Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bayliner 194 Classic 2005 vs Bayliner 215 BR 2012: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bayliner 194 Classic 2005 vs Bayliner 215 BR 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 215 BR 2012 tops out at 260 hp. Engine specs for the Bayliner 194 Classic 2005 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bayliner 215 BR 2012 carries 37 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Bayliner 194 Classic 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 194 Classic 2005 and Bayliner 215 BR 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.
General Boat Info
Model194 Classic
Model215 BR
Model Year2005
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 7 in. (2.31 m)
Beam8 ft. 2 in. (2.43 m)
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Inches91
Beam - Inches98
Bridge clearance - Detail3 ft. 1 in. (.94 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail3 ft. 11 in. (1.19 m) 7 ft. 1 in. (2.16 m) max
Bridge clearance - Meters0.94
Bridge clearance - Meters2.16
Bridge clearance - Inches37
Bridge clearance - Inches85
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise20°
Draft [max] - DetailHull: 1 ft. 5 in. (.43 m) Max: 2 ft. 10 in. (.86 m)
Draft [max] - Detail3 ft. 1 in. (0.94 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.94
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches37
Weight - Detail2,100 lbs. (953 kg)
Weight - Detail3,044 lbs. (1,381 kg)
Weight - kg952.54
Weight - kg1380.73
Weight - lbs.2100
Weight - lbs.3044
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 9 in. (5.72 m) Rigged: 20 ft. 8 in. (6.30 m)
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 6 in. (6.25 m)
Length overall - Meters6.3
Length overall - Meters6.25
Length overall - Inches248
Length overall - Inches246
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail1 ft. 8 in. (0.51 m)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches20
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet20.5
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters140.06
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel tank capacity - Gal37
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelMPI / A1 (4.3 L) ECT Carb Compliant
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard220 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max260 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - HeightRigged: 23 ft. 0 in. (7.01 m)
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over allStorage Length (Tongue Swung to Side): 21 ft. 4 in. (6.50 m) Rigged: 23 ft. 0 in. (7.01 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight2,750 lbs. (1,247 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 1 in. (2.46 m)
Trailer - Widthnot available
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee