Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson 186 Senza 2010 vs Larson Cabrio 927 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Larson 186 Senza 2010 against a deep vee Larson Cabrio 927 2012 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson Cabrio 927 2012 measures 30,4 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 11,9 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson 186 Senza 2010 at 18,5 feet (2010). At 27 lbs and 1 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 270 hp, the Larson 186 Senza 2010 has a 232-hp advantage over the Larson Cabrio 927 2012's 38-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 carries 129 gallons versus 29 gallons in the Larson 186 Senza 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 9 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 Larson Cabrio 927 2012 at 30,4 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson 186 Senza 2010 at 18,5 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
Model186 Senza
ModelCabrio 927
Model Year201
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam7 ft. 10 in. (2.39 m)
Beam10 ft. 6 in. (3.2 m)
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters3.2
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches126
Deadrise21°
Deadrise19°
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (83.8 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail2,700 lbs. (1,225 kg)
Weight - Detail10,000 lbs. (4,535 kg)
Weight - kg1224.7
Weight - kg4535.92
Weight - lbs.27
Weight - lbs.1
Length - Feet18.5
Length - Feet30.42
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 6 in. (5.64 m)
Length overall - Detail30 ft. 5 in. (9.27 m) with pulpit
Length overall - Meters5.64
Length overall - Meters9.27
Length overall - Inches222
Length overall - Inches365
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 6 in. (2.89 m) with arch 7 ft. 6 in. (2.28 m) without arch
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.9
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches114
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialComposite
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail29 gal. (109.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail129 gal. (488 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters109.78
Fuel tank capacity - Liters488.32
Fuel tank capacity - Gal29
Fuel tank capacity - Gal129
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max270 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMerCruiser (single catalyst compliant) (mandatory in U.S. & Canada)
Engine modelnot available
Engine model8.2 Mag MPI EC BIII
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower38
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,400 lbs. (635 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people9
Maximum peoplenot available
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m) in cabin
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity28 gal. (106 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal28
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 1 in. (7.64 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available