Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Cruisers Yachts 280 CXi Express 2007 vs Cruisers Yachts 520 Sports Coupe 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Cruisers Yachts 280 CXi Express 2007 vs Cruisers Yachts 520 Sports Coupe 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Cruisers Yachts 520 Sports Coupe 2008 measures 52,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 21,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Cruisers Yachts 280 CXi Express 2007 at 31,0 feet (2007). At 107 lbs and 42 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 Cruisers Yachts 280 CXi Express 2007 carries a rated maximum of 225 hp. Engine data for the Cruisers Yachts 520 Sports Coupe 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Cruisers Yachts 520 Sports Coupe 2008 carries 5 gallons versus 1 gallons in the Cruisers Yachts 280 CXi Express 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Cruisers Yachts 520 Sports Coupe 2008 at 52,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Cruisers Yachts 280 CXi Express 2007 at 31,0 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
MakeCruisers Yachts
MakeCruisers Yachts
Model280 CXi Express
Model520 Sports Coupe
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. 0 in. (3 m)
Beam15 ft. 6 in. (4.7 m)
Beam - Meters3.05
Beam - Meters4.72
Beam - Inches12
Beam - Inches186
Bridge clearance - DetailArch: 9 ft. 8 in. (2.9 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail13 ft. 1 in. (4 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.95
Bridge clearance - Meters3.99
Bridge clearance - Inches116
Bridge clearance - Inches157
Draft [drive up] - DetailStern: 20 in. (51 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail44 in. (1.1 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] meters1.12
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [drive up] inches44
Draft [max] - DetailStern: 35 in. (89 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail44 in. (1.1 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters1.12
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches44
Weight - DetailDiesel: 10,700 lbs. (4,854 kg) Gas: 10,000 lbs. (4,536 kg)
Weight - DetailDiesel: 42,000 lbs. (19,051 kg)
Weight - kg4853.43
Weight - kg19050.86
Weight - lbs.107
Weight - lbs.42
Height - DetailKeel to Arch: 10 ft. 8 in. (3.3 m)
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters3.25
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches128
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Meters9.4
Length - Meters15.9
Length - Feet31
Length - Feet52
Length [over all with swim platform]31 ft. 0 in. (9.4 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]52 ft. 3 in. (15.9 m)
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise15℃
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches3
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (379 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail500 gal. (1,893 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1892.71
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeDiesel
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Engine max225 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.9 m)
HeadroomCabin: 6 ft. 6 in. (2 m)
Water capacity25 gal. (95 l)
Water capacity150 gal. (568 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 20 gal. (76 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailWaste: 75 gal. (284 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71
Holding tank capacity - Liters283.91
Holding tank capacity - Gal2
Holding tank capacity - Gal75