Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 boat specs
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Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007
2007
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Glastron GX 235 2005 boat specs
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Glastron GX 235 2005
2005
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Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron GX 235 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron GX 235 2005 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.

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 270 hp, the Glastron GX 235 2005 has a 50-hp advantage over the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007's 220-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 carries 56 gallons versus 47 gallons in the Glastron GX 235 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 7 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 GX 235 2005 and its 270-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 with its 220-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
MakeGlastron
Makenot available
ModelGS 259 Sport Cruiser
Modelnot available
Model Year2007
Model Yearnot available
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inchesnot available
Deadrise20℃
Deadrisenot available
Depth - Detail84 in. (2.13 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (.91 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters213.36
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches84
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail5,525 lbs. (2,506 kg) w/5.7 Gi Volvo Penta
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg2506.1
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.5525
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail98 in. (2.49 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Meters7.57
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet23
Length - Inches1
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 10 in. (7.57 m)
Length overall - Detail23.00 ft
Length overall - Meters7.57
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Inches298
Length overall - Inches276
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 GL Volvo Penta
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98
Fuel tank capacity - Liters177.91
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal47
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typenot available
Engine max220 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine makenot available
Engine makeVolvo Penta
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower270 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,240 lbs. (1,016 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Boat typenot available
Boat typePower

Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron GX 235 2005 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 or the Glastron GX 235 2005?
The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Glastron GX 235 2005 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 1,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?
The Glastron GX 235 2005 is rated to a maximum of 270 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 tops out at 220 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Glastron GX 235 2005 is certified for 7. 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 has the larger fuel tank — the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 or the Glastron GX 235 2005?
The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 47 gallons on the Glastron GX 235 2005. That 9-gallon difference translates to roughly 27–45 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 and Glastron GX 235 2005 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 and the Glastron GX 235 2005 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.