Larson Cabrio 927 2012 boat specs
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Larson Cabrio 927 2012
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Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 boat specs
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Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006
2006
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Larson Cabrio 927 2012 vs Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Larson Cabrio 927 2012 is a deep-V design and the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably 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 927 2012 measures 30,4 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 10,4 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 at 20,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 tips the scales at 10 000 lbs - 8 224 lbs more than the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 at 1 776 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 927 2012 carries a rated maximum of 380 hp. Engine data for the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 carries 129 gallons versus 50 gallons in the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006. 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 204 O/B 2006 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 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 204 O/B 2006 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 10 passengers and at 20,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson Cabrio 927 2012 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
MakeLarson
ModelCabrio 927
ModelEscape 204 O/B
Model Year2012
Model Year2006
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. 6 in. (2.89 m) with arch 7 ft. 6 in. (2.28 m) without arch
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.9
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches114
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Deadrise19°
Deadrise17℃
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail28 in. (71.1 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches28
Weight - Detail10,000 lbs. (4,535 kg)
Weight - Detail1,776 lbs. (806 kg)
Weight - kg4535.92
Weight - kg805.58
Weight - lbs.10000
Weight - lbs.1776
Length - Feet30.42
Length - Feet20
Length overall - Detail30 ft. 5 in. (9.27 m) with pulpit
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 2 in. (6.15 m)
Length overall - Meters9.27
Length overall - Meters6.15
Length overall - Inches365
Length overall - Inches242
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters6.15
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches2
Body / Hull
Hull materialComposite
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeMerCruiser (single catalyst compliant) (mandatory in U.S. & Canada)
Engine makenot available
Engine model8.2 Mag MPI EC BIII
Engine modelnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail129 gal. (488 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters488.32
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal129
Fuel tank capacity - Gal50
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepower380
Horsepowernot available
Operational Info
Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m) in cabin
Headroomnot available
Water capacity28 gal. (106 l)
Water capacity5 gal. (19 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal28
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people10

Larson Cabrio 927 2012 vs Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 or the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006?
The Larson Cabrio 927 2012 is the longer of the two at 30,4 feet overall. The Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 comes in at 20,0 feet, making it roughly 10,4 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 or the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006?
For trailering, the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 has the edge at 1 776 lbs dry weight versus 10 000 lbs for the Larson Cabrio 927 2012. 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 927 2012 has a documented max rating of 380 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 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 927 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 is certified for 10. 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 927 2012 measures 126" wide, compared to 102" for the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006. 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 927 2012 or the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006?
The Larson Cabrio 927 2012 has the bigger tank at 129 gallons, versus 50 gallons on the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006. That 79-gallon difference translates to roughly 237–395 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 and Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 and the Larson Escape 204 O/B 2006 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.