Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron DX 235 2008 vs Glastron GS 219 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron DX 235 2008 vs Glastron GS 219 2006 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Glastron DX 235 2008 at 22,0 ft versus Glastron GS 219 2006 at 21,0 ft. At 4 lbs and 36 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 320 hp for the Glastron DX 235 2008 and 300 hp for the Glastron GS 219 2006. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron DX 235 2008 carries 73 gallons versus 56 gallons in the Glastron GS 219 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Glastron DX 235 2008 and its 320-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Glastron GS 219 2006 with its 300-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise15℃
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail60 in. (1.52 m) Cockpit: 31 in. (0.79 m)
Depth - Detail62 in. (1.57 m) Cockpit: 34 in. (.86 m)
Depth - Centimeters152.4
Depth - Centimeters157.48
Depth - Inches6
Depth - Inches62
Draft [max] - Detail32 in. (0.81 m)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (.91 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches32
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail4,000 lbs. (1,814 kg) w/5.7 Gi Volvo Penta
Weight - Detailw/ 5.0 GXi Volvo Penta?: 3,600 lbs. (1,633 kg)
Weight - kg1814.37
Weight - kg1632.93
Weight - lbs.4
Weight - lbs.36
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (2.39 m)
Width [transom] - Detail96 in. (2.44 m)
Length - Meters6.86
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet21
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches6
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 6 in. (6.86 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)
Length overall - Meters6.86
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Inches27
Length overall - Inches258
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 GL Volvo Penta (220 hp)
Engine/s standard4.3 GL Volvo Penta?
Fuel tank capacity - Detail73 gal. (276 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters276.33
Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal73
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine max300 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,950 lbs. (885 kg)
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader GM 5800T (painted)
Trailer - Detailnot available