Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 and the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 are deep vee designs with fiberglass construction — 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 measures 29,2 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 4,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 at 24,6 feet (2010). At 575 lbs and 597 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 Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 carries 84 gallons versus 1 gallons in the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 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 LXi 292 I/O 2013 at 29,2 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson 240 Cabrio 2010 at 24,6 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
Model240 Cabrio
ModelLXi 292 I/O
Model Year201
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam9 ft. (3 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.74
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches108
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 7 in. (2.35 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.31
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches91
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise24°
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (88.9 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99.1 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches35
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - Detail5,750 lbs. (2,608 kg)
Weight - Detail5,970 lbs. (2,687 kg) with base engine (350 Mag)
Weight - kg2608.15
Weight - kg2707.94
Weight - lbs.575
Weight - lbs.597
Length - Feet24.58
Length - Feet29.17
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 24 ft. 7 in. (7.53 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail29 ft. 2 in. (8.69 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters8.89
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches35
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialComposite
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (379 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Gal84
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m)
Headroomnot available
Water capacity19 gal. (72 l) Waste: 12 gal. (45 l)
Water capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)
Maximum capacity2,500 lbs. (1,134 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people8
Maximum peoplenot available
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail13 gal. (47 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters49.21
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal13
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all34 ft. 9 in. (10.59 m)