Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Premier Boats 235 Escapade 2005 vs Premier Boats Alante 231 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Premier Boats 235 Escapade 2005 vs Premier Boats Alante 231 2010 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 235 Escapade 2005 at 23,0 ft versus Premier Boats Alante 231 2010 at 23,0 ft. At 235 lbs and 265 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 Premier Boats Alante 231 2010 tops out at 140 hp. Engine specs for the Premier Boats 235 Escapade 2005 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Premier Boats Alante 231 2010 carries 28 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Premier Boats 235 Escapade 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
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 235 Escapade 2005 and Premier Boats Alante 231 2010 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
Model235 Escapade
ModelAlante 231
Model Year2005
Model Year201
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 - Detail2,050 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,500 lbs. (3 tubes) 2,650 lbs. (36 in. PTX)
Weight - kg1065.94
Weight - kg1202.02
Weight - lbs.235
Weight - lbs.265
Length [deck]22 ft. 8 in
Length [deck]22 ft. 0 in
Length - Feet23
Length - Feet23
Length - Inches5
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 5 in
Length overall - Detail23 ft. 0 in
Length overall - Meters7.14
Length overall - Meters7.01
Length overall - Inches281
Length overall - Inches276
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter25 in
Tube diameter25 in
Tube gauge.09
Tube gaugenot available
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2 or 3
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard120 hp (2 tubes) 200 hp (3 tubes) 225 hp (PTX)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail28 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters105.99
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal28
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Engine maxnot available
Engine max140 hp (2 tubes) 200 hp (3 tubes) 225 hp (36 in. PTX)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity2,413 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,488 lbs. (3 tubes)
Maximum capacity2,400 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,750 lbs. (3 tubes / 30 in. PTX) 3,150 lbs. (36 in. PTX)
Maximum people12
Maximum people12 (2 tubes) 14 (3 tubes) 16 (36 in. PTX)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typenot available
Hull typePontoon