Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 310 2009 vs Larson Cabrio 370 Day Cruiser 2008 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson Cabrio 310 2009 and the Larson Cabrio 370 Day Cruiser 2008 are modified 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson Cabrio 370 Day Cruiser 2008 measures 36,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 5,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Cabrio 310 2009 at 31,0 feet (2009). At 104 lbs and 168 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 Larson Cabrio 370 Day Cruiser 2008 tops out at 420 hp. Engine specs for the Larson Cabrio 310 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson Cabrio 370 Day Cruiser 2008 carries 266 gallons versus 16 gallons in the Larson Cabrio 310 2009. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Larson Cabrio 370 Day Cruiser 2008 at 36,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Cabrio 310 2009 at 31,0 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 31
ModelCabrio 370 Day Cruiser
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. 6 in. (3.2 m)
Beam13 ft. 0 in. (3.96 m)
Beam - Meters3.2
Beam - Meters3.96
Beam - Inches126
Beam - Inches156
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 9 ft. 4 in. (2.84 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 9 ft. 9 in. (2.97 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.84
Bridge clearance - Meters2.97
Bridge clearance - Inches112
Bridge clearance - Inches117
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise22℃
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (102 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches4
Weight - Detail10,400 lbs. (4,717 kg)
Weight - Detail16,800 lbs. (7,620 kg)
Weight - kg4717.36
Weight - kg7620.35
Weight - lbs.104
Weight - lbs.168
Length - Meters9.44
Length - Meters11.3
Length - Feet31
Length - Feet36
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 31 ft. 0 in. (9.44 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 36 ft. 11 in. (11.3 m)
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches11
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail160 gal. (606 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail266 gal. (1,006.9 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters605.67
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1006.92
Fuel tank capacity - Gal16
Fuel tank capacity - Gal266
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Engine maxnot available
Engine max420 hp
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Water capacity46 gal. (174 l)
Water capacity57 gal. (251 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters140.06
Holding tank capacity - Liters132.49
Holding tank capacity - Gal37
Holding tank capacity - Gal35
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity6