The G3 Boats LX 20 Fish & Cruise 2006 vs G3 Boats LX3 22 FC 2011 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 G3 Boats LX3 22 FC 2011 measures 22,5 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 20,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the G3 Boats LX 20 Fish & Cruise 2006 at 2,0 feet (2006). At 194 lbs and 274 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 225 hp, the G3 Boats LX3 22 FC 2011 has a 125-hp advantage over the G3 Boats LX 20 Fish & Cruise 2006's 100-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 3 gal and 3 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The G3 Boats LX3 22 FC 2011 is rated for 14 passengers, while the G3 Boats LX 20 Fish & Cruise 2006 caps at 11. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the G3 Boats LX3 22 FC 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the G3 Boats LX3 22 FC 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 22,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The G3 Boats LX 20 Fish & Cruise 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 11 that costs less to run day-to-day.