Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Everglades Boats 230DC 2012 vs Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Everglades Boats 230DC 2012 against a modified vee Everglades Boats 250CC 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 Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 measures 27,3 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 3,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Everglades Boats 230DC 2012 at 23,6 feet (2012). At 34 lbs and 51 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 400 hp, the Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 has a 100-hp advantage over the Everglades Boats 230DC 2012's 300-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 carries 163 gallons versus 112 gallons in the Everglades Boats 230DC 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 12 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Everglades Boats 250CC 2011 at 27,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Everglades Boats 230DC 2012 at 23,6 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
MakeEverglades Boats
MakeEverglades Boats
Model Year2012
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam9 ft. 3 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.82
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches111
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 8 in. without hardtop 7 ft. 7 in. with hardtop
Bridge clearance - Detail8 ft
Bridge clearance - Meters2.31
Bridge clearance - Meters2.44
Bridge clearance - Inches91
Bridge clearance - Inches96
DeadriseAverage: 36° Transom: 19°
DeadriseAverage: 37 in. Transom: 21 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail15 in
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in
Draft [drive up] meters0.38
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] inches15
Draft [drive up] inches19
Draft [max] - Detail32 in
Draft [max] - Detail36 in
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches32
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail3,400 lbs. (no engine, approx.)
Weight - Detail5,100 lbs. (no engine, approx.)
Weight - kg1542.21
Weight - kg2313.32
Weight - lbs.34
Weight - lbs.51
Height [transom]25 in
Height [transom]30 / 25 in
Length - Feet23.58
Length - Feet27.25
Length overall - DetailWithout Engine: 22 ft. With Engine: 23 ft. 7 in
Length overall - DetailWith Engine: 27 ft. 3 in. Without Engine: 24 ft. 7 in
Length overall - Meters7.19
Length overall - Meters8.31
Length overall - Inches283
Length overall - Inches327
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail112 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail163 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters423.97
Fuel tank capacity - Liters617.02
Fuel tank capacity - Gal112
Fuel tank capacity - Gal163
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max300 hp
Engine max400 hp
Performance
Cruising speed30 mph
Cruising speednot available
Maximum speed47 nph
Maximum speednot available
Operational Info
Water capacity9 gal
Water capacity20 gal
Maximum capacity3,600 lbs
Maximum capacity4,200 lbs
Maximum people12
Maximum people12