Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Starcraft Marine 230 MDX 2021 vs Starcraft Marine Sport Runabout 185 I/O Ski Fish 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Starcraft Marine 230 MDX 2021 vs Starcraft Marine Sport Runabout 185 I/O Ski Fish 2013 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.
The Starcraft Marine Sport Runabout 185 I/O Ski Fish 2013 tops out at 220 hp. Engine specs for the Starcraft Marine 230 MDX 2021 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Starcraft Marine 230 MDX 2021 carries 44 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Starcraft Marine Sport Runabout 185 I/O Ski Fish 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 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 Starcraft Marine 230 MDX 2021 at 27,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Starcraft Marine Sport Runabout 185 I/O Ski Fish 2013 at 18,2 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.
Measurements / Dimensions
Length overall - Detail27.00 ft
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 2 in
Length - Feet27
Length - Feet18.17
Length overall - Meters8.23
Length overall - Meters5.54
Length overall - Inches324
Length overall - Inches218
Beamnot available
Beam90 in
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters2.29
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches9
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Detail33 in
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Centimeters83.82
Depth - Inchesnot available
Depth - Inches33
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,550 lbs
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg703.07
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.155
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail76 in
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Gal44
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel tank capacity - Liters166.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Engine makenot available
Engine makeMercruiser
Engine modelnot available
Engine model3.0 MPI Alpha
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Drive typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max220 hp
Operational Info
Boat typePower
Boat typenot available
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,200 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people8
General Boat Info
Makenot available
MakeStarcraft Marine
Modelnot available
ModelSport Runabout 185 I/O Ski Fish
Model Yearnot available
Model Year2013
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Trailer Info
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight2,765 lbs