Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 boat specs
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Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013
2013
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Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 boat specs
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Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 vs Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009: Which Pontoon Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 and the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 measures 27,4 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,4 additional feet of deck space compared to the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 at 24,0 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 tips the scales at 3 500 lbs - 550 lbs more than the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 at 2 950 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 150 hp for the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 and 150 hp for the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 carries 30 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 is rated for 17 passengers, while the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 caps at 14. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Both are 23-tube and 23-tube pontoon designs respectively. Tube diameter and gauge affect stability and load capacity - more so than most buyers realize when comparing on paper.

Bottom line: Choose the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 17 passengers and at 27,4 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 14 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakePremier Boats
MakePremier Boats
ModelIntrigue 275
ModelSunSation LTD 250 RE
Model Year2013
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam8 ft. 6 in.
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Weight - Detail3,250 lbs. (2 tubes) 3,350 lbs. (3 tubes) 3,500 lbs. (36 in. PTX)
Weight - Detail2,400 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,800 lbs. (3 tubes) 2,950 lbs. (36 in. PTX)
Weight - kg1587.57
Weight - kg1338.1
Weight - lbs.3500
Weight - lbs.2950
Length [deck]27 ft.
Length [deck]24 ft. 0 in.
Length - Feet27.42
Length - Feet24
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 5 in.
Length overall - Detail24 ft. 4 in.
Length overall - Meters8.36
Length overall - Meters7.42
Length overall - Inches329
Length overall - Inches292
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches4
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull typePontoon
Hull typePontoon
Hull thicknessnot available
Hull thickness.090 gauge (with .100 nosecones)
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter27 in.
Tube diameter25 in.
Number of tubes2 or 3
Number of tubes2 or 3
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max150 hp (2 tubes) 300 hp (3 tubes) 350 hp (36 in. PTX) 400 hp (36 in. PTX twin)
Engine max150 hp (2 tubes) 250 hp (3 tubes) 300 hp (36 in. PTX)
Operational Info
Maximum capacity3,165 lbs. (2 tubes) 3,890 lbs. (3 tubes) 4,100 lbs. (36 in. PTX / PTX Twin)
Maximum capacity2,600 lbs. (2 tubes) 2,950 lbs. (3 tubes) 3,950 lbs. (36 in. PTX)
Maximum people17 (2 tubes) 18 (3 tubes) 23 (36 in. PTX) 19 (36 in. PTX twin)
Maximum people14 (2 tubes) 15 (3 tubes) 17 (36 in. PTX)

Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 vs Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 or the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009?
The Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 is the longer of the two at 27,4 feet overall. The Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 comes in at 24,0 feet, making it roughly 3,4 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 or the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009?
For trailering, the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 has the edge at 2 950 lbs dry weight versus 3 500 lbs for the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 17 passengers, while the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 is certified for 14. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing - on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?
Both the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 and Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 share an 8 ft. 6 in. beam - meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank - the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 or the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009?
The Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 has the bigger tank at 30 gallons, versus 23 gallons on the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013. That 7-gallon difference translates to roughly 21–35 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 and Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Premier Boats Intrigue 275 2013 and the Premier Boats SunSation LTD 250 RE 2009 are built by Premier Boats. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.