This Can-Am side-by-side line was introduced for the 2018 model year as a trail-focused addition to the Maverick family. It was developed to split the difference between compact trail machines and larger sport UTVs, giving riders a narrower, more maneuverable platform for forest roads, tight trails, and general adventure riding. From the start, the line was positioned around two closely related variants: one tuned for especially narrow trails, and another aimed at riders who wanted a broader, more aggressive sport orientation while still staying in the recreational trail category.
The 2018 launch established the basic identity that has carried the nameplate forward: a two-seat, recreational side-by-side built around easy handling, balanced capability, and trail-friendly packaging. Over time, the lineup evolved through annual updates and trim/package changes, but it remained part of the core Maverick family rather than becoming a short-lived special edition or a revived historical name. The two closely related versions have been sold together as complementary choices, with the narrower trail-oriented model emphasizing access to tight terrain and the sport-oriented model offering a more performance-minded take on the same general concept.
In Can-Am’s modern off-road range, this family has become the brand’s established answer for riders who want a recreational machine that is easier to place on narrow routes than the larger, more aggressive side-by-sides. It has remained a current nameplate and is still offered today, making it one of the key trail and adventure entries in the company’s side-by-side lineup.