Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Caravelle 232 LS Bowrider 2007 vs Caravelle 237LS Bowrider 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Caravelle 232 LS Bowrider 2007 vs Caravelle 237LS Bowrider 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Caravelle 232 LS Bowrider 2007 at 23,0 ft versus Caravelle 237LS Bowrider 2008 at 23,0 ft. At 35 lbs and 4 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 375 hp, the Caravelle 232 LS Bowrider 2007 has a 55-hp advantage over the Caravelle 237LS Bowrider 2008's 320-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Caravelle 237LS Bowrider 2008 carries 53 gallons versus 36 gallons in the Caravelle 232 LS Bowrider 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Caravelle 232 LS Bowrider 2007 and its 375-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Caravelle 237LS Bowrider 2008 with its 320-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeCaravelle
MakeCaravelle
Model232 LS Bowrider
Model237LS Bowrider
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 4 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.54
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches1
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - DetailMercury: 19 in. Volvo: 22 in
Draft [drive up] - DetailMercury: 19 in. Volvo: 21 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.56
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] inches22
Draft [drive up] inches21
Draft [max] - DetailMercury: 35 in. Volvo: 36 in
Draft [max] - DetailMercury: 36 in. Volvo: 38 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches38
Weight - Detail3,500 lbs
Weight - Detail4,000 lbs
Weight - kg1587.57
Weight - kg1814.37
Weight - lbs.35
Weight - lbs.4
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet23
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Meters7.14
Length overall - Inches276
Length overall - Inches281
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 GXi - 270 hp
Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0 GXi - 270 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail36 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail53 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters136.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters200.63
Fuel tank capacity - Gal36
Fuel tank capacity - Gal53
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max375 hp
Engine max320 hp
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailTennessee tandem-axle with brakes
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Height6 ft. 3 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 1 in. (Removable trailer tongue will shorten length by approximately 26 in.)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Width8 ft. 6 in
Trailer - Widthnot available