Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Kayot V200i 2007 vs Kayot V200i 2008: A Close Look at Two Modified-V Boats
Both the Kayot V200i 2007 and the Kayot V200i 2008 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Kayot V200i 2007 at 20,0 ft versus Kayot V200i 2008 at 20,0 ft. At 3 300 lbs and 3 300 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 320 hp for the Kayot V200i 2007 and 300 hp for the Kayot V200i 2008. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 45 gal and 45 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 11 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: Performance buyers should lean toward the Kayot V200i 2007 and its 320-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Kayot V200i 2008 with its 300-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.
General Boat Info
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail53 in., 45 in. with windshield delete
Bridge clearance - Detail53 in. (standard windshield) 45 in. (w/o windshield)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.35
Bridge clearance - Meters1.35
Bridge clearance - Inches53
Bridge clearance - Inches53
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise19℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in.
Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in.
Draft [drive up] meters0.41
Draft [drive up] meters0.41
Draft [drive up] inches16
Draft [drive up] inches16
Draft [max] - Detail33 in.
Draft [max] - Detail33 in.
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail3,300 lbs.
Weight - Detail3,300 lbs.
Weight - kg1496.85
Weight - kg1496.85
Weight - lbs.3300
Weight - lbs.3300
Length - Feet20
Length - Feet20
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches3
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 6 in.
Length [over all with swim platform]21 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in.
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in.
Length overall - Meters6.17
Length overall - Meters6.17
Length overall - Inches243
Length overall - Inches243
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard4.3 l Mercruiser 190 hp
Engine/s standard4.3 l Mercruiser / 190 hp
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine max300 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,650 lbs.
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people11
Maximum people11 @ 1,650 lbs.