Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 vs Larson LXi 238 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 or the Larson LXi 238 2009?

The Larson LXi 238 2009 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 21,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 or the Larson LXi 238 2009?

For trailering, the Larson LXi 238 2009 has the edge at 444 lbs dry weight versus 3 245 lbs for the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006. 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: How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Larson LXi 238 2009 is certified for 1. 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 LXi 238 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 94" for the Larson LXi 208 I/O 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.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 or the Larson LXi 238 2009?

The Larson LXi 238 2009 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 29 gallons on the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006. That 27-gallon difference translates to roughly 81–135 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 and Larson LXi 238 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 and the Larson LXi 238 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 LXi 208 I/O 2006 vs Larson LXi 238 2009

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Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006

2006

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Larson LXi 238 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 vs Larson LXi 238 2009 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 and the Larson LXi 238 2009 are modified vee designs with composite 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 LXi 238 2009 measures 23,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 21,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 at 2,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 tips the scales at 3 245 lbs — 2 801 lbs more than the Larson LXi 238 2009 at 444 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Larson LXi 238 2009 caps at 1. 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 2006 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 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 LXi 238 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeLarson

ModelLXi 208 I/O

ModelLXi 238

Model Year2006

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam7 ft. 10 in. (2.38 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.39

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches94

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise21℃

Deadrise22℃

Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (83.8 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (88.9 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches33

Draft [max] - Inches35

Weight - Detail3,245 lbs. (1,472 kg)

Weight - Detail4,440 lbs. (2,010 kg)

Weight - kg1471.91

Weight - kg2013.95

Weight - lbs.3245

Weight - lbs.444

Length - Meters6.37

Length - Meters7.16

Length - Feet2

Length - Feet23

Length - Inches9

Length - Inches6

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 9 in. (6.37 m)

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 6 in. (7.16 m)

Length overall - Meters6.32

Length overall - Meters7.16

Length overall - Inches249

Length overall - Inches282

Body / Hull

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail29 gal. (109.8 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters109.78

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Gal29

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Drive typeI/O

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,400 lbs. (635 kg)

Maximum capacity1,500 lbs. (680 kg)

Maximum people9

Maximum people1

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity12 gal. (45.4 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail20 gal. (75.7 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters75.71

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal2

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailEZ Loader

Trailer - Detailnot available

Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 vs Larson LXi 238 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 or the Larson LXi 238 2009?

The Larson LXi 238 2009 is the longer of the two at 23,0 feet overall. The Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 21,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 or the Larson LXi 238 2009?

For trailering, the Larson LXi 238 2009 has the edge at 444 lbs dry weight versus 3 245 lbs for the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006. 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.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Larson LXi 238 2009 is certified for 1. 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 LXi 238 2009 measures 102" wide, compared to 94" for the Larson LXi 208 I/O 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 LXi 208 I/O 2006 or the Larson LXi 238 2009?

The Larson LXi 238 2009 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 29 gallons on the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006. That 27-gallon difference translates to roughly 81–135 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 and Larson LXi 238 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Larson LXi 208 I/O 2006 and the Larson LXi 238 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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