Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 285 2013 vs Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson Cabrio 285 2013 and the Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 are deep vee designs with composite 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson Cabrio 285 2013 measures 28,1 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 8,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 at 20,1 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 285 2013 tips the scales at 665 lbs — 420 lbs more than the Larson LX 195 S I/O 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.
Both boats are rated for 8 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Larson Cabrio 285 2013 at 28,1 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 at 20,1 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 285
ModelLX 195 S I/O
Model Year2013
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)
Beam7 ft. 8 in. (2.33 m)
Beam - Meters2.69
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches106
Beam - Inches92
Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 2 in. (2.8 m) with arch 7 ft. 10 in. (2.39 m) without arch
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.79
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches11
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise20°
Deadrise21°
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detail6,650 lbs. (3,016 kg) with base engine (350 Mag)
Weight - Detail2,450 lbs. (1,111 kg) with base engine (3.0L)
Weight - kg3016.39
Weight - kg1111.3
Weight - lbs.665
Weight - lbs.245
Length - Feet28.08
Length - Feet20.08
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 1 in. (8.57 m) with pulpit
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 1 in. (6.12 m)
Length overall - Meters8.56
Length overall - Meters6.12
Length overall - Inches337
Length overall - Inches241
Body / Hull
Hull materialComposite
Hull materialComposite
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail76 gal. (287.7 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail19 gal. (72 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters287.69
Fuel tank capacity - Liters71.92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal76
Fuel tank capacity - Gal19
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m) in cabin
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 capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people8
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailLX 3000 DB with swing tongue & chrome wheels
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 4 in. (6.90 m)