The 2019 Kawasaki Teryx and Teryx4 returned as compact, trail-focused recreation side-by-sides built around Kawasaki’s proven 783cc V-twin engine. The two-seat Teryx emphasized cargo capacity and a shorter overall length, while the Teryx4 added a second row of stadium-style seating for four occupants.
Both machines came standard with Electric Power Steering (EPS), selectable four-wheel drive, a locking front differential and Kawasaki’s centrifugal-clutch-equipped continuously variable transmission. LE models added FOX Podium 2.0 piggyback-reservoir shocks, 27-inch Maxxis Bighorn 2.0 tires, aluminum wheels and LED headlights.
This article covers the machines and suggested retail prices announced for the 2019 model year. Prices shown below are historical original MSRPs and do not represent current used-vehicle values.
2019 Kawasaki Teryx vs. Teryx4
The Teryx and Teryx4 shared most of their powertrain and chassis technology, but they served different types of owners. The Teryx seated two people and provided a larger tilting cargo bed. The Teryx4 traded some cargo space for two additional seats and a longer wheelbase.
| Feature | 2019 Teryx | 2019 Teryx4 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 | 4 |
| Engine | 783cc V-twin | 783cc V-twin |
| Transmission | Automatic CVT with centrifugal clutch | Automatic CVT with centrifugal clutch |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with locking front differential | Selectable 2WD/4WD with locking front differential |
| Power steering | Standard EPS | Standard EPS |
| Bed capacity | 600 pounds | 249 pounds |
| Towing capacity | 1,300 pounds with an optional drawbar | 1,300 pounds with an optional drawbar |
| Wheelbase | 85.8 inches | 85.6 inches |
| Overall length | 118.1 inches | 125.4 inches |
Interestingly, the Teryx4’s wheelbase remained nearly as short as the two-seat machine’s. Kawasaki placed the rear seats over and behind the engine instead of simply stretching the chassis. That packaging helped preserve the relatively tight turning characteristics that made the Teryx4 well suited to wooded trails.
783cc V-Twin Engine and CVT
Power came from a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 783cc 90-degree V-twin producing a claimed 47 lb-ft of torque at 5,500 rpm. Kawasaki Digital Fuel Injection used two 36mm Mikuni throttle bodies.
The automatic belt-drive CVT provided High, Low, Neutral and Reverse. Kawasaki placed a centrifugal clutch between the engine and CVT. This allowed the belt to remain engaged and helped provide controlled power delivery, effective engine braking and improved belt durability.
Drivers could select two- or four-wheel drive and manually lock the front differential when additional traction was required. The combination made the Teryx family suitable for technical trails, steep descents and recreational work around a property or campsite.
Suspension and Trail Capability
The 2019 Teryx family used double-wishbone front suspension and independent rear suspension. LE models received FOX Podium 2.0 piggyback-reservoir coil-over shocks with adjustable spring preload and 24-position compression damping.
- Front wheel travel: 8.0 inches
- Rear wheel travel: 8.3 inches
- Ground clearance: 11.2 inches
- LE tires: 27-inch Maxxis Bighorn 2.0
- LE wheels: 14-inch cast aluminum
The specifications were modest compared with later long-travel sport UTVs, but the Teryx was designed around predictable handling, low-speed control and durability rather than maximum horsepower or suspension travel.
2019 Kawasaki Teryx Models and Original Prices
| Model | 2019 Color | Original MSRP |
|---|---|---|
| Teryx | Bright White | $12,999 |
| Teryx Camo | Realtree Xtra Green | $14,299 |
| Teryx LE | Candy Steel Furnace Orange | $14,999 |
| Teryx LE | Matrix Camo Gray | $15,199 |
2019 Kawasaki Teryx4 Models and Original Prices
| Model | 2019 Color | Original MSRP |
|---|---|---|
| Teryx4 | Bright White | $15,799 |
| Teryx4 Camo | Realtree Xtra Green | $16,299 |
| Teryx4 LE | Candy Steel Furnace Orange or Metallic Carbon Gray | $16,999 |
| Teryx4 LE | Matrix Camo Gray | $17,199 |
2019 Kawasaki Teryx LE Specifications
| Engine | Liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 90-degree V-twin |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 783cc |
| Bore and stroke | 85.0 x 69.0mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.7:1 |
| Maximum torque | 47 lb-ft at 5,500 rpm |
| Fuel system | DFI with two 36mm Mikuni throttle bodies |
| Transmission | Automatic CVT with centrifugal clutch; High, Low, Neutral and Reverse |
| Final drive | Selectable 2WD/4WD with locking front differential; shaft drive |
| Engine braking | Standard |
| Front suspension | Dual A-arms with FOX Podium piggyback-reservoir shocks; 8.0 inches of travel |
| Rear suspension | Independent rear suspension with FOX Podium piggyback-reservoir shocks; 8.3 inches of travel |
| Front tires | Maxxis Bighorn 2.0, 27 x 9-14 |
| Rear tires | Maxxis Bighorn 2.0, 27 x 11-14 |
| Steering | Rack-and-pinion with EPS |
| Front brakes | Dual hydraulic discs with two-piston calipers |
| Rear brake | Sealed, oil-bathed multi-disc system |
| Ground clearance | 11.2 inches |
| Fuel capacity | 7.9 gallons |
| Cargo-bed dimensions | 27.6 x 43.3 x 10.4 inches |
| Cargo-bed capacity | 600 pounds |
| Load capacity | 1,109 pounds |
| Seating capacity | 2 |
| Towing capacity | 1,300 pounds with an optional drawbar |
| Overall dimensions | 118.1 x 61.6 x 77.8 inches |
| Wheelbase | 85.8 inches |
| Curb weight | 1,586.9 pounds |
Comfort, Cargo and Warranty
The Teryx used high-backed bucket seats with three-point restraints, while the Teryx4 provided individual high-backed seating for four. Its elevated rear seats improved passengers’ forward visibility compared with a conventional flat rear bench.
A tubular-steel frame with Kawasaki’s Double-X reinforcement formed the foundation of both machines. Kawasaki assembled the Teryx and Teryx4 in Lincoln, Nebraska, using domestic and imported parts.
Every 2019 Teryx and Teryx4 was backed by a Kawasaki STRONG three-year limited warranty. That warranty was unusually long for the UTV market and reinforced Kawasaki’s positioning of the Teryx as a durable recreation machine.
Where the 2019 Teryx Fits in Kawasaki History
The 2019 lineup represented a mature stage of the original V-twin Teryx platform. By this point, Kawasaki had refined the family into distinct two- and four-seat trail machines with standard EPS and multiple trim levels, while retaining the compact dimensions and durable drivetrain that defined the platform.
For more background on how the platform developed from the original 2008 Teryx through the later generations, read our History of the Kawasaki Teryx.
Related: See the 2020 Kawasaki Teryx and Teryx4 lineup that followed these 2019 models.
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