 vents | $499.99 |
| 400, 500, 570 & 800 mid-size, 2010–2014 | 2010–2014 kit: 14,600 BTU, 5 vents | $399.99 |
Every front kit includes windshield defrost, all the hardware and picture-rich instructions, and a 3-year warranty on the whole kit. The XP 900 and the 2009–2014 full-size 800 each have two kits for the same years because each takes two different styles of heater: on the XP 900 both mount under the center dash, and on the 800 the 6-vent kit moves the heater under the hood to keep the dash area clear.
Mid-size or full-size? Mid-size Rangers are the narrower models: the 400, 500, 570, ETX and SP 570, plus the 2010–2014 mid-size 800. The XP 1000, 1000, XP 900, Diesel, full-size 570 and 2009–2014 full-size 700 / 800 are the wider full-size machines. Not on the list: the Ranger XD 1500, XP Kinetic and NorthStar editions (NorthStar models come with factory heat). Not sure what you have? Use the year / make / model finder at the top of the page or call 888-964-0135.
What to look for in any Ranger heater
Coolant heat, not 12-volt. A plug-in 12-volt heater puts out roughly 1,000 BTU, because that's all a Ranger's charging system can spare. A coolant heater puts out 14,600 BTU or more by using heat your engine is already making, the same way your truck does. (12V vs coolant heaters, compared)
Built for the Ranger, not "universal." A machine-specific kit mounts where it should, comes with hose for your engine and uses vents that fit your dash. On 2018 and newer XP 1000s, that means OEM-style rectangular defrost vents in the factory openings.
Airflow and vents, not just BTU. BTU ratings aren't tested to a shared standard, so ask for airflow (CFM) and count the vents. Our single-fan kits move 180 CFM; the dual-fan kit moves 320.
Windshield defrost. If you run a windshield, you need vents aimed at it. Heat without defrost means wiping the glass with your glove.
Someone to call. Most Ranger heaters get installed at home over a weekend, so clear instructions and a phone that a real person answers matter more than any spec. Ours come with free, unlimited tech support for as long as you own the heater, a 3-year warranty on the whole kit, and same-day shipping on orders placed by noon CT.
Why not the factory Polaris heater?
It's a good heater. It's also $1,299.99 for the Ranger XP 1000 version at Polaris (November 2026). Our dual-fan kit gives you the same 8-vent layout for $569.99, and the single-fan kit is $499.99.
Installing a heater on a Ranger
Plan on 4–8 hours with basic hand tools. You tap into the engine coolant under the hood and route the hose to the heater; the instructions show every step with pictures. Experienced do-it-yourselfers land at the low end, and first-timers should set aside a full day. Two add-ons make it easier: hose clamp tools ($24.99) pinch the hoses shut so the coolant tie-in stays clean, and on the XP 1000, Diesel and 6-vent XP 900 / 900 kits an in-cab heat control ($49.99) lets you turn the heat up, down or off from your seat. Stuck halfway? Call 888-964-0135 and we'll walk you through it.
Questions Ranger owners ask us
Will it work with my cab enclosure?
Yes. The heater doesn't care what enclosure you run: a Polaris Pro Shield cab, an aftermarket hard or soft cab, or just a windshield, roof and rear panel. The more closed-in the cab, the warmer it stays.
Does it fit the Trail Boss?
Yes. Trail Boss editions of the 2018–2026 XP 1000, 1000 and Crew use the same kits.
What about the NorthStar?
NorthStar editions come with factory heat, so they don't need one of our kits.
Do I need a MaxStat on my Ranger XP 1000?
No. On some machines the engine thermostat cycles open and closed, and a MaxStat keeps it steady, which adds 10–15° of cab heat. The XP 1000, 1000 and Crew don't need one, so it isn't part of those kits.
Will a heater drain my Ranger's battery?
No. The heat comes from engine coolant. Only the fan uses power, about what a factory blower draws; even the dual-fan kit pulls just 2–3 amps.
Single fan or dual fan?
The single-fan kit is plenty for most two-seat Rangers with a cab. Go dual-fan for a Crew, a drafty soft cab, or if you work outside in below-zero weather.
Find your kit
Browse full-size Ranger heaters or mid-size Ranger heaters, use the year / make / model finder at the top of the page, or call 888-964-0135 (weekdays, 10 to 4 Central). Every kit ships free in the lower 48, and orders placed by noon CT go out the same day.