Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GS 279 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron GS 289 SC 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GS 279 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron GS 289 SC 2010 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 289 SC 2010 measures 30,3 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron GS 279 Sport Cruiser 2007 at 27,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GS 279 Sport Cruiser 2007 tips the scales at 618 lbs — 553 lbs more than the Glastron GS 289 SC 2010 at 65 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 279 Sport Cruiser 2007 carries a rated maximum of 270 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GS 289 SC 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 GS 289 SC 2010 carries 84 gallons versus 72 gallons in the Glastron GS 279 Sport Cruiser 2007. 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 289 SC 2010 at 30,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GS 279 Sport Cruiser 2007 at 27,0 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 279 Sport Cruiser
ModelGS 289 SC
Model Year2007
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam109 in. (2.77 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.77
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches109
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise20℃
Depth - Detail89 in. (2.26 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (.91 m)
Depth - Detail101 in. (2.57 m) Cockpit: 30 in. (0.76 m) Maximum: 109 in. (2.77 m)
Depth - Centimeters226.06
Depth - Centimeters276.86
Depth - Inches89
Depth - Inches109
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)
Draft [max] - Detail41 in. (1.04 m)
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Meters1.04
Draft [max] - Inches4
Draft [max] - Inches41
Weight - Detail6,180 lbs. (2,803 kg) w/5.0 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - Detail6,500 lbs. (2,948 kg) with engine
Weight - kg2803.2
Weight - kg2948.35
Weight - lbs.618
Weight - lbs.65
Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)
Width [transom] - Detail100 in. (2.54 m)
Length - Meters8.36
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet27
Length - Feet30.33
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 5 in. (8.36 m)
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 10 in. (8.79 m)
Length overall - Meters8.36
Length overall - Meters8.79
Length overall - Inches329
Length overall - Inches346
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail83 in. (2.11 m) without arch 98 in. (2.49 m) with arch
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.49
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches98
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail28 in. (0.71 m)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.71
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches28
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]30 ft. 4 in. (9.25 m)
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 - Detail84 gal. (318 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55
Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97
Fuel tank capacity - Gal72
Fuel tank capacity - Gal84
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max270 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
HeadManual china
Headnot available