Comparing Golf Carts and UTVs

If you’re in search of a compact outdoorsy vehicle for work or recreational transportation needs, then you’ve likely narrowed down your search to golf carts and utility terrain vehicles (UTVs). Each of these vehicles has the capacity to hold two or more passengers, they’re both motorized, and they both have the ability to maneuver over rough terrain. But which vehicle is right for you? This comparison from Revel 42 of Wilmington should help you figure that out.

Costs

UTVs tend to be the more expensive option between the two vehicles, since they’re somewhat larger and weigh more. Golf carts are lighter in weight, simpler in construction, and slightly smaller, so they’re much more affordable. Golf carts are also less complex than UTVs. UTVs also cost more to insure than golf carts do.

Hauling Power

Many people opt to purchase a golf cart or a utility vehicle because they want something that can haul heavy payloads, either in a cargo bay or in an attached trailer. UTVs tend to have more cargo space and high towing capacities, although not as high as a standard car or truck has. Golf carts are best for lighter loads and passenger transport, so if you need a small vehicle that can handle heavy loads on your farm or in a warehouse, you’re probably better off getting a utility vehicle that’s designed for that purpose than you are in trying to use a golf cart.

Street Legality

Utility vehicles are not generally street-legal when they’re purchased. You can alter them in some cases with aftermarket features and accessories to make them so, but this will cost some money, and they are best left to off-road terrain. Golf carts are a lot easier to make street-legal if they don’t come that way, and their quieter nature makes them more acceptable in many places than a utility vehicle would be. This lets you use a golf cart in a residential area or on a campus.

Golfing

Well, there’s a clear winner here! Golf carts are obviously perfect for golfing, and utility vehicles are not generally permitted on most courses. Some courses may even prohibit gas-powered golf carts due to their noise and pollution production, but there are fortunately many electric golf carts to choose from in the event your local course has this prohibition.

As you can see, whether you purchase a golf cart or a utility vehicle really depends on the tasks you want to do. When you’re ready to check out our selection of new and used golf carts for sale, visit our dealership near Wilmington, NC. We also provide financial assistance to help you fund your purchase. Revel 42 of Wilmington serves our customers in Leland and Carolina Beach, NC.