Matching a modified vee Weldcraft Marine 18 Renegade 2012 against a deep vee Weldcraft Marine 202 Rebel 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 Weldcraft Marine 202 Rebel 2013 measures 22,4 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 4,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Weldcraft Marine 18 Renegade 2012 at 18,1 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Weldcraft Marine 202 Rebel 2013 tips the scales at 165 lbs — 141 lbs less than the Weldcraft Marine 18 Renegade 2012 at 24 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 225 hp, the Weldcraft Marine 18 Renegade 2012 has a 25-hp advantage over the Weldcraft Marine 202 Rebel 2013's 200-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 42 gal and 42 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 Weldcraft Marine 202 Rebel 2013 at 22,4 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Weldcraft Marine 18 Renegade 2012 at 18,1 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.