Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bayliner 180 2004 vs Bayliner 185 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bayliner 180 2004 vs Bayliner 185 2008 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 185 2008 tops out at 135 hp. Engine specs for the Bayliner 180 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bayliner 185 2008 carries 28 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Bayliner 180 2004. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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 180 2004 and Bayliner 185 2008 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.
General Boat Info
MakeBayliner
Makenot available
Model18
Modelnot available
Model Year2004
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 6 in
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches9
Beam - Inchesnot available
Deadrise17℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 7 in. max
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail1,878 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg851.85
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.1878
Weight - lbs.not available
Height - Detail6 ft. 3 in. (rigged)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.91
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches75
Height - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail18 ft
Length overall - Detail18.00 ft
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches216
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet18
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMerCruiser
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower135 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailPainted or Galvanized, Single-Axle w/Brakes, Tongue Jack & Swing-Away Tongue
Trailer - Detailnot available
Operational Info
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower