Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 310 2009 vs Larson Senza 206 I/O 2008: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?
Both the Larson Cabrio 310 2009 and the Larson Senza 206 I/O 2008 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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 310 2009 measures 31,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 11,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Senza 206 I/O 2008 at 20,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 310 2009 tips the scales at 10 400 lbs - 7 250 lbs more than the Larson Senza 206 I/O 2008 at 3 150 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 Senza 206 I/O 2008 tops out at 320 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 310 2009 carries 160 gallons versus 35 gallons in the Larson Senza 206 I/O 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Larson Cabrio 310 2009 at 31,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson Senza 206 I/O 2008 at 20,0 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 310
ModelSenza 206 I/O
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam10 ft. 6 in. (3.2 m)
Beam8 ft. 3 in. (2.5 m)
Beam - Meters3.2
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Inches126
Beam - Inches99
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 9 ft. 4 in. (2.84 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.84
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches112
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (83.9 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches33
Weight - Detail10,400 lbs. (4,717 kg)
Weight - Detail3,150 lbs. (1,428 kg)
Weight - kg4717.36
Weight - kg1428.81
Weight - lbs.10400
Weight - lbs.3150
Length - Meters9.44
Length - Meters6.25
Length - Feet31
Length - Feet20
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 31 ft. 0 in. (9.44 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches6
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 6 in. (6.25 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters6.25
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches246
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 - Detail35 gal. (132.5 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters605.67
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal160
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Drive typeInboard/Outboard
Engine maxnot available
Engine max320 hp
Operational Info
HeadEnclosed
Headnot available
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Headroomnot available
Water capacity46 gal. (174 l)
Water capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail37 gal. (140 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters140.06
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal37
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,500 lbs. (680 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people10