Larson Cabrio 240 2007 vs Larson LSR 2000 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 240 2007 or the Larson LSR 2000 2013?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2007 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Larson LSR 2000 2013 comes in at 20,1 feet, making it roughly 3,9 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 240 2007 or the Larson LSR 2000 2013?

For trailering, the Larson LSR 2000 2013 has the edge at 245 lbs dry weight versus 575 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 240 2007. 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 240 2007 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson LSR 2000 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 240 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Larson LSR 2000 2013 is certified for 8. 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 Cabrio 240 2007 measures 102" wide, compared to 92" for the Larson LSR 2000 2013. 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 240 2007 or the Larson LSR 2000 2013?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2007 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 19 gallons on the Larson LSR 2000 2013. That 65-gallon difference translates to roughly 195–325 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson Cabrio 240 2007 and Larson LSR 2000 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 240 2007 and the Larson LSR 2000 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 240 2007 vs Larson LSR 2000 2013

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Larson Cabrio 240 2007

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson Cabrio 240 2007 vs Larson LSR 2000 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Larson Cabrio 240 2007 against a deep vee Larson LSR 2000 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 Cabrio 240 2007 measures 24,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 3,9 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson LSR 2000 2013 at 20,1 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 240 2007 tips the scales at 575 lbs — 330 lbs more than the Larson LSR 2000 2013 at 245 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 240 2007 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Larson LSR 2000 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 Cabrio 240 2007 carries 84 gallons versus 19 gallons in the Larson LSR 2000 2013. 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 LSR 2000 2013 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson Cabrio 240 2007 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson LSR 2000 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson LSR 2000 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 20,1 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson Cabrio 240 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

ModelCabrio? 24

ModelLSR 2

Model Year2007

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 - Detailw/Arch: 7 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℃

Deadrise21°

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

Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Inches35

Draft [max] - Inches31

Weight - Detail5,750 lbs. (2,608 kg)

Weight - Detail2,450 lbs. (1,111 kg) with base engine (3.0L)

Weight - kg2608.15

Weight - kg1111.3

Weight - lbs.575

Weight - lbs.245

Length - Meters7.53

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet24

Length - Feet20.08

Length - Inches7

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 7 in. (7.53 m)

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 1 in. (6.12 m)

Length overall - Meters7.49

Length overall - Meters6.12

Length overall - Inches295

Length overall - Inches241

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull materialComposite

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail19 gal. (72 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97

Fuel tank capacity - Liters71.92

Fuel tank capacity - Gal84

Fuel tank capacity - Gal19

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeInboard/Outboard

Drive typeI/O

Engine max320 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Headroom6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m)

Headroomnot available

Water heater capacity19 gal. (72 l)

Water heater capacitynot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal12

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people8

Trailer Info

Trailer - Detailnot available

Trailer - DetailLSR 3000 DB with swing tongue, chrome wheels and diamond plated fenders

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 4 in. (6.9 m)

Larson Cabrio 240 2007 vs Larson LSR 2000 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 240 2007 or the Larson LSR 2000 2013?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2007 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Larson LSR 2000 2013 comes in at 20,1 feet, making it roughly 3,9 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 240 2007 or the Larson LSR 2000 2013?

For trailering, the Larson LSR 2000 2013 has the edge at 245 lbs dry weight versus 575 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 240 2007. 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 240 2007 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson LSR 2000 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 240 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 7 passengers, while the Larson LSR 2000 2013 is certified for 8. 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 Cabrio 240 2007 measures 102" wide, compared to 92" for the Larson LSR 2000 2013. 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 240 2007 or the Larson LSR 2000 2013?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2007 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 19 gallons on the Larson LSR 2000 2013. That 65-gallon difference translates to roughly 195–325 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson Cabrio 240 2007 and Larson LSR 2000 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 240 2007 and the Larson LSR 2000 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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