Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron SSV 175 2009: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron SSV 175 2009 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 measures 24,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 7,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron SSV 175 2009 at 17,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 tips the scales at 5 525 lbs - 3 485 lbs more than the Glastron SSV 175 2009 at 2 040 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 GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 carries a rated maximum of 220 hp. Engine data for the Glastron SSV 175 2009 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 carries 56 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Glastron SSV 175 2009. 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: The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron SSV 175 2009 at 17,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking - a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
ModelGS 259 Sport Cruiser
ModelSSV 175
Model Year2007
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam88 in. (2.24 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches88
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail84 in. (2.13 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (.91 m)
Depth - Detail44 in. (1.12 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m)
Depth - Centimeters213.36
Depth - Centimeters111.76
Depth - Inches84
Depth - Inches44
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.79 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detail5,525 lbs. (2,506 kg) w/5.7 Gi Volvo Penta
Weight - Detail2,040 lbs. (925 kg)
Weight - kg2506.1
Weight - kg925.33
Weight - lbs.5525
Weight - lbs.2040
Width [transom] - Detail98 in. (2.49 m)
Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)
Length - Meters7.57
Length - Meters5.21
Length - Feet24
Length - Feet17
Length - Inches10
Length - Inches1
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 10 in. (7.57 m)
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 1 in. (5.21 m)
Length overall - Meters7.57
Length overall - Meters5.21
Length overall - Inches298
Length overall - Inches205
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 GL Volvo Penta
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max220 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,240 lbs. (1,016 kg)
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs. (499 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people7
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 10 in. (6.65 m)