Matching a modified vee Sea Chaser 170 BR 2010 against a deep vee Sea Chaser 230 LX 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 Sea Chaser 230 LX 2013 measures 22,8 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 6,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Sea Chaser 170 BR 2010 at 16,5 feet (2010). At 154 lbs and 245 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 250 hp, the Sea Chaser 230 LX 2013 has a 135-hp advantage over the Sea Chaser 170 BR 2010's 115-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Sea Chaser 230 LX 2013 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Sea Chaser 170 BR 2010 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Sea Chaser 230 LX 2013 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Sea Chaser 230 LX 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 22,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Sea Chaser 170 BR 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 5 that costs less to run day-to-day.