Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
MasterCraft CSX 220 2008 vs MasterCraft X-Star 2011: A Close Look at Two Modified-V Boats
Both the MasterCraft CSX 220 2008 and the MasterCraft X-Star 2011 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - MasterCraft CSX 220 2008 at 21,0 ft versus MasterCraft X-Star 2011 at 22,3 ft. At 4 300 lbs and 4 250 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class - either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
Both boats are rated for 12 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The MasterCraft CSX 220 2008 and MasterCraft X-Star 2011 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeMasterCraft
MakeMasterCraft
Model Year2008
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in.
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inchesnot available
Depth - DetailTransom: 33 in. Amidship: 43.5 in.
Depth - Detail28 in. (0.7 m) transom 32 in. (0.8 m) amidship
Depth - Centimeters111.76
Depth - Centimeters81.28
Depth - Inches43.5
Depth - Inches32
Draft [max] - Detail28 in.
Draft [max] - Detail28 in. (0.7 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Inches28
Draft [max] - Inches28
Weight - Detail4,300 lbs.
Weight - Detail4,250 lbs. (1,928 kg)
Weight - kg1950.45
Weight - kg1927.77
Weight - lbs.4300
Weight - lbs.4250
Height - DetailTow Bar Height to Waterline: 7 ft. 4 in.
Height - Detail107 in. (2.7 m) standard tower to lowest point on keel
Height - Meters2.24
Height - Meters2.72
Height - Inches88
Height - Inches107
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet22.25
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]23 ft. 8 in.
Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 5 in. (7.4 m)
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 5 in.
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 3 in. (6.8 m)
Length overall - Meters6.53
Length overall - Meters6.78
Length overall - Inches257
Length overall - Inches267
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail100 in. (2.54 m) amidship
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail57 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail53 gal. (200 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters215.77
Fuel tank capacity - Liters200.63
Fuel tank capacity - Gal57
Fuel tank capacity - Gal53
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard
Engine makenot available
Engine makeIndmar, Ilmore
Engine modelnot available
Engine modelIndmar: MCX 5.7 l 350 CID V-8, 312 hp (230 kW) Indmar: L96 6.0 l V-8, 386 hp (284 kW) Indmar: LSA 6.2 l V-8, 537 hp (395 kW) Ilmore: 5.7 l V-8, 325 hp (239 kW) Ilmore: 6.0 l V-8, 386 hp (284 kW) Ilmore: 6.2 l V-8, 436 hp (321 kW)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,595 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,770 lbs. (803 kg)
Maximum people12
Maximum people12
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all27 ft. 5 in. w/ Swing Away Tongue Folded: 25 ft. 9 in.
Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 5 in. (7.7 m) 24 ft. (7.3 m) swing away tongue
Trailer - WeightTandem-axle: 1,250 lbs.
Trailer - Weight1,240 lbs. (563 kg)
Trailer - WidthTandem-axle: 102 in.
Trailer - Widthnot available