Have two friends that have these.. good and sturdy.. have their limitations but as your finding out lots of help here.Just a few miles north of me is American Landmaster on U.S. 30 west of Fort Wayne. Not real fancy, but seem good for the price.
I have a polaris ranger 800xp plenty of power for most things and it depends on your budget and how tight of trails and terrain your navigating.
I love the rangers and it and other brands will do you well .. new is stupid expensive for a utv. No way I can justify paying that much for any flavor..
I thought about a small truck.. ranger , Dakota, Colorado..