Xpress DVX175 2010 boat specs
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Xpress DVX175 2010
2010
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Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 boat specs
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Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008
2008
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Xpress DVX175 2010 vs Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Xpress DVX175 2010 is a deep-V design and the Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 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 - Xpress DVX175 2010 at 17,5 ft versus Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 at 20,0 ft. At 1 215 lbs and 1 190 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.

Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling - 115 hp for the Xpress DVX175 2010 and 115 hp for the Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 is rated for 6 passengers, while the Xpress DVX175 2010 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 6 passengers and at 20,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Xpress DVX175 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.
General Boat Info
MakeXpress
MakeXpress
ModelDVX175
ModelSV Utility Series - SV20CC
Model Year2010
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam97 in.
Beam95 in.
Beam - Meters2.46
Beam - Meters2.41
Beam - Inches97
Beam - Inches95
Deadrise15°
Deadrisenot available
Weight - Detail1,215 lbs.
Weight - Detail1,190 lbs.
Weight - kg551.11
Weight - kg539.77
Weight - lbs.1215
Weight - lbs.1190
Width [transom] - Detail80 in.
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Height - Detail29 in.
Height - Detail21 in.
Height - Meters0.74
Height - Meters0.53
Height - Inches29
Height - Inches21
Height [transom]21 in.
Height [transom]21 in.
Length - Feet17.5
Length - Feet20
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 6 in.
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in.
Length overall - Meters5.33
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inches210
Length overall - Inches240
Body / Hull
Hull materialAluminum
Hull materialAluminum
Hull thickness0.100 in.
Hull thickness0.100 in.
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detailnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Litersnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Gal30
Fuel tank capacity - Galnot available
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max115 - 150 hp (higher horsepower rating requires BayStar or SeaStar hydraulic steering option)
Engine max115 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,550 lbs.
Maximum capacity1,600 lbs.
Maximum people5 / 705 lbs.
Maximum people6 / 846 lbs.
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 0 in. (includes trailer and engine)
Trailer - Length over allPK Length: 26 ft. 0 in. (includes trailer and engine)

Xpress DVX175 2010 vs Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Xpress DVX175 2010 or the Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008?
The Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 is the longer of the two at 20,0 feet overall. The Xpress DVX175 2010 comes in at 17,5 feet, making it roughly 2,5 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer - the Xpress DVX175 2010 or the Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008?
For trailering, the Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 has the edge at 1 190 lbs dry weight versus 1 215 lbs for the Xpress DVX175 2010. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Xpress DVX175 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 5 passengers, while the Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 is certified for 6. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing - on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Xpress DVX175 2010 measures 97" wide, compared to 95" for the Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states - anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Are the Xpress DVX175 2010 and Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes - both the Xpress DVX175 2010 and the Xpress SV Utility Series - SV20CC 2008 are built by Xpress. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.