Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bavaria Yachts S45 2022 vs Bavaria Yachts Sport 400 Open/ST/HT/Coupe. 2015 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bavaria Yachts S45 2022 vs Bavaria Yachts Sport 400 Open/ST/HT/Coupe. 2015 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 380 hp, the Bavaria Yachts S45 2022 has a 80-hp advantage over the Bavaria Yachts Sport 400 Open/ST/HT/Coupe. 2015's 300-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bavaria Yachts S45 2022 carries 396 gallons versus 198 gallons in the Bavaria Yachts Sport 400 Open/ST/HT/Coupe. 2015. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 13 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Bavaria Yachts S45 2022 and its 380-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Bavaria Yachts Sport 400 Open/ST/HT/Coupe. 2015 with its 300-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail45.10 ft
Length overall - Detail43.60 ft
Length - Feet45.1
Length - Feet43.6
Length overall - Meters13.75
Length overall - Meters13.29
Length overall - Inches541
Length overall - Inches523
Beam - Meters4.39
Beam - Meters3.99
Beam - Inches173
Beam - Inches157
Draft [max] - Detail4.30 ft
Draft [max] - Detail3.30 ft
Draft [max] - Meters1.31
Draft [max] - Meters1.01
Draft [max] - Inches52
Draft [max] - Inches40
Displacementnot available
Displacement19059.00 lbs
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal396
Fuel tank capacity - Gal198
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1499.02
Fuel tank capacity - Liters749.51
Engine makeVolvo Penta
Engine makeVolvo Penta
Engine modelD6-380 EVC
Engine modelnot available
Horsepower380 hp
Horsepower300 hp
Engine 2 Engine MakeVolvo Penta
Engine 2 Engine MakeVolvo Penta
Engine 2 Engine ModelD6-380 EVC
Engine 2 Engine Modelnot available
Engine 2 Horsepower380 hp
Engine 2 Horsepower300 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typenot available
Drive typeinboard
Engine 2 Fuel Typenot available
Engine 2 Fuel TypeDiesel
Engine 2 Drive Typenot available
Engine 2 Drive Typeinboard
Operational Info
Sleeping capacity6
Sleeping capacity4
Water capacity108.3
Water capacity66
Boat typePower
Boat typePower