Matching a modified vee Scout 201 Bay Scout 2011 against a deep vee Scout 282 XSF 2013 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 Scout 282 XSF 2013 measures 28,2 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 8,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Scout 201 Bay Scout 2011 at 19,8 feet (2011). At 16 lbs and 49 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 600 hp, the Scout 282 XSF 2013 has a 375-hp advantage over the Scout 201 Bay Scout 2011's 225-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Scout 282 XSF 2013 carries 205 gallons versus 58 gallons in the Scout 201 Bay Scout 2011. 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 Scout 282 XSF 2013 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Scout 201 Bay Scout 2011 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Scout 282 XSF 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Scout 282 XSF 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 28,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Scout 201 Bay Scout 2011 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.