Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GXL 185 Ski & Fish 2007 vs Glastron MX185 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GXL 185 Ski & Fish 2007 vs Glastron MX185 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Glastron GXL 185 Ski & Fish 2007 at 18,0 ft versus Glastron MX185 2013 at 18,4 ft. At 274 lbs and 228 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 Glastron GXL 185 Ski & Fish 2007 carries a rated maximum of 135 hp. Engine data for the Glastron MX185 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 GXL 185 Ski & Fish 2007 carries 29 gallons versus 24 gallons in the Glastron MX185 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Glastron MX185 2013 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Glastron GXL 185 Ski & Fish 2007 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Glastron MX185 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Glastron MX185 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 7 passengers and at 18,4 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron GXL 185 Ski & Fish 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
ModelGXL 185 Ski & Fish
ModelMX185
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam91 in. (2.31 m)
Beam88 in. (2.24 m)
Beam - Meters2.31
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches91
Beam - Inches88
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise21°
Depth - Detail43 in. (1.09 m) Cockpit: 29.5 in. (.75 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters109.22
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches43
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (.79 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detail2,740 lbs. (1,243 kg) w/4.3 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - Detail2,280 lbs. (1,035 kg)
Weight - kg1242.84
Weight - kg1034.19
Weight - lbs.274
Weight - lbs.228
Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Meters5.49
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet18.42
Length overall - Detail18 ft. (5.49 m)
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m)
Length overall - Meters5.49
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Inches216
Length overall - Inches221
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail44 in. (1.12 m)
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters1.12
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches44
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard3.0 GL Volvo Penta
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail29 gal. (110 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters109.78
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Drive typeI/O
Drive typenot available
Engine max135 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,200 lbs. (544 kg)
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs. (499 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people7
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader TRST 3500 (painted)
Trailer - Detailnot available