The Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013 vs Bavaria Yachts S40 HT Hard Top 2018 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The Bavaria Yachts S40 HT Hard Top 2018 tops out at 370 hp. Engine specs for the Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bavaria Yachts S40 HT Hard Top 2018 carries 198 gallons versus 55 gallons in the Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Bavaria Yachts S40 HT Hard Top 2018 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013 could be the deciding factor.
The Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013 has a documented displacement of 27 015 lbs. Displacement data wasn't available for the other boat in this comparison.
Draft is a practical consideration that many buyers underestimate until they're already at the marina. The Bavaria Yachts S40 HT Hard Top 2018 draws 43,5 ft, compared to 7,1 ft for the Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013. That 36,4-foot difference affects which anchorages you can access, which haul-out facilities will take you, and how carefully you need to read the tide tables in shallower cruising grounds.
The Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013 uses Sloop rigging. The Bavaria Yachts S40 HT Hard Top 2018 has a documented auxiliary engine of 370 hp.
For extended cruising, water capacity matters: the Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013 carries 92 gallons versus 66 gallons on the Bavaria Yachts S40 HT Hard Top 2018 — a significant advantage on longer passages where watermaker or provisioning stops aren't guaranteed.
Bottom line: The Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013 at 47,6 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Bavaria Yachts S40 HT Hard Top 2018 at 40,1 ft is the easier, lower-cost option — simpler to crew and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.