Both the Premier Boats Grand Isle 250 RF 2011 and the Premier Boats Intrigue 250 2008 are pontoon designs, both built in aluminium, 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 - Premier Boats Grand Isle 250 RF 2011 at 26,3 ft versus Premier Boats Intrigue 250 2008 at 24,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Premier Boats Grand Isle 250 RF 2011 tips the scales at 3 200 lbs - 500 lbs more than the Premier Boats Intrigue 250 2008 at 2 700 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 250 hp, the Premier Boats Grand Isle 250 RF 2011 has a 100-hp advantage over the Premier Boats Intrigue 250 2008's 150-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 29 gal and 30 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 15 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 Grand Isle 250 RF 2011 at 26,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Premier Boats Intrigue 250 2008 at 24,0 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.