Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bayliner 18-VR4 2022 vs Bayliner 180 OB 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bayliner 18-VR4 2022 vs Bayliner 180 OB 2012 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 Bayliner 180 OB 2012 tops out at 125 hp. Engine specs for the Bayliner 18-VR4 2022 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
Both boats are rated for 5 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: The Bayliner 18-VR4 2022 and Bayliner 180 OB 2012 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail18.00 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft. (5.49 m)
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet18
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches216
Beamnot available
Beam7 ft. 6 in. (2.29 m)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches9
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail3 ft. 10 in. (1.17 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters1.17
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches46
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise17°
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 2 in. (0.36 m)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.36
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches14
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 7 in. (0.79 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,878 lbs. (852 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg851.85
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.1878
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel typeOther
Fuel typeGas
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelOptiMax DFI
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard90 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Drive typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max125 hp
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeBayliner
Modelnot available
Model180 OB
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2012
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee