Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Fiesta Marine 15.5 ft. Sunray Mini Sundeck 2013 vs Fiesta Marine 16 ft. Sunray Sundeck "L" 2012 — A Close Look at Two Pontoons
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Fiesta Marine 15.5 ft. Sunray Mini Sundeck 2013 and the Fiesta Marine 16 ft. Sunray Sundeck "L" 2012 are pontoon designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
Bottom line: The Fiesta Marine 15.5 ft. Sunray Mini Sundeck 2013 and Fiesta Marine 16 ft. Sunray Sundeck "L" 2012 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeFiesta Marine
MakeFiesta Marine
Model15.5 ft. Sunray Mini Sundeck
Model16 ft. Sunray Sundeck "L"
Model Year2013
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches96
Length - Feet15.5
Length - Feet16
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter23 in
Tube diameter23 in
Tube gauge0.090 nosecones
Tube gauge0.090 nosecones
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fiesta Marine 15.5 ft. Sunray Mini Sundeck 2013 vs Fiesta Marine 16 ft. Sunray Sundeck "L" 2012 — Common Questions
Which is the larger boat — the Fiesta Marine 15.5 ft. Sunray Mini Sundeck 2013 or the Fiesta Marine 16 ft. Sunray Sundeck "L" 2012?
The Fiesta Marine 16 ft. Sunray Sundeck "L" 2012 is the longer of the two at 16,0 feet overall. The Fiesta Marine 15.5 ft. Sunray Mini Sundeck 2013 comes in at 15,5 feet, making it roughly 0,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Fiesta Marine 15.5 ft. Sunray Mini Sundeck 2013 and Fiesta Marine 16 ft. Sunray Sundeck "L" 2012 share an 8 ft beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Are the Fiesta Marine 15.5 ft. Sunray Mini Sundeck 2013 and Fiesta Marine 16 ft. Sunray Sundeck "L" 2012 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Fiesta Marine 15.5 ft. Sunray Mini Sundeck 2013 and the Fiesta Marine 16 ft. Sunray Sundeck "L" 2012 are built by Fiesta Marine. 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.