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Beneteau is one of Europe’s oldest boat builders. Founded in 1884 by Benjamin Beneteau in the French port city of Croix-de-Vie, early fishing-oriented boats were designed with two goals — to be durable enough to handle the North Atlantic waters and fast enough to be first back to shore with the day’s catch. Today, Beneteau is still known for these core traits but has evolved from the builder’s early commercial-fishing roots to become one of Europe’s leading builders of recreational power and sail boats. Powerboat models include the Flyer range of day boats from 21’ – 34’, Antares outboard-powered cruisers from 24’ – 36’, Gran Turismo express cruisers from 32’ -48’, long-distance Swift Trawlers from 37’ – 48’ and the flagship 62’ Grand Trawler.Power options span from gasoline-powered outboards to gasoline and diesel-powered sterndrives, diesel inboards and Volvo Penta’s IPS Inboard Performance System.
Beneteau currently produces a variety of models divided between the day boat, cruiser, express cruiser and trawler categories.
| Boat Types | Day Boats, Cruisers, Express Cruisers, Trawlers |
|---|---|
| Hull Types | Fiberglass Planing V-hulls, Fiberglass Displacement Hulls |
| Average Length/Size | Day Boats from 21’ - 34’, Outboard-powered Cruisers from 24’ - 36’, Express Cruisers from 32’ -48’, Trawlers from 37’ - 62’ |
| Fuel Types | Gasoline, Diesel |
| Cost of New Boats | Priced near the top of the market compared to other similar boats |
| Cost of Used Boats | Priced near the top of the market compared to other similar boats |
| Activity/Usage Types | Recreational cruising; fishing; waterskiing/wakeboarding; weekend/overnighting; long-distance cruising; entertaining |
Beneteau manufacturers a variety of both power and sail boat models. The Powerboat line includes Flyer day boats from 21’ – 34’, Antares outboard-powered cruisers from 24’ – 36’, Gran Turismo express cruisers from 32’ -48’, long-distance Swift Trawlers from 37’ – 48’ and the flagship 62’ Grand Trawler.
In addition to the Beneteau line, Group Beneteau owns the Jeaneau, Prestige, Delphia, Four Winns, Wellcraft, Scarab, Glastron and Monte Carlo Yachts brands.
Builders of upscale yachts, cruisers, dayboats and fish/dive-friendly center-consoles.
A luxury-minded lineup of multi-hull motor yachts from 48’-65’ and V-hull models from 42’ – 72’.
Four Winns builds a variety of open bow sport boats, including sterndrive and outboard-powered bowriders from 20’ – 30’, hybrid deckboats from 22’ – 26’, and a Surf series from 22’ – 26’ powered by forward-facing sterndrives.
Once known for go-fast speedboats, today Wellcraft produces a line of outboard-powered center consoles from 20’ – 35’.
Scarab produces a line of performance-minded, open-bow sport boats and a single center-console, all powered by Rotax jet-propulsion engines. Models span from 16’ – 25’.
Glastron produces a broad range of bowriders, deck boats, and wake surf-specific models ranging in size from 19’ – 24. Power options include outboard, sterndrive and wake-surf-friendly, forward-facing sterndrives.
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Find the answers to frequently asked questions about Beneteau boats, including the types of boats Beneteau makes, where they’re produced and how to find a Beneteau boat that fits your needs and lifestyle.
Beneteau builds a diverse list of models, divided between the day boat, cruiser, express cruiser and trawler categories.
Powerboat models include the Flyer range of day boats from 21’ – 34’, Antares outboard-powered cruisers from 24’ – 36’, Gran Turismo express cruisers from 32’ -48’, long-distance Swift Trawlers from 37’ – 48’ and the flagship 62’ Grand Trawler.
Beneteau is headquartered in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, France. The company operates multiple factories in the country and in the United States.
Beneteau boats use a variety of engines, including single and twin gasoline outboard configurations, gasoline and diesel sterndrives, diesel inboards and Volvo Penta’s IPS (Inboard Performance System).
Beneteau offers a manufacturer’s warranty covering structural issues for 7 years and parts and labor for 3 years. For more details visit beneteau.com.
Yes, Beneteau boats are easy to maintain. Basic maintenance, including washing and waxing the fiberglass hull, keeping engine compartments clean and dry, and cleaning and using protectant on vinyl surfaces will keep a Beneteau boat looking and performing like new for years to come. Boats left in the water should have hulls cleaned yearly to remove marine growth; anti-fouling paint on submerged areas of the hull should also be applied. Follow the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule, including yearly engine service, to ensure reliable, safe operation. Factory-recommended service should be performed at an authorized Beneteau dealer.
Beneteau’s Flyer line is designed with recreational watersports — including inflatable tubing, waterskiing and wakeboarding — in mind. Beneteau’s Airstep hulls provide quick acceleration and skiing-friendly top speeds. Amenities include aft tow bars that raise the towrope over the boat’s outboard engine, easy access to aft swim platforms and deep-water reboarding ladders.
Beneteau has a vast dealer network spread over five continents. Find your local Beneteau dealer here.
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