The KYMCO UXV 500 was an early value-focused utility UTV built for property maintenance, job-site use, hunting and recreational trail riding. Its combination of a 498.5cc single-cylinder engine, selectable four-wheel drive, independent suspension and useful cargo capacity made it a practical alternative in the midsize utility side-by-side market.
This page preserves specifications, trim information, detail photos and promotional videos from the original UXV 500.
KYMCO UXV 500 Overview
The UXV 500 used a liquid-cooled, four-stroke engine related to the powerplant found in KYMCO’s MXU 500 ATV. Power was delivered through an automatic continuously variable transmission with high, low, neutral and reverse ranges.
The drivetrain included shaft drive, selectable two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, plus a differential lock for low-traction conditions. Fully independent front and rear suspension helped the machine handle uneven trails and work around farms or rural properties.
Period KYMCO literature listed slightly different horsepower figures depending on the model year and document. The archived specifications associated with this page rate the 498.5cc engine at 33 horsepower, while other period descriptions listed approximately 34.7 to 36 horsepower.
KYMCO UXV 500 Highlights
- 498.5cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke single-cylinder engine
- Automatic CVT with high, low, neutral and reverse
- Select-on-the-fly two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive
- Differential lock
- Fully independent front and rear suspension
- Approximately 12 inches of ground clearance
- Hydraulic disc brakes
- 420-pound cargo-bed capacity
- More than 1,200 pounds of towing capacity
- Digital instrument display
- Multiple interior storage compartments
- 59-inch overall width
Cab and Storage Features
The UXV 500 provided several useful storage areas in addition to its rear cargo bed. These included under-seat storage on the driver’s side, an under-hood compartment and a passenger-side glove box.
KYMCO UXV 500 SE and LE
KYMCO UXV 500 SE
The UXV 500 SE was offered in blue with factory-installed equipment that included a hard top, half windshield, aluminum-alloy wheels and a dual beverage holder.
KYMCO UXV 500 LE
The black UXV 500 LE added a 3,000-pound winch, windshield, full soft enclosure, aluminum-alloy wheels, Kolpin gear rail and auxiliary fuel container.
KYMCO UXV 500 Specifications
| Engine | Four-stroke DOHC single-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 498.5cc |
| Claimed horsepower | 33 hp in the archived specification sheet |
| Bore and stroke | 92 × 75 mm |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Starting | Electric |
| Transmission | Automatic CVT with high, low, neutral and reverse |
| Drive system | Shaft drive; selectable 2WD/4WD with differential lock |
| Chassis | Steel |
| Front suspension | Independent dual A-arm |
| Rear suspension | Independent dual A-arm |
| Front brakes | Hydraulic dual disc |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic disc |
| Front tires | 25×8-12 |
| Rear tires | 25×10-12 |
| Length × width × height | 113 × 59 × 72.8 inches |
| Wheelbase | 75.2 inches |
| Ground clearance | 12.2 inches |
| Fuel capacity | 8.45 gallons |
| Claimed weight | 1,157 pounds |
| Cargo-bed capacity | 420 pounds |
| Towing capacity | More than 1,200 pounds |
| Period colors | Green, red, silver and TrueTimber Conceal Green camouflage |
Specifications and available equipment could vary by model year and trim. These figures reflect period information archived with this vehicle page.
KYMCO UXV 500 Photos
Early UXV 500 Display Photos
KYMCO UXV 500 Detail Photos
Kolpin Accessories for the UXV 500
KYMCO partnered with Kolpin to offer accessories intended to expand the UXV 500’s usefulness for hunting, recreation and property work. Period accessories included storage and gear-carrying equipment, a soft cab enclosure and a clutch kit.
