Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 274 2011 vs Larson Cabrio 310 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Larson Cabrio 274 2011 against a modified vee Larson Cabrio 310 2008 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Larson Cabrio 274 2011 at 28,0 ft versus Larson Cabrio 310 2008 at 31,0 ft. At 6 lbs and 104 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 400 hp, the Larson Cabrio 274 2011 has a 80-hp advantage over the Larson Cabrio 310 2008's 320-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson Cabrio 274 2011 carries 85 gallons versus 16 gallons in the Larson Cabrio 310 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Larson Cabrio 274 2011 is rated for up to 8 people. Passenger data for the Larson Cabrio 310 2008 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Larson Cabrio 310 2008 at 31,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Cabrio 274 2011 at 28,0 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
ModelCabrio 274
ModelCabrio 31
Model Year2011
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam10 ft. 6 in. (3.2 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters3.2
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches126
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 2 in. (2.13 m) without arch 9 ft. (2.74 m) with arch
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 9 ft. 4 in. (2.84 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.74
Bridge clearance - Meters2.84
Bridge clearance - Inches108
Bridge clearance - Inches112
Deadrise18°
Deadrise20℃
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches34
Weight - Detail6,000 lbs. (2,722 kg)
Weight - Detail10,400 lbs. (4,717 kg)
Weight - kg2721.55
Weight - kg4717.36
Weight - lbs.6
Weight - lbs.104
Length - Feet28
Length - Feet31
Length overall - Detail28 ft. (8.53 m) with pulpit
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters8.53
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches336
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters9.44
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 31 ft. 0 in. (9.44 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardMerCruiser 350 Mag MPI BIII
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail85 gal. (322 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail160 gal. (606 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters321.76
Fuel tank capacity - Liters605.67
Fuel tank capacity - Gal85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal16
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard/Outboard
Horsepower300 hp
Horsepowernot available
Engine max400 hp
Engine max320 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity28 gal. (106 l)
Water capacity46 gal. (174 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99
Holding tank capacity - Liters140.06
Holding tank capacity - Gal28
Holding tank capacity - Gal37
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)