Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GT 225 2008 vs Glastron MX 175 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GT 225 2008 vs Glastron MX 175 2006 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 GT 225 2008 measures 21,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 4,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron MX 175 2006 at 17,0 feet (2006). At 3 lbs and 23 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 320 hp, the Glastron GT 225 2008 has a 130-hp advantage over the Glastron MX 175 2006's 190-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 GT 225 2008 carries 35 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Glastron MX 175 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Glastron GT 225 2008 at 21,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron MX 175 2006 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
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam99 in. (2.53 m)
Beam88 in. (2.24 m)
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches99
Beam - Inches88
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail6.5 in. (1.18 m) Cockpit: 30.5 in. (0.77 m)
Depth - Detail44 in. (1.12 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (.72 m)
Depth - Centimeters78.74
Depth - Centimeters111.76
Depth - Inches30.5
Depth - Inches44
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (0.80 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (.79 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detail3,000 lbs. (1,364 kg) w/5.0 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - Detailw/ 3.0 GL Volvo Penta?: 2,300 lbs. (1,043 kg)
Weight - kg1360.78
Weight - kg1043.26
Weight - lbs.3
Weight - lbs.23
Width [transom] - Detail92 in. (2.34 m)
Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)
Length - Meters6.55
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet17
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches1
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 1 in. (5.21 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters5.21
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches205
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 GL Volvo Penta (220 hp)
Engine/s standard3.0 GL Volvo Penta?
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine max190 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,475 lbs. (669 kg)
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs. (499 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader GM 4000T (painted)
Trailer - Detailnot available