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2026 · Trail
Ski-Doo MXZ X-RS
Research-based model profilePrice not confirmed
Read the source notes belowWhat this model is for
The naturally aspirated 850 E-TEC and selected 129-inch track make MXZ X-RS a different trail proposition from the four-stroke Renegade. RAS RX, Pilot RX skis and KYB Pro shocks give the dealer a specific setup to discuss. Compare the available 137-inch version on the same engine and shock basis before deciding that the shorter build is right for your routes.
Spend the showroom visit on control reach and shock adjustment in riding gear. The separate Competition Package and optional Smart-Shox builds are not equivalent quotes. Ask which track profile, display and damping controls your deposit buys; paying for X-RS hardware is useful only if you can set it for your load or obtain dealer setup assistance.
Consider it if…
- Trail buyers seeking the 850 two-stroke without selecting the separate turbo competition package.
- Owners who want to compare 129- and 137-inch builds directly.
Understand the compromises
- Solo trail configuration, not a factory two-up tourer.
- The selected 129-inch build should not be used to price or weigh the available 137-inch version.
Specifications, with context
“Not confirmed” is an evidence gap, not a zero. Weight definitions, optional equipment, track choices and model years can change a comparison.
| Specification | Value | Basis & limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2,026 | The first linked manufacturer source explicitly identifies this model year. |
| Engine | Rotax 850 E-TEC | 2026 MXZ X-RS, naturally aspirated 850 E-TEC, 129-inch track; not Competition Package. |
| Displacement | 849 cc | Published engine displacement in cc for the selected engine; marketing engine names are not substituted for displacement. |
| Horsepower | 165 hp | BRP publishes 165 hp for the 850 E-TEC. |
| Weight | 497 lb | Manufacturer dry weight in pounds for the named engine and length, not ready-to-ride weight; accessories and options can change it. |
| Track length | 129" | Manufacturer specification identifies this track length in inches; other track options may exist. |
| Published price (USD) | Price not confirmed | Exact configuration MSRP not established. Family starting prices, dealer asking prices and newer model-year prices are not substituted. |
Equipment to understand
- RAS RX front suspension
- Pilot RX skis
- KYB Pro shocks
- Smart-Shox available on selected configurations
Equipment can be package-specific. Match the listing, order sheet and model-year documentation rather than relying on a shared model-family name.
Questions to take to the seller
- Does the VIN/build sheet identify ordinary X-RS rather than Competition Package?
- Is the track 129 inches and which lug/profile is fitted?
- Are shocks conventional or Smart-Shox, and what setup support is included?
Use the buying worksheet to compare complete quotes, and the specification guide to check whether the figures use the same basis.
Calculate ownership costs and compare itemized dealer quotes →
Sources & research limits
These references support the notes above to the extent described. A current manufacturer page is not automatically proof of an older model-year specification.
- 2026 MXZ model-year pageUsed the X-RS table, not Competition Package, X, Blizzard or Adrenaline; 497 lb for the 850/129 combination.
- 2026 MXZ X-RS specification sheetConfirms engine, 129/137 choices, RAS RX, Pilot RX and optional Smart-Shox.
Have model-year documentation that resolves a gap? Send a source correction. For service, recalls or operating limits, use the exact owner’s manual and an authorized dealer.
