Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GT 160 BR 2013 vs Glastron GXL 205 Bowrider 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GT 160 BR 2013 vs Glastron GXL 205 Bowrider 2007 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 GT 160 BR 2013 at 16,5 ft versus Glastron GXL 205 Bowrider 2007 at 19,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GXL 205 Bowrider 2007 tips the scales at 3 025 lbs — 3 009 lbs less than the Glastron GT 160 BR 2013 at 16 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 GXL 205 Bowrider 2007 tops out at 220 hp. Engine specs for the Glastron GT 160 BR 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GXL 205 Bowrider 2007 carries 35 gallons versus 12 gallons in the Glastron GT 160 BR 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 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: The Glastron GXL 205 Bowrider 2007 at 19,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GT 160 BR 2013 at 16,5 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
ModelGT 160 BR
ModelGXL 205 Bowrider
Model Year2013
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. (2.13 m)
Beam96 in. (2.44 m)
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches84
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise17°
Deadrise21℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail14 in. (36 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.36
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches14
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (76 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (.80 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Weight - Detail1,600 lbs. (730 kg)
Weight - Detail3,025 lbs. (1,370 kg) w/5.0 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - kg725.75
Weight - kg1372.12
Weight - lbs.16
Weight - lbs.3025
Length - Feet16.5
Length - Feet19
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 6 in. (5.03 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 11 in. (6.07 m)
Length overall - Meters5.03
Length overall - Meters6.07
Length overall - Inches198
Length overall - Inches239
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail45.75 in. (1.16 m) Cockpit: 32 in. (.81 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters116.84
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches45.75
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail92 in. (2.34 m)
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters6.07
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches11
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard5.0 GL Volvo Penta
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max220 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,590 lbs. (720 kg)
Maximum capacity1,475 lbs. (669 kg)
Maximum people6
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Weight754 lbs. (342 kg)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader EXL 3500 (painted)