Larson Cabrio 220 2008 vs Larson LXi 258 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 or the Larson LXi 258 2013?

The Larson LXi 258 2013 is the longer of the two at 25,5 feet overall. The Larson Cabrio 220 2008 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 3,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 or the Larson LXi 258 2013?

For trailering, the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 has the edge at 42 lbs dry weight versus 475 lbs for the Larson LXi 258 2013. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Q: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson Cabrio 220 2008 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson LXi 258 2013 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson Cabrio 220 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Larson LXi 258 2013 is certified for 12. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Larson LXi 258 2013 measures 102" wide, compared to 101" for the Larson Cabrio 220 2008. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 or the Larson LXi 258 2013?

The Larson LXi 258 2013 has the bigger tank at 57 gallons, versus 6 gallons on the Larson Cabrio 220 2008. That 51-gallon difference translates to roughly 153–255 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 and Larson LXi 258 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 and the Larson LXi 258 2013 are built by Larson. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Larson Cabrio 220 2008 vs Larson LXi 258 2013

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Larson Cabrio 220 2008

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Larson LXi 258 2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson Cabrio 220 2008 vs Larson LXi 258 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Larson Cabrio 220 2008 against a deep vee Larson LXi 258 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 LXi 258 2013 measures 25,5 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 at 22,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LXi 258 2013 tips the scales at 475 lbs — 433 lbs less than the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 at 42 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 Cabrio 220 2008 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Larson LXi 258 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 LXi 258 2013 carries 57 gallons versus 6 gallons in the Larson Cabrio 220 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Larson LXi 258 2013 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson LXi 258 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson LXi 258 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 25,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson Cabrio 220 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

ModelCabrio 22

ModelLXi 258

Model Year2008

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 5 in. (2.55 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.57

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches101

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 5 ft. 4 in. (1.63 m)

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters1.63

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches64

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise18℃

Deadrise22°

Draft [max] - Detail32 in. (81.3 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (88.9 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.81

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches32

Draft [max] - Inches35

Weight - Detail4,200 lbs. (1,905 kg)

Weight - Detail4,750 lbs. (2,150 kg) with base engine (350 Mag)

Weight - kg1905.09

Weight - kg2154.56

Weight - lbs.42

Weight - lbs.475

Length - Meters6.73

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet22

Length - Feet25.5

Length - Inches1

Length - Inchesnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 22 ft. 1 in. (6.73 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 6 in. (7.77 m)

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 - Detail60 gal. (227 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail57 gal. (216 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters227.12

Fuel tank capacity - Liters215.77

Fuel tank capacity - Gal6

Fuel tank capacity - Gal57

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max320 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Head1

Headnot available

Water capacity5 gal. (19 l) optional

Water capacity12 gal. (45.4 l)

Maximum capacity1,975 lbs. (896 kg)

Maximum capacity1,850 lbs. (840 kg)

Maximum people1

Maximum people12

Holding tank capacity - Detail4 gal. (15 l) optional

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters15.14

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal4

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all30 ft. 7 in. (9.32 m)

Larson Cabrio 220 2008 vs Larson LXi 258 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 or the Larson LXi 258 2013?

The Larson LXi 258 2013 is the longer of the two at 25,5 feet overall. The Larson Cabrio 220 2008 comes in at 22,0 feet, making it roughly 3,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 or the Larson LXi 258 2013?

For trailering, the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 has the edge at 42 lbs dry weight versus 475 lbs for the Larson LXi 258 2013. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson Cabrio 220 2008 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson LXi 258 2013 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson Cabrio 220 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Larson LXi 258 2013 is certified for 12. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Larson LXi 258 2013 measures 102" wide, compared to 101" for the Larson Cabrio 220 2008. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 or the Larson LXi 258 2013?

The Larson LXi 258 2013 has the bigger tank at 57 gallons, versus 6 gallons on the Larson Cabrio 220 2008. That 51-gallon difference translates to roughly 153–255 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 and Larson LXi 258 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 220 2008 and the Larson LXi 258 2013 are built by Larson. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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