Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 vs Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 or the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008?

The Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 is the longer of the two at 59,0 feet overall. The Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 comes in at 57,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 is rated to a maximum of 1 015 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 tops out at 775 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 measures 198" wide, compared to 192" for the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007. 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 Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 or the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008?

The Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 has the bigger tank at 836 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008. That 828-gallon difference translates to roughly 2484–4140 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 and Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 and the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 are built by Marquis Yachts. 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

Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 vs Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008

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Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 vs Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 — A Close Look at Two Semi Displacements

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 and the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 are semi displacement designs with fiberglass 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?

The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 1 015 hp, the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 has a 240-hp advantage over the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007's 775-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 carries 836 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 and its 1 015-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 with its 775-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.

General Boat Info

MakeMarquis Yachts

Model55 LS

ModelMarquis? 59 ME

Model Year2007

Model Year2008

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam16 ft. (4.9 m)

Beam16 ft. 6 in. (5.03 m)

Beam - Meters4.88

Beam - Meters5.03

Beam - Inches192

Beam - Inches198

Bridge clearance - DetailWaterline to Arch: 18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail22 ft. 11 in. (7.0 m) with arch

Bridge clearance - Meters5.61

Bridge clearance - Meters6.99

Bridge clearance - Inches221

Bridge clearance - Inches275

Draft [max] - Detail59 in. (1.5 m)

Draft [max] - Detail55 in. (1.40 m)

Draft [max] - Meters1.5

Draft [max] - Meters1.4

Draft [max] - Inches59

Draft [max] - Inches55

Length - Meters17.5

Length - Meters18.14

Length - Feet57

Length - Feet59

Length - Inches4

Length - Inches6

Length [over all with swim platform]57 ft. 4 in. (17.5 m)

Length [over all with swim platform]59 ft. 6 in. (18.14 m)

Weight - Detailnot available

Weight - Detail32 tons (29 t) with fuel and water

Weight - kgnot available

Weight - kg29029.89

Weight - lbs.not available

Weight - lbs.64

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeSemi Displacement

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo Penta? D9, 500 hp

Engine/s standardVolvo Penta? D12 EVC, 715 hp

Fuel tank capacity - Detail836 gal. (3,165 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail800 gal. (3,028.32 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters3164.6

Fuel tank capacity - Liters3028.33

Fuel tank capacity - Gal836

Fuel tank capacity - Gal8

Fuel typeDiesel

Drive typePod Drive

Drive typeInboard

Engine max775 hp

Engine max1,015 hp

Operational Info

Headroom6 ft. 6 3/8 in. (2 m)

Headroom7 ft. 0 in. (2.13 m) cabin

Sleeping capacity6 (8 optional plus 1 in optional crew quarters)

Sleeping capacity6 (8 optional)

Water capacity200 gal. (757 l)

Water heater capacity20 gal. (75.7 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (379 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (300 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters378.54

Holding tank capacity - Liters302.83

Holding tank capacity - Gal1

Holding tank capacity - Gal8

Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 vs Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 or the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008?

The Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 is the longer of the two at 59,0 feet overall. The Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 comes in at 57,0 feet, making it roughly 2,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which boat can handle a bigger outboard?

The Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 is rated to a maximum of 1 015 hp, giving it the larger power ceiling. The Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 tops out at 775 hp. Keep in mind that maximum ratings are just that — matching the motor to the actual load and usage pattern usually matters more than chasing the ceiling.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 measures 198" wide, compared to 192" for the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007. 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 Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 or the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008?

The Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 has the bigger tank at 836 gallons, versus 8 gallons on the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008. That 828-gallon difference translates to roughly 2484–4140 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 and Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Marquis Yachts 55 LS 2007 and the Marquis Yachts Marquis 59 ME 2008 are built by Marquis Yachts. 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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