Matching a deep vee Larson LX 216 S Cuddy 2013 against a modified vee Larson LX 710 I/O 2011 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 216 S Cuddy 2013 measures 20,5 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,4 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson LX 710 I/O 2011 at 17,1 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LX 216 S Cuddy 2013 tips the scales at 309 lbs — 105 lbs more than the Larson LX 710 I/O 2011 at 204 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 LX 710 I/O 2011 tops out at 135 hp. Engine specs for the Larson LX 216 S Cuddy 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson LX 710 I/O 2011 carries 23 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Larson LX 216 S Cuddy 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 LX 216 S Cuddy 2013 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Larson LX 710 I/O 2011 caps at 7. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Larson LX 216 S Cuddy 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Larson LX 216 S Cuddy 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 20,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson LX 710 I/O 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.