Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GTS 225 2021 vs Glastron MX 185 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GTS 225 2021 vs Glastron MX 185 2012 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.
The Glastron MX 185 2012 tops out at 220 hp. Engine specs for the Glastron GTS 225 2021 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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 GTS 225 2021 at 23,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron MX 185 2012 at 18,4 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail23.00 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m)
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet18.42
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Inches276
Length overall - Inches221
Beamnot available
Beam88 in. (2.24 m)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches88
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail44 in. (1.12 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m)
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters111.76
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches44
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.79 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail2,280 lbs. (1,035 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg1034.19
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.228
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercury
Engine modelnot available
Engine model3.0L MPI EC MerCruiser
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower135 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine max220 hp
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs. (499 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people7 or 1,000 lbs. (454 kg)
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeGlastron
Modelnot available
ModelMX 185
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2012
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 10 in. (6.65 m)