Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 vs Larson Senza 226 I/O 2011: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 is a deep-V design and the Larson Senza 226 I/O 2011 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 LXi 292 I/O 2013 measures 29,2 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 6,9 additional feet of deck space compared to the Larson Senza 226 I/O 2011 at 22,3 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 tips the scales at 5 970 lbs - 2 120 lbs more than the Larson Senza 226 I/O 2011 at 3 850 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 Senza 226 I/O 2011 tops out at 300 hp. Engine specs for the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Larson LXi 292 I/O 2013 carries 100 gallons versus 56 gallons in the Larson Senza 226 I/O 2011. 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 Senza 226 I/O 2011 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Larson LXi 292 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 Senza 226 I/O 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Larson Senza 226 I/O 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 11 passengers and at 22,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Larson LXi 292 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.
General Boat Info
ModelLXi 292 I/O
ModelSenza 226 I/O
Model Year2013
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam9 ft. (3 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.74
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches108
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise24°
Deadrise21°
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (99.1 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91.4 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches39
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail5,970 lbs. (2,687 kg) with base engine (350 Mag)
Weight - Detail3,850 lbs. (1,746 kg) with base engine
Weight - kg2707.94
Weight - kg1746.33
Weight - lbs.5970
Weight - lbs.3850
Length - Feet29.17
Length - Feet22.25
Length overall - Detail29 ft. 2 in. (8.69 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 3 in. (6.78 m)
Length overall - Meters8.89
Length overall - Meters6.78
Length overall - Inches350
Length overall - Inches267
Body / Hull
Hull materialComposite
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (379 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal100
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardMerCruiser 5.0L
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower260 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine max300 hp
Operational Info
Water capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)
Water capacitynot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail13 gal. (47 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters49.21
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal13
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people11
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all34 ft. 9 in. (10.59 m)
Trailer - Length over all28 ft. 1 in. (8.56 m)
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailSZA 5500 DB with swing tongue