Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Monterey 254FS 2010 vs Monterey 320SY 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a modified vee Monterey 254FS 2010 against a deep vee Monterey 320SY 2012 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 Monterey 320SY 2012 measures 33,8 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 7,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Monterey 254FS 2010 at 26,6 feet (2010). At 52 lbs and 132 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 425 hp, the Monterey 254FS 2010 has a 105-hp advantage over the Monterey 320SY 2012's 320-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Monterey 320SY 2012 carries 18 gallons versus 8 gallons in the Monterey 254FS 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Monterey 320SY 2012 at 33,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Monterey 254FS 2010 at 26,6 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model Year201
Model Year2012
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam10 ft. 10 in. (3.3 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters3.3
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches13
Bridge clearance - DetailWithout Arch: 5 ft. 5 in. (1.65 m) With Arch Lowered: 6 ft. 5 in. (1.96 m) With Arch: 8 ft. 2 in. (2.5 m)
Bridge clearance - DetailWith Arch: 10 ft. 2 in. (3.1 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.49
Bridge clearance - Meters3.1
Bridge clearance - Inches98
Bridge clearance - Inches122
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise17℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail26 in. (66 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail30 in. (76.2 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.66
Draft [drive up] meters0.76
Draft [drive up] inches26
Draft [drive up] inches3
Draft [max] - Detail41 in. (104.1 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (101.6 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters1.04
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inches41
Draft [max] - Inches4
Weight - Detail5,200 lbs. (2,359 kg)
Weight - Detail13,200 lbs. (5,987 kg)
Weight - kg2358.68
Weight - kg5987.41
Weight - lbs.52
Weight - lbs.132
Length - Feet26.58
Length - Feet33.83
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 7 in. (8.1 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]33 ft. 10 in. (10.3 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail80 gal. (302.8 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail180 gal. (681.3 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters302.83
Fuel tank capacity - Liters681.37
Fuel tank capacity - Gal8
Fuel tank capacity - Gal18
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeInboard
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Engine max425 hp (316.9 kW)
Engine maxT-320 hp (T-223.7 kW)
Operational Info
Water capacity15 gal. (56.8 l)
Water capacity42 gal. (159 l)
Holding tank capacity - DetailManual: 12 gal. (45.42 l) Vacu-Flush: 9 gal. (34.06 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail28 gal. (105.99 l)
Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42
Holding tank capacity - Liters105.99
Holding tank capacity - Gal12
Holding tank capacity - Gal28
Headroomnot available
Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.91 m)
Water heater capacitynot available
Water heater capacity6 gal. (22.7 l)