Larson Cabrio 240 2009 vs Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 240 2009 or the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2009 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 comes in at 23,1 feet, making it roughly 0,9 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 240 2009 or the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013?

For trailering, the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 has the edge at 31 lbs dry weight versus 575 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 240 2009. 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: How many passengers can the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 carry?

The Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 has an official capacity rating of 1 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

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

The Larson Cabrio 240 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 1" for the Larson LX 225 S I/O 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 2009 or the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2009 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 36 gallons on the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013. That 48-gallon difference translates to roughly 144–240 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson Cabrio 240 2009 and Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 240 2009 and the Larson LX 225 S I/O 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 2009 vs Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013

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Larson Cabrio 240 2009

2009

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Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013

2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson Cabrio 240 2009 vs Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson Cabrio 240 2009 and the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 are deep vee designs with fiberglass construction — 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Larson Cabrio 240 2009 at 24,0 ft versus Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 at 23,1 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 240 2009 tips the scales at 575 lbs — 544 lbs more than the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 at 31 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.

Bottom line: The Larson Cabrio 240 2009 and Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

ModelCabrio 24

ModelLX 225 S I/O

Model Year2009

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam8 ft. 4 in. (2.54 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.54

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches1

Bridge clearance - Detail7 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] - Detail34 in. (86 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Meters0.86

Draft [max] - Inches35

Draft [max] - Inches34

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

Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,406 kg) with base engine (4.3L)

Weight - kg2608.15

Weight - kg1406.14

Weight - lbs.575

Weight - lbs.31

Length - Meters7.53

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet24

Length - Feet23.08

Length - Inches7

Length - Inchesnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 24 ft. 7 in. (7.53 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 1 in. (7.03 m)

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Meters7.04

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Inches277

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull materialComposite

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail36 gal. (136 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97

Fuel tank capacity - Liters136.27

Fuel tank capacity - Gal84

Fuel tank capacity - Gal36

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

Head1

Headnot available

Headroom6 ft. 1 in. (1.86 m)

Headroomnot available

Water capacity19 gal. (72 l)

Water 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 capacity1,500 lbs. (680 kg)

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people1

Trailer Info

Trailer - Detailnot available

Trailer - DetailLX 4600 DB with swing tongue and chrome wheels

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 5 in. (7.75 m)

Larson Cabrio 240 2009 vs Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 240 2009 or the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2009 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 comes in at 23,1 feet, making it roughly 0,9 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 240 2009 or the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013?

For trailering, the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 has the edge at 31 lbs dry weight versus 575 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 240 2009. 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.

How many passengers can the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 carry?

The Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 has an official capacity rating of 1 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 1" for the Larson LX 225 S I/O 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 2009 or the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013?

The Larson Cabrio 240 2009 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 36 gallons on the Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013. That 48-gallon difference translates to roughly 144–240 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson Cabrio 240 2009 and Larson LX 225 S I/O 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 240 2009 and the Larson LX 225 S I/O 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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