Larson Cabrio 310 2011 vs Larson Escape 254 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 or the Larson Escape 254 2008?

The Larson Cabrio 310 2011 is the longer of the two at 31,0 feet overall. The Larson Escape 254 2008 comes in at 25,0 feet, making it roughly 6,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 or the Larson Escape 254 2008?

For trailering, the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 has the edge at 104 lbs dry weight versus 465 lbs for the Larson Escape 254 2008. 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson Cabrio 310 2011 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson Escape 254 2008 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson Cabrio 310 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Larson Escape 254 2008 is certified for 12. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

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

The Larson Cabrio 310 2011 measures 126" wide, compared to 102" for the Larson Escape 254 2008. 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 310 2011 or the Larson Escape 254 2008?

The Larson Escape 254 2008 has the bigger tank at 59 gallons, versus 16 gallons on the Larson Cabrio 310 2011. That 43-gallon difference translates to roughly 129–215 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 and Larson Escape 254 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 and the Larson Escape 254 2008 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 310 2011 vs Larson Escape 254 2008

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Larson Cabrio 310 2011

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Larson Escape 254 2008

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson Cabrio 310 2011 vs Larson Escape 254 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Larson Cabrio 310 2011 against a modified vee Larson Escape 254 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Larson Cabrio 310 2011 measures 31,0 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 6,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Escape 254 2008 at 25,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Escape 254 2008 tips the scales at 465 lbs — 361 lbs less than the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 at 104 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 Cabrio 310 2011 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Larson Escape 254 2008 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson Escape 254 2008 carries 59 gallons versus 16 gallons in the Larson Cabrio 310 2011. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Larson Escape 254 2008 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 caps at 9. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson Escape 254 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson Escape 254 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 25,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson Cabrio 310 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 9 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

ModelCabrio 31

ModelEscape 254

Model Year2011

Model Year2008

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam10 ft. 6 in. (3.2 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters3.2

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches126

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 4 in. (2.84 m) with arch

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.84

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches112

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise20°

Deadrise16℃

Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (86.4 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91.4 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.86

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inches34

Draft [max] - Inches36

Weight - Detail10,400 lbs. (4,717 kg)

Weight - Detail4,650 lbs. (2,110 kg)

Weight - kg4717.36

Weight - kg2109.2

Weight - lbs.104

Weight - lbs.465

Length - Feet31

Length - Feet25

Length overall - Detail31 ft. (9.44 m) with pulpit

Length overall - Detail25 ft. 1 in. (7.65 m)

Length overall - Meters9.45

Length overall - Meters7.65

Length overall - Inches372

Length overall - Inches301

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters7.65

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches1

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardMerCruiser 5.0L MPI BIII

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail160 gal. (606 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail59 gal. (223 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters605.67

Fuel tank capacity - Liters223.34

Fuel tank capacity - Gal16

Fuel tank capacity - Gal59

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Drive typeInboard/Outboard

Horsepower260 hp

Horsepowernot available

Engine max320 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m) in cabin

Headroomnot available

Water capacity46 gal. (174 l)

Water capacity12 gal. (45.4 l)

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 capacity2,100 lbs. (953 kg)

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people12

Larson Cabrio 310 2011 vs Larson Escape 254 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 or the Larson Escape 254 2008?

The Larson Cabrio 310 2011 is the longer of the two at 31,0 feet overall. The Larson Escape 254 2008 comes in at 25,0 feet, making it roughly 6,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 or the Larson Escape 254 2008?

For trailering, the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 has the edge at 104 lbs dry weight versus 465 lbs for the Larson Escape 254 2008. 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Larson Cabrio 310 2011 has a documented max rating of 320 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson Escape 254 2008 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson Cabrio 310 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Larson Escape 254 2008 is certified for 12. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Larson Cabrio 310 2011 measures 126" wide, compared to 102" for the Larson Escape 254 2008. 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 310 2011 or the Larson Escape 254 2008?

The Larson Escape 254 2008 has the bigger tank at 59 gallons, versus 16 gallons on the Larson Cabrio 310 2011. That 43-gallon difference translates to roughly 129–215 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 and Larson Escape 254 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 310 2011 and the Larson Escape 254 2008 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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