Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Crownline 260 EX 2008 vs Crownline 320 LS 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Crownline 260 EX 2008 vs Crownline 320 LS 2007 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Crownline 320 LS 2007 measures 32,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 6,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Crownline 260 EX 2008 at 26,0 feet (2008). At 56 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 640 hp, the Crownline 320 LS 2007 has a 215-hp advantage over the Crownline 260 EX 2008's 425-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Crownline 320 LS 2007 carries 139 gallons versus 75 gallons in the Crownline 260 EX 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 260 EX 2008 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Crownline 320 LS 2007 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crownline 260 EX 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crownline 260 EX 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 26,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crownline 320 LS 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeCrownline
MakeCrownline
Model Year2008
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam116 in. (2.94 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.95
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches116
Bridge clearance - Detail65 in. (1.7 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail72 in. (1.83 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.65
Bridge clearance - Meters1.83
Bridge clearance - Inches65
Bridge clearance - Inches72
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise23℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail21 in. (53 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail26 in. (56 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.53
Draft [drive up] meters0.66
Draft [drive up] inches21
Draft [drive up] inches26
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (89 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail38 in. (97 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches38
Weight - Detail5,400 lbs. - 5,600 lbs. (2,452 - 2,540 kg)
Weight - Detail9,100 - 9,500 lbs. (4,131 - 4,313 kg)
Weight - kg2540.12
Weight - kg4309.12
Weight - lbs.56
Weight - lbs.95
Length - Meters8
Length - Meters9.9
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet32
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches5
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 6 in. (8 m)
Length overall - Detail32 ft. 5 in. (9.9 m)
Length overall - Meters8.08
Length overall - Meters9.88
Length overall - Inches318
Length overall - Inches389
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardM5.7 L Bravo III 250 php
Engine/s standardMTwin 5.0 L MPI Bravo I 520 php
Fuel tank capacity - Detail75 gal. (284 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail139 gal. (526 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters283.91
Fuel tank capacity - Liters526.17
Fuel tank capacity - Gal75
Fuel tank capacity - Gal139
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Engine max425 hp
Engine max640 hp (Twins)
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMerCruiser
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower260 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,205 lbs. (1,000 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people14
Maximum peoplenot available
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower