Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bayliner 192 Classic 2006 vs Bayliner 222 Classic 2006: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bayliner 192 Classic 2006 vs Bayliner 222 Classic 2006 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Bayliner 222 Classic 2006 measures 22,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Bayliner 192 Classic 2006 at 18,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Bayliner 222 Classic 2006 tips the scales at 4 078 lbs - 1 903 lbs less than the Bayliner 192 Classic 2006 at 2 175 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
Both boats are rated for 7 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 222 Classic 2006 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Bayliner 192 Classic 2006 at 18,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking - a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model192 Classic
Model222 Classic
Model Year2006
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 7 in. (2.31 m)
Beam8 ft. 1 in. (2.46 m)
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Inches91
Beam - Inches97
Bridge clearance - Detail3 ft. 8 in. (1.12 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 8 in. (2.34 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.12
Bridge clearance - Meters2.34
Bridge clearance - Inches44
Bridge clearance - Inches92
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [drive up] - DetailHull: 1 ft. 5 in. (.43 m)
Draft [drive up] - DetailHull: 1 ft. 5 in. (.43 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 10 in. (.86 m)
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 10 in. (.86 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches34
Weight - Detail2,175 lbs. (987 kg)
Weight - Detail4,078 lbs. (1,850 kg)
Weight - kg986.56
Weight - kg1849.75
Weight - lbs.2175
Weight - lbs.4078
Length - Meters5.72
Length - Meters6.78
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches9
Length - Inches3
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 9 in. (5.72 m) Rigged: 20 ft. 8 in. (6.30 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 3 in. (6.78 m) Rigged: 24 ft. 7 in. (7.49 m)
Length overall - Meters6.3
Length overall - Meters7.49
Length overall - Inches248
Length overall - Inches295
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard3.0 l MerCruiser? Alpha I (135 hp)
Engine/s standard5.0 l MerCruiser? Alpha I (220 hp)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail55 gal. (208 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeI/O
Operational Info
Maximum people7
Maximum people7
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity6
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity13 gal. (49 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - DetailOptional
Trailer Info
Trailer - Height7 ft. 3 in. (2.21 m)
Trailer - Height10 ft. 6 in. (3.20 m)
Trailer - Length over all20 ft. 8 in. (6.30 m) Storage (Tongue Swung to Side: 21 ft. 4 in. (6.50 m)
Trailer - Length over all28 ft. 9 in. (8.76 m) Rigged: 29 ft. 6 in. (9.0 m)
Trailer - Weight2,775 lbs. (1,259 kg)
Trailer - Weight5,528 lbs. (2,507 kg)
Trailer - Width8 ft. 1 in. (2.46 m)
Trailer - Width8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m)