Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron DS 200 DB 2012 vs Glastron GLS 215 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Glastron DS 200 DB 2012 against a deep vee Glastron GLS 215 2010 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Glastron DS 200 DB 2012 at 20,1 ft versus Glastron GLS 215 2010 at 21,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GLS 215 2010 tips the scales at 333 lbs — 311 lbs less than the Glastron DS 200 DB 2012 at 22 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Glastron DS 200 DB 2012 carries a rated maximum of 150 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GLS 215 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GLS 215 2010 carries 34 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Glastron DS 200 DB 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 10 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 Glastron DS 200 DB 2012 and Glastron GLS 215 2010 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
ModelDS 200 DB
ModelGLS 215
Model Year2012
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam101 in. (2.57 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches101
Deadrise17°
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail50.5 in. (1.28 m) Cockpit: 35 in. (0.89 m)
Depth - Detail52 in. (1.32 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (0.91 m) Maximum: 65 in. (1.65 m)
Depth - Centimeters129.54
Depth - Centimeters165.1
Depth - Inches50.5
Depth - Inches65
Draft [max] - Detail28 in. (0.71 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (0.80 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches28
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Weight - Detail2,200 lbs. (997 kg)
Weight - Detail3,330 lbs. (1,510 kg) with engine
Weight - kg997.9
Weight - kg1510.46
Weight - lbs.22
Weight - lbs.333
Width [transom] - Detail98 in. (2.49 m)
Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)
Length - Feet20.08
Length - Feet21.33
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 1 in. (6.12 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 4 in. (6.5 m)
Length overall - Meters6.12
Length overall - Meters6.5
Length overall - Inches241
Length overall - Inches256
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail16.5 in. (0.42 m)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches16.5
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeMercury
Engine makenot available
Engine model115 EXLPT Optimax
Engine modelnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (129 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Horsepower115 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine max150 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,200 lbs. (997 kg)
Maximum capacity1,475 lbs. (669 kg)
Maximum people10 or 1,500 lbs. (680 kg)
Maximum people10 or 1,475 lbs. (669 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 5 in. (7.14 m)
Trailer - Length over all24 ft. 9 in. (7.87 m)