Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Premier Boats 225 Legend RE 2005 vs Premier Boats SunSation LTD 225 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Premier Boats 225 Legend RE 2005 vs Premier Boats SunSation LTD 225 2008 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Premier Boats 225 Legend RE 2005 at 22,0 ft versus Premier Boats SunSation LTD 225 2008 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Premier Boats 225 Legend RE 2005 tips the scales at 235 lbs — 213 lbs more than the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 225 2008 at 22 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 Premier Boats SunSation LTD 225 2008 tops out at 140 hp. Engine specs for the Premier Boats 225 Legend RE 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.
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 Premier Boats 225 Legend RE 2005 and Premier Boats SunSation LTD 225 2008 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
MakePremier Boats
MakePremier Boats
Model225 Legend RE
ModelSunSation LTD 225
Model Year2005
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam8 ft. 6 in
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail1,980 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,350 lbs. (3 tubes)
Weight - Detail1,900 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,200 lbs. (3 tubes)
Weight - kg1065.94
Weight - kg997.9
Weight - lbs.235
Weight - lbs.22
Length [deck]22 ft. 0 in
Length [deck]22 ft. 0 in
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches9
Length - Inches4
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 4 in
Length overall - Meters6.93
Length overall - Meters6.81
Length overall - Inches273
Length overall - Inches268
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in
Tube diameter25 in
Tube gauge.09
Tube gaugenot available
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard120 hp (2 tubes) 175 hp (3 tubes) 200 hp (PTX)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max140 hp (2 tubes) 200 hp (3 tubes/30 in. PTX)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,272 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,347 lbs. (3 tubes)
Maximum capacity2,460 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,875 lbs. (3 tubes)
Maximum people12
Maximum people12 (2 tubes) 14 (3 tubes)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness0.090 gauge (with 0.100 nosecones)
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon