Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson 274 Cabrio 2010 vs Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Larson 274 Cabrio 2010 against a deep vee Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 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 274 Cabrio 2010 measures 28,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 7,9 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 at 20,1 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 tips the scales at 245 lbs — 239 lbs less than the Larson 274 Cabrio 2010 at 6 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Larson 274 Cabrio 2010 carries a rated maximum of 375 hp. Engine data for the Larson LX 195 S 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 274 Cabrio 2010 carries 85 gallons versus 19 gallons in the Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Larson 274 Cabrio 2010 at 28,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 at 20,1 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
Model274 Cabrio
ModelLX 195 S I/O
Model Year201
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.33 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches92
Bridge clearance - DetailWithout Arch: 7 ft. (2.13 m) With Arch: 9 ft. (2.74 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.74
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches108
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise21°
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detail6,000 lbs. (2,722 kg)
Weight - Detail2,450 lbs. (1,111 kg) with base engine (3.0L)
Weight - kg2721.55
Weight - kg1111.3
Weight - lbs.6
Weight - lbs.245
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet20.08
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 28 ft. 0 in. (8.53 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 1 in. (6.12 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters6.12
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches241
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialComposite
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail85 gal. (322 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail19 gal. (72 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters321.76
Fuel tank capacity - Liters71.92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal19
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max375 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Head1 enclosed
Headnot available
Water capacity28 gal. (106 l) Waste: 28 gal. (106 l)
Water capacitynot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people8
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailLX 3000 DB with swing tongue & chrome wheels
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 4 in. (6.90 m)