Matching a pontoon G3 Boats LX 22 DLX 2012 against a deep vee G3 Boats V162 C 2009 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 G3 Boats LX 22 DLX 2012 measures 22,5 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 6,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the G3 Boats V162 C 2009 at 16,0 feet (2009). At 22 lbs and 12 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 115 hp, the G3 Boats LX 22 DLX 2012 has a 25-hp advantage over the G3 Boats V162 C 2009's 90-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the G3 Boats LX 22 DLX 2012 carries 37 gallons versus 33 gallons in the G3 Boats V162 C 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 G3 Boats LX 22 DLX 2012 is rated for 12 passengers, while the G3 Boats V162 C 2009 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the G3 Boats LX 22 DLX 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the G3 Boats LX 22 DLX 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 22,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The G3 Boats V162 C 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.