Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson Cabrio 370 2008 vs Larson SEi 180 Ski Fish I/O 2008 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson Cabrio 370 2008 and the Larson SEi 180 Ski Fish I/O 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 2008 measures 36,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 19,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson SEi 180 Ski Fish I/O 2008 at 17,0 feet (2008). At 168 lbs and 265 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 420 hp, the Larson Cabrio 370 2008 has a 195-hp advantage over the Larson SEi 180 Ski Fish I/O 2008's 225-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 370 2008 carries 266 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Larson SEi 180 Ski Fish 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 370 2008 at 36,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Larson SEi 180 Ski Fish I/O 2008 at 17,0 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 37
ModelSEi 180 Ski Fish I/O
Model Year2008
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam13 ft. 0 in. (3.96 m)
Beam7 ft. 9 in. (2.36 m)
Beam - Meters3.96
Beam - Meters2.36
Beam - Inches156
Beam - Inches93
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 9 ft. 9 in. (2.97 m)
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.97
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches117
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise22℃
Deadrise21℃
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (102 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (78.7 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches4
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detail16,800 lbs. (7,620 kg)
Weight - Detail2,650 lbs. (1,202 kg)
Weight - kg7620.35
Weight - kg1202.02
Weight - lbs.168
Weight - lbs.265
Length - Meters11.3
Length - Meters5.33
Length - Feet36
Length - Feet17
Length - Inches11
Length - Inches6
Length [over all with swim platform]With Pulpit: 36 ft. 11 in. (11.3 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 6 in. (5.33 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters5.33
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches21
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail266 gal. (1,006.9 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1006.92
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Gal266
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Drive typeI/O
Engine max420 hp
Engine max225 hp
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Headroomnot available
Sleeping capacity6
Sleeping capacitynot available
Water capacity57 gal. (251 l)
Water capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters132.49
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal35
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,100 lbs. (499 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people6