Bayliner, a leading manufacturer of fiberglass fishing and day boats, today announced the release of the redesigned D Series deck boat. The new D Series is a sportier version of the former DX model and is expertly crafted for everything from cruising to watersports with notable smart upgrades like a sleek new hull, elevated bow, and modern exterior graphics.

The family-friendly model is loaded with standard amenities for entertaining like a swim platform, built-in cooler, 180-degree swivel helm seat, spacious bow and large rear sun pad in the aft making it ideal for full day on-water adventures.

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“This is an exciting launch for us as the redesign and enhancements for the D Series were fully based on customer feedback and demand,” said Jerry Newton, President, Venture Boat Group. “We kept customer-favorite components like the open and comfortable interior layout but really wanted to make it look as sporty and fun as it feels when you’re on it. The new exterior with the redesigned bow truly stands out on the water, is easy to handle and offers enhanced performance.”

With length options from 20 feet to 22 feet, the new models are exclusively powered by Mercury Marine propulsion, both outboard and sterndrive. Other notable features and options making this perfect for summer entertainment on the water include:

• Multi-function analog gauges with fog resistant lenses
• In-floor ski locker
• Swim platform with Telescoping ladder
• Waterproof four speaker stereo with Bluetooth capacity
• Portable head
• Cockpit refrigerator

Additionally, there are ample customization options available for the D-series including interior and exterior paint colors, lighting, tower speakers, glass Simrad screen with engine data, bow table, wireless phone charging and more to allow customers to personalize the boat to their unique needs.

Starting MSRP for the D Series is $34,815 and boating enthusiasts can get a first glimpse at all it has to offer by checking out this video. To learn more about the all-new D Series, visit bayliner.com.

About Bayliner:

Headquartered in Knoxville, Tenn., Bayliner is a recognized global leader in the fiberglass recreational boating industry. Through quality craftsmanship and a diverse product offering, Bayliner strives to make boating an accessible, affordable pastime for everyone worldwide. For more information, visit bayliner.com. Bayliner is a brand of Brunswick Corporation.

About Brunswick:

Brunswick Corporation is the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include, Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing, MerCruiser and Flite. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution and technology brands includes Mercury Parts & Accessories, Land ‘N’ Sea, Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, RELiON, Attwood and Whale. Our boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft and Quicksilver. Our service, digital and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka and a range of financing, insurance and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mettawa, IL, Brunswick has more than 17,000 employees operating in 25 countries. In 2023, Brunswick was named by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek, both for the fourth consecutive year. The Company was also named to the 2023 list of Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report and one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek. For more information, visit brunswick.com.

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Overview

The mission of Bayliner Trophy models has always been to give owners a capable boat at a ­reasonable price. That has never changed, and to prove it, Bayliner has debuted a Portuguese-built pilothouse design featuring a comfortable and dry ride even if sea conditions prove less than clement. It’s one of the five new cabin models in the Pilothouse and Explorer lines.

While pilothouse boats are common in the Northeast and Northwest US, this 23-footer would also be ideal in places such as the Great Lakes and large bodies of water in the Midwest. During my sea trial on a frosty Florida morning, I realized that the benefits of this design were not limited to Northern climes.

Interior and Accessories

The two Trophy Pilothouse models, which also include the T25 PH, are more fishing-forward than the three Explorer cabin-cruiser models, which are purpose-built more for cruising and entertaining. The most visible difference between the two lines is that the Pilothouse models have glare-reducing windshields that angle past vertical like the windows of an air traffic control tower, which gives them a rugged, ­mini-tugboat appearance compared with the Explorers, which have aft-raked windshields that lend them a sleek appearance. Both sport nearly ­vertical bows, which further cements their European lineage.

Our T23 PH test boat featured the Fish Package ($2,312), which includes port and starboard 30-gallon in-deck fish boxes, each with a pump for quick draining. Also included are toe rails, a raw-water washdown, a pair of extra rod holders, and a transom fish station with a smallish 10-gallon livewell. Thanks to the pair of flip-down bench seats in the cockpit, there’s plenty of room to move about when it’s time to fish. The bench to starboard is a $2,693 option that also comes with a ­table for expanding the T23 PH’s entertainment quotient. The minimum 27 inches of gunwale height in the cockpit allows anglers to lock in safely during a fight. Boarding from either side is easy thanks to the pair of standard swim-platform extensions with port and starboard transom walk-throughs leading to the cockpit.

The sturdy hardtop provides an excellent anchor point for the pilothouse enclosure and grants 6 feet, 6 inches of headroom. This is similar to Jeanneau’s 24-foot-11-inch NC 695 Sport Series 2 ($95,000 base boat plus pre-rig, with a 150 hp Yamaha engine). Up top are four standard rocket-launcher rod holders and a rack for securing items such as paddleboards. The bridge deck can be fully enclosed thanks to the rear sliding glass door and side windows conjoined to the top. There are two more sliding glass doors on either side for ventilation and access to the twin passageways around the enclosure. Above, there’s a slidable hatch to let a little of the outside in. One nitpick is that the tall windshield could use a couple of vents to allow more direct airflow on hot days. Access around the cabin is minimal to create maximum indoor space, and despite having a cabin, you can walk all the way forward to attend to anchor duties. An electric anchor windlass is an option ($2,511).

Because of space allocation, the cabin is tiny and barely accommodated my 5-foot-10-inch frame when laying beam-wise, but kids will love its fortlike vibe. Taller owners might consider opting for the T25 PH model, which has a far roomier cabin, but the downside might be the 9-foot-6-inch beam, which might require wide-load towing permits. Our boat came equipped with the Cabin Comfort Package ($3,883), which included berth filler cushions, curtains, a sea toilet, a cabin door, a flip-down jump seat and a front-porch light. Adding an optional refrigerator will cost an extra $1,435.

Engine

Owners can choose a 175 hp or 225 hp Mercury FourStroke outboard. These share the same 3.4L V-6 powerhead. The upcharge for the additional 50 ponies is $3,220. With the max power option, our test boat planed in 3.8 seconds and accelerated to 30 mph in 8.2 seconds, even with five well-fed Americans on board. Top speed? 42.2 mph. Superb visibility comes from the tall windshield with a standard starboard-side windshield wiper. I felt most comfortable standing because of the throttle position: It’s mounted on a pedestal on the dash instead of being the usual side-mounted binnacle, made impossible due to the glass sides.

Read Next: Bayliner Trophy T24CC

The T23 PH proves easy to operate thanks to standard features such as Active Trim, which automatically sets the boat’s running attitude. Its happiest cruise speed? Around 30 mph, with the engine running at 4,500 rpm and burning 10.3 gallons per hour. At this speed, the inclinometer showed that it was running at 5 degrees bow-up, which inspired a confidence that it was resistant to wave stuffing and, along with being enclosed, added to the feeling that I was driving a bigger boat than its 23-foot-7-inch length would indicate. Its moderate 17 degrees of deadrise meant that when cranked over in a hard turn, it heeled over, but not to extremes.

With the T23 PH, fishing couples can cruise to their favorite fishing spot, throw out the anchor, watch the sunset, retire, then wake up at dawn in position for the morning bite.

How We Tested

• Engine: Mercury 225
• Drive/Prop: Outboard/Mercury Enertia 16″x17″ 3-blade stainless-steel
• Gear Ratio: 1.85:1 Fuel Load: 45 gal. Crew Weight: 950 lb.

High Points

• A four-speaker Fusion stereo comes standard.
• The tall transom makes a great place to lean against while fighting a fish in rough water.
• The bridge-deck sliding doors have large bolts that keep them securely open or shut as needed.  

Low Points 

• The flip-down cockpit bench seats have overly large metal grab handles that protrude into the cockpit, creating bumping hazards.   
• The livewell lid could use friction hinges or a dam to keep it partially open when grabbing a bait. 
• A trim-tab option would help level the ride when the human payload is unevenly balanced. 

Pricing and Specs

Speed, Efficiency, Operation

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Editor’s Note: Boating was granted special early access to these boats, and our Certified Tests will be published in the coming weeks.

Bayliner Boats, a Brunswick Corporation brand, today announced the addition of five new models to its award-winning Trophy lineup. Both the Pilothouse and Explorer series, originally part of the company’s European offering, will be making their North America debut under Bayliner’s flagship Trophy lineup.

“We are thrilled to officially introduce the widely successful Pilothouse and Explorer models to the North American market,” said Benoit Verley, President, Venture Group. “The preliminary feedback from consumers, dealers and partners has been incredibly positive, and we are confident these models will fill a gap in the cabin-style category and exceed the needs of our customers. We look forward to introducing more consumers throughout many of the 2024 boat shows, as well as seeing the models on the water for the 2024 boating season.”

Trophy T23 and T25 Pilothouse

New to the Bayliner North American fleet, the cabin-style Pilothouse is available in 23’ and 25’ are equipped with fishing-focused features and a design intended to spend a full day on the water enabling passengers to switch the vessel from day-to-night mode. Noteworthy standard fishing features, include a dedicated fishing station with livewell system and cutting board; a large fish locker with oxygenated water system and raw water washdown; high freeboards for optimal safety when fishing. Entertaining and comfort standard features, include a slightly asymmetrical cabin with full walkaround and three access sliding doors; spacious fishing cockpit that doubles as a dining area with aft and starboard flip seats; onboard hosting amenities, including a galley with sink, refrigerator, portable stove and sea toilet; ergonomic helm station with space for optional technology upgrades. Consumers can upgrade their models with premium, fishing and comfort packages.

Trophy T23, T25 and T29 Explorer

Providing a full range of 23’ to 29’, the Explorer series is designed to be the ultimate family-friendly model offering a full suite of standard amenities for comfort onboard. Noteworthy features, include a foredeck with opening hatch that can be converted to a large sun lounge; ergonomic helm with mounting space for a 9” GPS/Chart plotter; walkway to the bow area and a sliding cabin entry door; Versatile cockpit area suitable for cruising and dining or sunbathing with easy deployable sun lounge and water access; fully equipped galley with sink, recessed storage and optional stove and refrigerator; enclosed cabin with a fully equipped bathroom and sleeping quarters. Consumers can upgrade their models with premium technology and comfort features.

Read Next: Walkaround vs Pilothouse

All five models will make their boat show debut at the Seattle Boat Show, February 2-10, 2024. The model will be available for purchase across select locations within the Bayliner dealer network, and you can learn more about the models online by visiting, bayliner.com.

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Overview

The Element M19’s ride is stable, its handling and layout are passenger-friendly, the boat is easy to tow and stow, and it proves inexpensive to purchase and is miserly on fuel. This new flagship of the Element series doesn’t deviate significantly from the path of encouraging new boaters. It does expand the M line, replacing the long-running E18 while introducing updated looks and seating.

The M hull pairs the benefits of a center V with twin sponsons port and starboard. The result is minimal bow rise and a relatively flat cornering style that won’t unnerve newcomers. A minimal 1-foot-5-inch draft also proves practical and easy. 

Interior and Accessories

Carrying its beam well forward, the topside amenities include a spacious bow cockpit, allowing two to stretch out or a crew of five to gather around an optional table. A center bow cushion and backrest can also create a rear-facing seat. Rather than the Element’s trademark bench to accommodate the captain and crew at the helm, the M19 debuts a helm seat with a flip-up bolster. Opposite, a companion seat molds into the deck and features a removable backrest. Drop the filler cushion in the footwell between the seat and console to create additional bench seating. Likewise, insert a filler aft and link the seat to the rear lounge.

The M19 also introduces a convertible aft lounge. Slide the movable backrests of the port and starboard sun pads fore or aft to change the focus from seating split 50-50 between the cockpit and swim platform to forward- or aft-facing lounges. Still in prototype at the time of our test, the backrest features a topside handle that allows seatbacks to reposition into any of four mounting slots. Add a central filler to the walkway and fashion a wide sun pad or recliner.

Engine

Our test boat featured only a 115 hp Mercury outboard but still topped out near 40 mph. The hull jumped onto plane in 3.6 seconds, and passed the 30 mph mark in 7.1 seconds. Equally important to the target ownership will be fuel efficiency. We found the cruising sweet spot at 3,500 rpm, where the Element ran comfortably atop the water at 21.5 mph while burning a minimal 3 gph.

How We Tested

• Engine: Mercury 115
• Drive/Prop: Outboard/Mercury 14.29″ x 23″ 4-blade stainless steel
• Gear Ratio: 2.07:1 Fuel Load: 18 gal. Crew Weight: 340 lb.

High Points

• Standard folding tongue trailer, ski pylon and stainless-steel boarding ladder.
• Available fishing package comes with a livewell and bow trolling motor.
• A 6-foot-long ski locker with a big hatch swallows boards and bulky gear.
• Choose a wraparound windshield with a walk-through, and helm-only or helm and port console windscreens.

Low Points

• Steering wheel is plastic but feels solid.
• Handle with care; exposed fastener hardware protrudes below hatch lids.
• Seat padding is comfortable but minimal in thickness.

Toughest Competitor

Starcraft’s 191 OB ($42,943 with a Mercury 115 ELPT) gains bow space from a squared-off design that retains a generous bow platform. Opposite the helm, a small galley incorporates a forward-facing backrest for bow seating and an aft-facing backrest for the cockpit. A bench spans the transom width, broken up by a starboard walk-through. 

Pricing and Specs

Speed, Efficiency, Operation

Bayliner – Knoxville, Tennessee; 865-582-2200; bayliner.com

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We’ve tested a number of Bayliner boats, including several in the Element series. That’s why we were excited to learn of this debut of the new Element M19. At a time when many new boaters are entering the ranks of those who enjoy the world’s best outdoor activity, its pleasing to see new boats that are affordable for a wide swath of the public.

“Inclusive” is the word that Bayliner uses–as do other boatbuilders-to identify boats priced below that level of many others in the market. A lower price includes more potential buyers.

If it gets more people out on the water, experiencing boating and boat ownership, we are all for it.

Look for our reveiw of the M19 coming soon. In the meantime, check out the following release from Bayliner:

Building on its award-winning M Series, Bayliner unveiled the all-new M19 at the Miami International Boat Show. The M19 joins the M Series lineup of the M15 and M17 delivering the stability and versatility the series is known for with a focus on expanding boater participation through its intuitive design, ease of maintenance and inclusive price point.

With an overall length of 19 feet and starting at $30,995, the M19 is built on an improved M-hull foundation offering increased stability and automotive style handling for familiarity to appeal to the next generation of boaters. The M19 features an upgraded nine-person capacity and is watersports capable for a full day of adventure on the water.

From bow to stern, the M19 offers new enhancements, including:

• A lightweight design for easy storage, trailering and handling
• Adjustable aft lounger for anchored sun-soaking
• Bucket-style helm seat for maximum comfort
• Simple, intuitive controls and maximum built-in storage at the helm
• Nook-style cockpit and convertible portside seating
• Premium stitched upholstery and fixtures
• Molded-in storage, including roomy sub-floor ski locker
• Stainless-steel telescoping boarding ladder for easy swim access

Additionally, the M19 is powered by a standard 90HP Mercury Marine outboard engine offering award-winning performance and reliability and offers a 115HP as optional.

“The M Series represents a strategic focus for Bayliner, and the M19 is the next evolution of the lineup setting the stage for innovative design and consumer value in its category,” said Benoit Verley, President, Brunswick Venture Group. “We are thrilled to be expanding the series at the largest boat show on the U.S. circuit and introducing consumers to the Bayliner difference enabling confidence, comfort and fun at the helm.”

The M19 will be make its US debut at the Miami International Boat Show at exhibit # MB1744, and in support of the brand’s mission to connect with the next generation of diverse boaters, Bayliner is partnering with the Jetsetting Family to launch the M19 highlighting the intuitive, user-friendly features of the model. The Jetsetting Family will be on-site in Miami to share their experience with the M19, and you can view additional content across their social channels at instagram.com/thejetsettingfamily/.

To learn more about the all-new Element M19, visit: bayliner.com.

About Bayliner: Headquartered in Knoxville, Tenn., Bayliner is a recognized global leader in the fiberglass recreational boating industry. Through quality craftsmanship and a diverse product offering, Bayliner strives to make boating an accessible, affordable pastime for everyone worldwide. For more information, visit bayliner.com. Bayliner is a brand of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC).

About Brunswick: Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never RestsTM”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers,and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future.

Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include, Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing and MerCruiser. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution, and technology brands includes Mercury Parts & Accessories, Land ‘N’Sea, Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, RELiON, Attwood and Whale. Our boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft and Quicksilver. Our service, digital and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka and a range of financing, insurance, and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mettawa, IL, Brunswick has more than 18,500 employees operating in 29 countries. In 2022, Brunswick was named by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek, both for the third consecutive year. For more information, visit brunswick.com.

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Kevin Falvey, Editor-in-Chief of Boating Magazine, visited his hometown of New York, New York with his two daughters aboard the Bayliner Trophy T24CC. Where the Hudson meets the Atlantic Ocean, the waters are loaded with fish. The Falvey family spent the day fishing in front of some of the most iconic landmarks in the world – the Statue of Liberty, the Coney Island amusement park, the Freedom Tower, and more. Ride along as they prove the fishability, versatility and performance on open water of this Bayliner in the Big Apple!

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Overview

The Bayliner T24CC we tested was well-equipped for less than $80,000. Its 23-degree-deadrise hull cut through Charlotte Harbor’s wind-driven 2-foot chop and stood up to the thrashing it dished out. The firmly mounted fiberglass T-top, one of the most prominent options on the boat, shaded us nicely without shuddering under the turbulence. Its fishing cockpit was wide, deep and roomy, and the bow area featured plenty of fishing space, with removable seating cushions for day tripping.

Interior and Accessories

The list of standards on the T24CC was long, including a canvas T-top with rod holders, a raw-water washdown, dual batteries with switch, a stereo and more. Options such as a freshwater washdown in the cockpit and on the transom and upgraded horsepower are reasonably priced.

You can upgrade the 225 with manual controls to a 300 hp digital motor for $12,125, or get a midrange upgrade to the manual 250 for just $3,600. Power steering is $860.

The features on this boat are impressive, and the T24CC held up well under deeper scrutiny. 

In the fishing cockpit, we had a standard 15-gallon livewell with an acrylic lid. We tossed in several dozen shrimp and a few pinfish to try our luck in the harbor. While the fish were not cooperating, the boat did. We drifted the baits across a man-made structure called Alligator Reef, which shows on the harbor map about 7 miles south of the Ponce De Leon Park launch ramp. When the shrimp did little for us, we switched to plugs and jigs, and trolled them along the reef line. The deep-V hull held its ground in the sharp crosswind; had the tides been rising or falling instead of slack, the cockpit would’ve provided a perfect place to carry on the battle. The T24CC has deep gunwales and a non-skid deck for good footing. A transom seat can be stowed while still offering padding for the thighs in a tough fight. Two rod holders in each gunwale and four shotgun rod holders keep rods secure and in action. The T-top adds four holders to keep extras ready should they be needed. Two fish boxes lay along the deck to port and starboard, and the large insulated boxes are ideal for handling big fish and keeping them fresh on ice.

At the bow, stow the seating cushions and deep-drop to the reef. Two rod holders assist in rigging. You can stand on the cockpit sole in rougher water or get up on the nonskid seating bulkheads for a higher angle. Below the bulkheads, stow life jackets or other gear. In the center of the deck, there’s a deep locker for storage or fish.

The hull design is one Bayliner once called “cab forward,” which stretches the beam forward farther than most center-consoles and accommodates the broader-than-normal seating arrangements. While the bow area is wider, the bottom stem is still sharp to cleave waves and make the ride comfortable, even in choppy seas.  

If you plan to bottomfish, add at least the bow anchor roller for a nominal fee or the windlass at less than $2,000. There’s an optional cocktail table to convert the area to a picnic area.

Beneath the center console, a roomy compartment can be equipped with a head and also used as a changing room—two essential options for family fun.

Engine

The power-steering option is worthwhile for any power configuration, and I would choose it. The digital throttle and shift, only available with the 300 hp motor, is worth it for the upgrade of the motor alone. At the helm, there is room for dual Simrad 12-inch displays, and a more economical option of single or dual 9-inch displays. Sonar, GPS, embedded charting and more are standard with the Simrad systems. 

The Sea Chaser 24 HFC is comparably sized but comes in at a substantially higher price. Typically powered with dual engines, it’s maximum horsepower is 350, and it is built with a portside boarding door that some boaters love and others never find cause to open. According to Sea Chaser’s website, it comes standard with premium manual Teleflex throttle and shift control cables rather than digital controls, which, as in the T24CC, are optional, depending on motor selection.

The T24CC has a base price less than $65,000 with a strong standard features list. At just $80,000, the equipment list expands considerably, and the horsepower boosts to 300 with digital controls. Is the T24CC a good buy? After our test, we decided it was not only a lot of boat for the money, but also a boat that made one ask, “Why should I spend more?”

Read Next: 2022 Bayliner Element M17

How We Tested

• Engine: Mercury 225
• Drive/Prop: Outboard/14.75″ x 17″ 3-blade Stainless Steel
• Gear Ratio: 1.75:1 Fuel Load: 50 gal. Water on Board: 0 gal. Crew Weight: 450 lb.

High Points

• Colored hullsides are standard.
• Features include finished hatch undersides, through-bolted fittings and fixtures, and a rugged, powder-coated T-top frame. 
• Layout blends fishing and comfort with little compromise. 

Low Points

• White motors are not available as options.
• We’d like to see a set of rod holders in the bow gunwales.

Pricing and Specs

Speed, Efficiency, Operation

Bayliner Boats – Knoxville, Tennessee; bayliner.com

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We got onboard the brand-new Bayliner Trophy Series T24CC launched at the 2022 Miami International Boat Show. Watch the video for all of the details and an inside look. To learn more about the Trophy Series T24CC including MSRP and see their full lineup, visit Bayliner Boats.

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Building on the successful Element Series and its strategy to increase boater participation, Bayliner announced the launch of the Element M17, the next iteration of its award-winning Element series. Bayliner’s Element M15, which launched in 2020, was recently named among the 2021 Boating Industry’s Top Products Awards.

With an overall length of 17 feet and starting at an inclusive price of $18,995, the Element M17 is built on the same foundation that has defined the Element Series models offering smooth handling and on-water accessibility to appeal to the next generation of boaters. The Element M17 features an upgraded seven-person capacity with ample space throughout the helm and cockpit, as well as options for fishing and water sports activities.

From bow to stern, the Element M17 features:

• A rounded M-hull transition for a smooth and enjoyable ride
• Premium upholstery with detailed stitching and color-matched piping
• Ample storage at the helm and transom storage with non-slip texture
• Nine integrated cupholders and USB ports for comfort and convenience

Additionally, the Element M17 is powered by a standard 60HP Mercury Marine outboard engine offering award-winning performance and reliability, or optional 75HP or 90HP.

Read Next: Our Test of the Bayliner Element F18

“The Element Series represents a thoughtful combination of quality and intuitive design touchpoints providing a pathway for increased boater participation,” said Corey Duke, General Manager. “We’re thrilled to be adding to our award-winning lineup with the Element M17 offering our consumers additional capacity as we continue to lead the marketplace in offering superior performance at an accessible and inclusive price point – all with the goal of making the on-water experience easy, relaxed and incredibly fun.”

The Element’s standard pricing structure is inclusive of the boat, trailer, and a 60HP engine. Three optional upgrade packages with a focus on convenience and a seamless customer purchasing experience are also available, including:

• “M Sport” package – includes a 6-foot Bimini top, automatic bilge pump, stereo, snap cover, and ski tow pylon for water sports
• “M Comfort” package – includes “M Sport” options plus bow filler cushions, bow block off, stainless steel upgrade, and portside lounge seat with cupholders
• “M Fish” package – includes an aerated livewell, fish finder, bow casting platform and seat, and a trolling motor bracket

The Element M17 will be on display for the first time at the Annapolis Boat Show and the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in October. To learn more about the all-new Element M17, click here.

About Bayliner

Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Bayliner is a recognized global leader in the fiberglass recreational boating industry. Through quality craftsmanship and a diverse product offering, Bayliner strives to make boating an accessible, affordable pastime for everyone worldwide. For more information, visit bayliner.com. Bayliner is a brand of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC).

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Overview

The evolution of Bayliner’s Element Series continues with the introduction of the M15, a new entry-level deck boat that features a more open cockpit design and upgraded upholstery, with a starting price below $14,000 including a trailer. Despite being a foot shorter and nearly a foot narrower than the E16—the original Element—the M15 feels larger because it does away with the space-eating rear playpen and fiberglass dividers between seating areas. Moving the helm seat to the aft bench also creates more usable space in the cockpit. A major evolution is the integrated swim platform, which gives the boat a more graceful sheerline and creates a one-level back porch that’s perfect for key-off lounging facing rearward. Bring on that sunset!

Engine

The standard engine is a three-cylinder Mercury FourStroke 40 EFI, but upgrading to the four-cylinder Mercury FourStroke 50 EFI we ran during our test is a recommended option ($775) that pushed its top speed to a respectable 31.3 mph. The M15′s M-hull gives it admirable side-to-side stability, with 17 degrees of deadrise at the stern to help mitigate the chop. The hull also provides lots of lift, which helped it get on plane in 5.7 seconds and also allowed it to stay on plane at only 14.5 mph. The angular outer sponsons push back during hard turns to reduce inward lean.

Interior and Accessories

The few available options are bundled to make choosing a setup easy. Buyers could select the bare-bones E Package, but they should fork over an extra $1,050 to upgrade to the EX Package, which includes the choice of black or red hull color, a Jensen 120-watt AM/FM MP3 stereo, a 500 gph bilge pump, a mooring cover, and a Bimini top with boot. For another $525, the EXL Package builds on the EX Package by adding SeaDek padding to the cockpit sole and swim platform, a digital depth finder, and a bow filler cushion to create a sunning platform.

Bayliner Boats’ newest entry-level model accomplishes the mission of delivering great value and fun in an easily trailerable package.

How We Tested

• Engine: Mercury FourStroke 50 EFI
• Drive/Prop: Outboard/10.25″ x 13″ 3-blade aluminum
• Gear Ratio: 1.83:1 Fuel Load: 5 gal. Crew Weight: 425 lb.

High Points

• Open cockpit design maximizes seating options for up to five passengers.
• Excellent side-to-side stability at rest.
• Integrated swim platform gives it a more refined look.
• Fun to drive and economical to run.

Low Points

• Nonadjustable helm seat is comfortable for most drivers, but not all.
• Absence of a bow cleat makes anchoring more difficult.
• No Bayliner ski-tow option, but dealers can offer aftermarket solutions.

Toughest Competitor

Check out Tahoe’s T16 ($19,995) with a Mercury 60 FourStroke, Kicker two-speaker stereo, single-axle powder-coated galvanized trailer, depth sounder, speedometer with fuel gauge and trim switch, and bilge pump.

Pricing and Specs

Speed, Efficiency, Operation

Bayliner Boats – Knoxville, Tennessee; 865-971-6311; bayliner.com

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