Bayliner 265 2007 boat specs
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Bayliner 265 2007
2007
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Bayliner Capri Sport 185  2001 boat specs
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Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001
2001
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Bayliner 265 2007 vs Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Bayliner 265 2007 vs Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001 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 265 2007 carries a rated maximum of 220 hp. Engine data for the Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bayliner 265 2007 carries 75 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Bayliner 265 2007 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Bayliner 265 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Bayliner 265 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 26,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail26.00 ft
Length overall - Detail17'11"/5.47m
Length - Feet26
Length - Feetnot available
Length overall - Meters7.92
Length overall - Meters5.46
Length overall - Inches312
Length overall - Inches215
Beamnot available
Beam7'6"/2.29m
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches9
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise17 degrees
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,135 lbs./970kg
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg968.42
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.2135
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Engine makeMerCruiser
Engine makenot available
Horsepower220 hp
Horsepowernot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal/87L
Operational Info
Water capacity2
Water capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal2
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeBayliner
Modelnot available
ModelCapri Sport 185
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2001

Bayliner 265 2007 vs Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001 — Common Questions

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Bayliner 265 2007 has a documented max rating of 220 hp. Engine specifications for the Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Bayliner 265 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001 is certified for 5. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Bayliner 265 2007 or the Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001?
The Bayliner 265 2007 has the bigger tank at 75 gallons, versus 23 gallons on the Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001. That 52-gallon difference translates to roughly 156–260 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Bayliner 265 2007 and Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Bayliner 265 2007 and the Bayliner Capri Sport 185 2001 are built by Bayliner. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.