The Stingray 225CR 2013 is a deep-V design and the Stingray 250LR 2012 is a modified-V design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Stingray 225CR 2013 at 22,9 ft versus Stingray 250LR 2012 at 25,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Stingray 250LR 2012 tips the scales at 4 340 lbs - 801 lbs less than the Stingray 225CR 2013 at 3 539 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 10 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.