Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron MX 180 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron MX 180 2013 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 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 measures 26,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 8,9 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron MX 180 2013 at 17,1 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 tips the scales at 5 830 lbs - 3 880 lbs more than the Glastron MX 180 2013 at 1 950 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 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 carries a rated maximum of 270 hp. Engine data for the Glastron MX 180 2013 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 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 carries 72 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Glastron MX 180 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 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 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 at 26,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron MX 180 2013 at 17,1 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 269 Sport Cruiser
ModelMX 180
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
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 - Detail86 in. (2.18 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (.91 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters218.44
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches86
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)
Draft [max] - Detail28-1/2 in. (72 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Inches40
Draft [max] - Inches28.5
Weight - Detail5,830 lbs. (2,645 kg) w/5.7 Gi Volvo Penta
Weight - Detail1,950 lbs. (884 kg)
Weight - kg2644.44
Weight - kg884.5
Weight - lbs.5830
Weight - lbs.1950
Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Meters8.2
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet17.08
Length - Inches11
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 11 in. (8.20 m)
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 1 in. (5.21 m)
Length overall - Meters8.2
Length overall - Meters5.21
Length overall - Inches323
Length overall - Inches205
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail43 in. (1.09 m)
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters1.09
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches43
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 GXi Volvo Penta
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail72 gal. (273 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal72
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Drive typeI/O
Drive typenot available
Engine max270 HP
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
HeadManual china
Headnot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people8