Crownline 230 CCR 2008 vs Crownline 320 LS 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 or the Crownline 320 LS 2010?

The Crownline 320 LS 2010 is the longer of the two at 32,4 feet overall. The Crownline 230 CCR 2008 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 9,4 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 or the Crownline 320 LS 2010?

For trailering, the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 has the edge at 48 lbs dry weight versus 95 lbs for the Crownline 320 LS 2010. 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Crownline 320 LS 2010 has a documented max rating of 640 hp. Engine specifications for the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Crownline 230 CCR 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Crownline 320 LS 2010 is certified for 9. 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.

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

The Crownline 320 LS 2010 measures 116" wide, compared to 102" for the Crownline 230 CCR 2008. 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 Crownline 230 CCR 2008 or the Crownline 320 LS 2010?

The Crownline 320 LS 2010 has the bigger tank at 139 gallons, versus 45 gallons on the Crownline 230 CCR 2008. That 94-gallon difference translates to roughly 282–470 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 and Crownline 320 LS 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 and the Crownline 320 LS 2010 are built by Crownline. 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

Crownline 230 CCR 2008 vs Crownline 320 LS 2010

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Crownline 230 CCR 2008

2008

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Crownline 320 LS 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Crownline 230 CCR 2008 vs Crownline 320 LS 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Crownline 230 CCR 2008 against a deep vee Crownline 320 LS 2010 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely 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 Crownline 320 LS 2010 measures 32,4 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 9,4 additional feet of deck space compared to the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 at 23,0 feet (2008). At 48 lbs and 95 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 Crownline 320 LS 2010 tops out at 640 hp. Engine specs for the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Crownline 320 LS 2010 carries 139 gallons versus 45 gallons in the Crownline 230 CCR 2008. 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 Crownline 320 LS 2010 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crownline 320 LS 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Crownline 320 LS 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 32,4 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crownline 230 CCR 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeCrownline

Model230 CCR

Model320 LS

Model Year2008

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam116 in. (2.95 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.95

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches116

Bridge clearance - Detail46 in. (1.2 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail72 in. (1.83 m)

Bridge clearance - Meters1.17

Bridge clearance - Meters1.83

Bridge clearance - Inches46

Bridge clearance - Inches72

Deadrise19℃

Deadrise23℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (33 cm)

Draft [drive up] - Detail26 in. (66 cm)

Draft [drive up] meters0.48

Draft [drive up] meters0.66

Draft [drive up] inches19

Draft [drive up] inches26

Draft [max] - Detail27 in. (69 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (97 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.69

Draft [max] - Meters0.97

Draft [max] - Inches27

Draft [max] - Inches38

Weight - Detail4,600 - 4,800 lbs. (2,097 - 2,177 kg)

Weight - Detail9,100 - 9,500 lbs. (4,128 - 4,309 kg)

Weight - kg2177.24

Weight - kg4309.12

Weight - lbs.48

Weight - lbs.95

Length - Meters7.16

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet23

Length - Feet32.42

Length - Inches6

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 6 in. (7.16 m)

Length overall - Detail32 ft. 5 in. (9.9 m)

Length overall - Meters7.16

Length overall - Meters9.88

Length overall - Inches282

Length overall - Inches389

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard320 hp

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal. (235 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail139 gal. (526 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34

Fuel tank capacity - Liters526.17

Fuel tank capacity - Gal45

Fuel tank capacity - Gal139

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Drive typeInboard - Twin

Engine makenot available

Engine makeMercury

Engine modelnot available

Engine modelTwin 5.0 l MPI Bravo I

Horsepowernot available

Horsepower520 php

Engine maxnot available

Engine max640 hp (Twins)

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,160 lbs. (526 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people8

Maximum peoplenot available

Crownline 230 CCR 2008 vs Crownline 320 LS 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 or the Crownline 320 LS 2010?

The Crownline 320 LS 2010 is the longer of the two at 32,4 feet overall. The Crownline 230 CCR 2008 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 9,4 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 or the Crownline 320 LS 2010?

For trailering, the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 has the edge at 48 lbs dry weight versus 95 lbs for the Crownline 320 LS 2010. 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Crownline 320 LS 2010 has a documented max rating of 640 hp. Engine specifications for the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 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 Crownline 230 CCR 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Crownline 320 LS 2010 is certified for 9. 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 is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Crownline 320 LS 2010 measures 116" wide, compared to 102" for the Crownline 230 CCR 2008. 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 Crownline 230 CCR 2008 or the Crownline 320 LS 2010?

The Crownline 320 LS 2010 has the bigger tank at 139 gallons, versus 45 gallons on the Crownline 230 CCR 2008. That 94-gallon difference translates to roughly 282–470 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 and Crownline 320 LS 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Crownline 230 CCR 2008 and the Crownline 320 LS 2010 are built by Crownline. 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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