Larson Cabrio 927 2012 vs Larson LXi 288 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 or the Larson LXi 288 2009?

The Larson Cabrio 927 2012 is the longer of the two at 30,4 feet overall. The Larson LXi 288 2009 comes in at 29,0 feet, making it roughly 1,4 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 or the Larson LXi 288 2009?

For trailering, the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 has the edge at 1 lbs dry weight versus 6 225 lbs for the Larson LXi 288 2009. 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 927 2012 has a documented max rating of 38 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson LXi 288 2009 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 927 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Larson LXi 288 2009 is certified for 8. 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 927 2012 measures 126" wide, compared to 108" for the Larson LXi 288 2009. 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 927 2012 or the Larson LXi 288 2009?

The Larson Cabrio 927 2012 has the bigger tank at 129 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Larson LXi 288 2009. That 128-gallon difference translates to roughly 384–640 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 and Larson LXi 288 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 and the Larson LXi 288 2009 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 927 2012 vs Larson LXi 288 2009

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Larson Cabrio 927 2012

2012

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Larson LXi 288 2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson Cabrio 927 2012 vs Larson LXi 288 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Larson Cabrio 927 2012 against a modified vee Larson LXi 288 2009 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Larson Cabrio 927 2012 at 30,4 ft versus Larson LXi 288 2009 at 29,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LXi 288 2009 tips the scales at 6 225 lbs — 6 224 lbs less than the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 at 1 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 38 hp. Engine data for the Larson LXi 288 2009 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 1 gallons in the Larson LXi 288 2009. 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 Cabrio 927 2012 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Larson LXi 288 2009 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 30,4 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson LXi 288 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

ModelCabrio 927

ModelLXi 288

Model Year2012

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam10 ft. 6 in. (3.2 m)

Beam9 ft. 0 in. (2.74 m)

Beam - Meters3.2

Beam - Meters2.74

Beam - Inches126

Beam - Inches108

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°

Deadrise24℃

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

Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99.1 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Meters0.99

Draft [max] - Inches36

Draft [max] - Inches39

Weight - Detail10,000 lbs. (4,535 kg)

Weight - Detail6,225 lbs. (2,820 kg)

Weight - kg4535.92

Weight - kg2823.61

Weight - lbs.1

Weight - lbs.6225

Length - Feet30.42

Length - Feet29

Length overall - Detail30 ft. 5 in. (9.27 m) with pulpit

Length overall - Detail29 ft. 2 in. (8.89 m)

Length overall - Meters9.27

Length overall - Meters8.89

Length overall - Inches365

Length overall - Inches35

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Meters8.89

Length - Inchesnot available

Length - Inches2

Body / Hull

Hull materialComposite

Hull materialFiberglass

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 - Detail100 gal. (379 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters488.32

Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54

Fuel tank capacity - Gal129

Fuel tank capacity - Gal1

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Horsepower38

Horsepowernot available

Operational Info

Headroom6 ft. 4 in. (1.93 m) in cabin

Headroomnot available

Water capacity28 gal. (106 l)

Water capacity12.5 gal. (47 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (106 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75.7 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99

Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71

Holding tank capacity - Gal28

Holding tank capacity - Gal2

Larson Cabrio 927 2012 vs Larson LXi 288 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 or the Larson LXi 288 2009?

The Larson Cabrio 927 2012 is the longer of the two at 30,4 feet overall. The Larson LXi 288 2009 comes in at 29,0 feet, making it roughly 1,4 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 LXi 288 2009?

For trailering, the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 has the edge at 1 lbs dry weight versus 6 225 lbs for the Larson LXi 288 2009. 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 38 hp. Engine specifications for the Larson LXi 288 2009 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 LXi 288 2009 is certified for 8. 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 108" for the Larson LXi 288 2009. 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 LXi 288 2009?

The Larson Cabrio 927 2012 has the bigger tank at 129 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Larson LXi 288 2009. That 128-gallon difference translates to roughly 384–640 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 and Larson LXi 288 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson Cabrio 927 2012 and the Larson LXi 288 2009 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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