Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 vs Larson LXi 268 I/O 2006: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?
Both the Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 and the Larson LXi 268 I/O 2006 are modified-V designs, 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 measures 32,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 6,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson LXi 268 I/O 2006 at 26,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson 330 DC Cabrio 2010 tips the scales at 12 500 lbs - 8 400 lbs more than the Larson LXi 268 I/O 2006 at 4 100 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 LXi 268 I/O 2006 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 56 gallons in the Larson LXi 268 I/O 2006. 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 LXi 268 I/O 2006 at 26,0 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
ModelLXi 268 I/O
Model Year2010
Model Year2006
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 - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.84
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches112
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise18℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (85 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches34
Weight - Detail12,500 lbs. (5,670 kg)
Weight - Detail4,100 lbs. (1,860 kg)
Weight - kg5669.9
Weight - kg1859.73
Weight - lbs.12500
Weight - lbs.4100
Length - Feet32
Length - Feet26
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 32 ft. 0 in. (9.25 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters8.17
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches8
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 8 in. (8.17 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters8.13
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches320
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail240 gal. (908 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters908.5
Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal240
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typenot available
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)
Headroomnot available
Water capacity46 gal. (174 l) Waste: 37 gal. (140 l)
Water capacity12.5 gal. (47 l)
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader