Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Stingray 200LX 2007 vs Stingray 230SX 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Stingray 200LX 2007 vs Stingray 230SX 2006 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.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Stingray 230SX 2006 measures 22,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 20,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Stingray 200LX 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Stingray 230SX 2006 tips the scales at 3 557 lbs — 3 285 lbs less than the Stingray 200LX 2007 at 272 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 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 Stingray 230SX 2006 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Stingray 200LX 2007 at 2,0 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.
General Boat Info
Model Year2007
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92 in. (234 cm)
Beam96 in. (244 cm)
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches96
Bridge clearance - Detail47 in. (119 cm)
Bridge clearance - Detail52 in. (132 cm)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.19
Bridge clearance - Meters1.32
Bridge clearance - Inches47
Bridge clearance - Inches52
Deadrise19℃
Deadrise20℃
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (43 cm)
Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in. (51 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (79 cm)
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inches36
Weight - Detail2,720 lbs. (1,234 kg)
Weight - Detail3,557 lbs. (w/ 6.2L MPI engine)
Weight - kg1233.77
Weight - kg1613.43
Weight - lbs.272
Weight - lbs.3557
Length - Meters6.2
Length - Meters6.9
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet22
Length - Inches3
Length - Inches8
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 3 in. (6.2 m)
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 8 in. (6.9 m)
Length overall - Meters6.17
Length overall - Meters6.91
Length overall - Inches243
Length overall - Inches272
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (133 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail57 gal. (216 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters215.77
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal57
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Operational Info
Maximum people8 @ 1,545 lbs. (701 kg)
Maximum people8
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity2
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity3 gal. (11 l)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,850 lbs. (839 kg)