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2026 Honda® Pioneer 1000 Elite
Your dreams just came trueThe all-new Pioneer 1000 Elite is coming late 2026, bringing sealed-cab comfort with heating and A/C for work in every season.
Comfort. Convenience. Capability.It’s the side by side everyone’s been waiting for, and here’s your first look at it. The one you’ve been waiting for: The all-new Honda Pioneer 1000 Elite, a machine that lets you carry on in the face of freezing cold, brutal heat, snow, dust, pollen, and humidity. With the all-new Pioneer 1000 Elite, you’ll ride in a level of comfort you've never experienced. Plus, you get more famous Pioneer benefits than ever when it comes to power, build quality, innovation and refinement. We call it the Elite for a reason; experience it for yourself and you’ll understand why.
Features may include:
What cold weather?- A true automotive-grade sealed cab with quick heating keeps you comfortable and moving, no matter the conditions.
Plug and play- With 14 Pro-Connect mounting points and ten new Pro-Connect accessories coming soon, the new Pioneer 1000 Elite makes it easier than ever to customize your ride to your needs.
Be the boss- New bodywork shows the world that you mean business—and so does your new Pioneer 1000 Elite.
Sealed cab- The new 1000 Elite comes with a fully sealed cab, complete with heating, air conditioning, windshield wipers, and more. Developed with the shared knowledge of an industry-leading automotive division, you can be assured it will set the standard for side-by-sides. Now you can work and play in complete comfort, no matter the conditions.
Cool cabin- Engineered to manage cabin heat as effectively as possible, you’ll ride cooler and be more comfortable in warm-weather conditions.
Cruise control- Cruise control is a great convenience feature, and another great example of how our Pioneer line keeps improving to better serve your needs.
Powerful 999cc twin-cylinder engine- With plenty of power—especially in the midrange and top end—you'll experience quick acceleration and exceptional overall performance
Fully automatic six-speed DCT- With our Honda six-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT), you can choose between manual mode or fully automatic. There’s even an easy-to-use tow/haul mode, along with 2WD, 4WD, Differential Lock, and Turf selections.
Throttle by wire- The Pioneer 1000’s new throttle-by-wire (TBW) system enables a whole host of improvements. What you’ll notice first, though, is how smooth the shifts are now.
Improved Electric Power Steering- Our Electric Power Steering (EPS) motor has 50-percent more torque now, and is tuned to improve driver comfort, especially when you’re loaded with passengers and cargo. You also get a more consistent steering effort when operating over rocky terrain or deep mud.
Selectable drive modes- Four selectable drive modes (Comfort, Normal, Sport and Tow/Haul) let you fine-tune your Pioneer 1000’s power delivery, shift points, and acceleration to the task at hand. You get top performance and a comfortable ride for every riding condition!