Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bayliner 212 2004 vs Bayliner VR5 Bowrider I/O 2018 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bayliner 212 2004 vs Bayliner VR5 Bowrider I/O 2018 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 VR5 Bowrider I/O 2018 tops out at 200 hp. Engine specs for the Bayliner 212 2004 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bayliner 212 2004 carries 55 gallons versus 33 gallons in the Bayliner VR5 Bowrider I/O 2018. 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 212 2004 and Bayliner VR5 Bowrider I/O 2018 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
Model212
Modelnot available
Model Year2004
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 2 in
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters2.49
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches98
Beam - Inchesnot available
Deadrise19℃
Deadrisenot available
Draft [max] - Detail2 ft. 11 in. max
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail3,218 lbs
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg1459.66
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.3218
Weight - lbs.not available
Height - Detail7 ft. 8 in. (rigged)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters2.34
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches92
Height - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 3 in
Length overall - Detail20.00 ft
Length overall - Meters6.48
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches255
Length overall - Inches240
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Feet20
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail55 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters208.2
Fuel tank capacity - Liters124.92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal33
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMerCruiser
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower200 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeinboard
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