Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 vs Larson Cabrio 265 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 is a modified-V design and the Larson Cabrio 265 2013 is a deep-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 330 DC Cabrio 2010 measures 32,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 6,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Cabrio 265 2013 at 25,5 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 tips the scales at 12 500 lbs - 6 650 lbs more than the Larson Cabrio 265 2013 at 5 850 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 330 DC Cabrio 2010 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Larson Cabrio 265 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 330 DC Cabrio 2010 carries 240 gallons versus 76 gallons in the Larson Cabrio 265 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 at 32,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Cabrio 265 2013 at 25,5 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
Model330 DC Cabrio
ModelCabrio 265
Model Year2010
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam11 ft. 6 in. (3.51 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters3.51
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches138
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 9 ft. 4 in. (2.84 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 2 in. (2.8 m) with arch 7 ft. 10 in. (2.39 m) without arch
Bridge clearance - Meters2.84
Bridge clearance - Meters2.79
Bridge clearance - Inches112
Bridge clearance - Inches110
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise20°
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (88.9 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches35
Weight - Detail12,500 lbs. (5,670 kg)
Weight - Detail5,850 lbs. (2,653 kg) with base engine (5.0L)
Weight - kg5669.9
Weight - kg2653.51
Weight - lbs.12500
Weight - lbs.5850
Length - Feet32
Length - Feet25.5
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 32 ft. 0 in. (9.25 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail25 ft. 6 in. (7.77 m) with pulpit
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters7.77
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches306
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialComposite
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail240 gal. (908 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail76 gal. (287.7 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters908.5
Fuel tank capacity - Liters287.69
Fuel tank capacity - Gal240
Fuel tank capacity - Gal76
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
HeadEnclosed
Headnot available
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Headroom6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m) in cabin
Water capacity46 gal. (174 l) Waste: 37 gal. (140 l)
Water capacity19 gal. (72 l)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,000 lbs. (907 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people8
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal12