Matching a deep vee Crownline 300 LS 2009 against a modified vee Crownline 350 CR 2011 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 350 CR 2011 measures 36,0 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 33,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Crownline 300 LS 2009 at 3,0 feet (2009). At 89 lbs and 165 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 860 hp, the Crownline 350 CR 2011 has a 260-hp advantage over the Crownline 300 LS 2009's 600-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 350 CR 2011 carries 193 gallons versus 84 gallons in the Crownline 300 LS 2009. 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 350 CR 2011 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Crownline 300 LS 2009 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crownline 350 CR 2011 could be the deciding factor.