Matching a deep vee Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 against a modified vee Larson LXi 208 I/O 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 LX 195 S I/O 2013 measures 20,1 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 18,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2008 tips the scales at 3 245 lbs — 3 000 lbs less than the Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 at 245 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 LXi 208 I/O 2008 tops out at 270 hp. Engine specs for the Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2008 carries 29 gallons versus 19 gallons in the Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013. 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 LXi 208 I/O 2008 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson LX 195 S I/O 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.