Glastron DS 215 2008 vs Glastron GLS 195 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 215 2008 or the Glastron GLS 195 2010?

The Glastron GLS 195 2010 is the longer of the two at 19,3 feet overall. The Glastron DS 215 2008 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 17,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 215 2008 or the Glastron GLS 195 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron DS 215 2008 has the edge at 363 lbs dry weight versus 2 915 lbs for the Glastron GLS 195 2010. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Glastron DS 215 2008 has a documented max rating of 300 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GLS 195 2010 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Glastron DS 215 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Glastron GLS 195 2010 is certified for 9. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Glastron DS 215 2008 measures 102" wide, compared to 94" for the Glastron GLS 195 2010. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Glastron DS 215 2008 or the Glastron GLS 195 2010?

The Glastron DS 215 2008 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 34 gallons on the Glastron GLS 195 2010. That 22-gallon difference translates to roughly 66–110 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Glastron DS 215 2008 and Glastron GLS 195 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 215 2008 and the Glastron GLS 195 2010 are built by Glastron. 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.

Boat Comparison

Glastron DS 215 2008 vs Glastron GLS 195 2010

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Glastron DS 215 2008

2008

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Glastron GLS 195 2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron DS 215 2008 vs Glastron GLS 195 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Glastron DS 215 2008 against a deep vee Glastron GLS 195 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Glastron GLS 195 2010 measures 19,3 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 17,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron DS 215 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GLS 195 2010 tips the scales at 2 915 lbs — 2 552 lbs less than the Glastron DS 215 2008 at 363 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 215 2008 carries a rated maximum of 300 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GLS 195 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 DS 215 2008 carries 56 gallons versus 34 gallons in the Glastron GLS 195 2010. 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 Glastron GLS 195 2010 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Glastron DS 215 2008 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Glastron GLS 195 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron GLS 195 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 19,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron DS 215 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeGlastron

ModelDS 215

ModelGLS 195

Model Year2008

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam94 in. (2.39 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.39

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches94

Deadrise16℃

Deadrise21℃

Depth - Detail57.5 in. (1.46 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m)

Depth - Detail49.5 in. (1.26 m) Cockpit: 33.5 in. (0.85 m) Maximum: 62.5 in. (1.59 m)

Depth - Centimeters147.32

Depth - Centimeters160.02

Depth - Inches57.5

Depth - Inches62.5

Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (0.76 m)

Draft [max] - Detail29 in. (0.74 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.76

Draft [max] - Meters0.74

Draft [max] - Inches3

Draft [max] - Inches29

Weight - Detail3,630 lbs. (1,650 kg) w/5.0 GL Volvo Penta

Weight - Detail2,915 lbs. (1,322 kg) with engine

Weight - kg1646.54

Weight - kg1322.22

Weight - lbs.363

Weight - lbs.2915

Width [transom] - Detail96 in. (2.44 m)

Width [transom] - Detail90 in. (2.29 m)

Length - Meters6.38

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet2

Length - Feet19.33

Length - Inches11

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 11 in. (6.38 m)

Length overall - Detail19 ft. 4 in. (5.89 m)

Length overall - Meters6.38

Length overall - Meters5.89

Length overall - Inches251

Length overall - Inches232

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in. (0.41 m)

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.41

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches16

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard4.3 GL Volvo Penta

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (129 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Fuel tank capacity - Gal34

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max300 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Maximum capacity1,350 lbs. (612 kg)

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people9 or 1,350 lbs. (612 kg)

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailEZ Loader GM 5200T (painted)

Trailer - Detailnot available

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 4 in. (6.81 m)

Glastron DS 215 2008 vs Glastron GLS 195 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 215 2008 or the Glastron GLS 195 2010?

The Glastron GLS 195 2010 is the longer of the two at 19,3 feet overall. The Glastron DS 215 2008 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 17,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 215 2008 or the Glastron GLS 195 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron DS 215 2008 has the edge at 363 lbs dry weight versus 2 915 lbs for the Glastron GLS 195 2010. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Glastron DS 215 2008 has a documented max rating of 300 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GLS 195 2010 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Glastron DS 215 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Glastron GLS 195 2010 is certified for 9. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Glastron DS 215 2008 measures 102" wide, compared to 94" for the Glastron GLS 195 2010. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Glastron DS 215 2008 or the Glastron GLS 195 2010?

The Glastron DS 215 2008 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 34 gallons on the Glastron GLS 195 2010. That 22-gallon difference translates to roughly 66–110 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Glastron DS 215 2008 and Glastron GLS 195 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 215 2008 and the Glastron GLS 195 2010 are built by Glastron. 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.

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