Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 vs Chaparral SSX 276 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 or the Chaparral SSX 276 2009?

The Chaparral SSX 276 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 6,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 or the Chaparral SSX 276 2009?

For trailering, the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 has the edge at 4 510 lbs dry weight versus 6 800 lbs for the Chaparral SSX 276 2009. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Chaparral SSX 276 2009 is rated to a maximum of 425 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 tops out at 375 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that - matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

Q: How many passengers can the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 carry?

The Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 has an official capacity rating of 12 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison - verify directly with the dealer.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Chaparral SSX 276 2009 measures 108" wide, compared to 102" for the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states - anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 or the Chaparral SSX 276 2009?

The Chaparral SSX 276 2009 has the bigger tank at 105 gallons, versus 72 gallons on the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007. That 33-gallon difference translates to roughly 99–165 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 and Chaparral SSX 276 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 and the Chaparral SSX 276 2009 are built by Chaparral. 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.

Boat Comparison

Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 vs Chaparral SSX 276 2009

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Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007

2007

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Chaparral SSX 276 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 vs Chaparral SSX 276 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 is a modified-V design and the Chaparral SSX 276 2009 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Chaparral SSX 276 2009 measures 28,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 6,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 at 22,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Chaparral SSX 276 2009 tips the scales at 6 800 lbs - 2 290 lbs less than the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 at 4 510 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 425 hp, the Chaparral SSX 276 2009 has a 50-hp advantage over the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007's 375-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Chaparral SSX 276 2009 carries 105 gallons versus 72 gallons in the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 is rated for up to 12 people. Passenger data for the Chaparral SSX 276 2009 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Chaparral SSX 276 2009 at 28,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 at 22,0 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

MakeChaparral

Model235 SSi Sportboat

ModelSSX 276

Model Year2007

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam9 ft. 0 in. (2.74 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.74

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches108

Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 6 in. (1.68 m)

Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 8 ft. 9 in. (2.67 m) Without Arch: 6 ft. 2 in. (1.88 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.68

Bridge clearance - Meters2.67

Bridge clearance - Inches66

Bridge clearance - Inches105

Deadrise22℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 cm)

Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in. (51 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.43

Draft [drive up] meters0.51

Draft [drive up] inches17

Draft [drive up] inches20

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches36

Draft [max] - Inches35

Weight - Detail4,510 lbs. (2,046 kg)

Weight - Detail6,800 lbs. (3,084 kg)

Weight - kg2045.7

Weight - kg3084.43

Weight - lbs.4510

Weight - lbs.6800

Length - Meters6.96

Length - Meters8.79

Length - Feet22

Length - Feet28

Length - Inches10

Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 11 in. (7.59 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]28 ft. 10 in. (8.79 m)

Length overall - Detail22 ft. 10 in. (6.96 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters6.96

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches274

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo 5.0L 270 hp SX

Engine/s standardVolvo 8.1L Gi DP 375 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detail72 gal. (273 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail105 gal. (397 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55

Fuel tank capacity - Liters397.47

Fuel tank capacity - Gal72

Fuel tank capacity - Gal105

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max375 hp (280 kW)

Engine max425 hp (317 kW)

Operational Info

Headroom4 ft. 4 in. (1.32 m)

Headroomnot available

Sleeping capacity2

Sleeping capacitynot available

Water capacity9.5 gal. (36 l)

Water capacity13.5 gal. (51 l)

Maximum capacity1,690 lbs.

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people12

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal. (14 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail3.8 gal. (14 l) With Optional VacuFlush: 6.5 gal. (24.6 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14

Holding tank capacity - Liters26.5

Holding tank capacity - Gal3.8

Holding tank capacity - Gal6.5

Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 vs Chaparral SSX 276 2009 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 or the Chaparral SSX 276 2009?

The Chaparral SSX 276 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 6,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer - the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 or the Chaparral SSX 276 2009?

For trailering, the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 has the edge at 4 510 lbs dry weight versus 6 800 lbs for the Chaparral SSX 276 2009. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Chaparral SSX 276 2009 is rated to a maximum of 425 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 tops out at 375 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that - matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

How many passengers can the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 carry?

The Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 has an official capacity rating of 12 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison - verify directly with the dealer.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Chaparral SSX 276 2009 measures 108" wide, compared to 102" for the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states - anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 or the Chaparral SSX 276 2009?

The Chaparral SSX 276 2009 has the bigger tank at 105 gallons, versus 72 gallons on the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007. That 33-gallon difference translates to roughly 99–165 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 and Chaparral SSX 276 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Chaparral 235 SSi Sportboat 2007 and the Chaparral SSX 276 2009 are built by Chaparral. 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.

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