The Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013 vs Bavaria Yachts SR36 2022 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.
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 SR36 2022 caps at 11. 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 Cruiser 46 Style 2013 draws 7,1 ft, compared to 2,4 ft for the Bavaria Yachts SR36 2022. That 4,7-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.
For extended cruising, water capacity matters: the Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 46 Style 2013 carries 92 gallons versus 66 gallons on the Bavaria Yachts SR36 2022 — 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 SR36 2022 at 38,4 ft is the easier, lower-cost option — simpler to crew and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.