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BALI catamarans 5.4-Test
Catamaran · 55 ft (17 m) · City of Coron
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- BALI catamarans
- Modell
- 5.4
- Länge
- 55 ft (17 m)
- Gäste
- 10
- Kabinen
- 5
Urteil
The Bali 5.4 is a spacious, charter-friendly cruising catamaran that prioritizes open-plan living and easy access over sporty sailing. It suits crews who value comfort, deck volume and relaxed passagemaking more than sharp upwind performance.
Vorteile
- +Very large usable living areas with open saloon and forward cockpit layout
- +Strong accommodation for 10 guests across 5 cabins
- +Good tankage and systems support extended cruising or charter use
- +Shallow draft suits anchorages and coastal cruising
Nachteile
- −Heavier cruising catamaran, so sail performance is not especially lively
- −Open layout can reduce privacy compared with more traditional catamarans
- −Wide beam makes marina berths and close-quarters maneuvering less convenient
- −Best suited to relaxed cruising rather than spirited windward sailing
The Bali 5.4 stands out for its design philosophy: maximum usable space, a big social deck plan and direct flow between cockpit, saloon and foredeck. Public specifications place it around 55 ft overall with a very wide beam and shallow draft, which explains the exceptional volume and charter appeal. The trade-off is a more substantial, less nimble feel than lighter performance-oriented cats.
On the water, the boat is built for stable cruising rather than fast sailing. Reviews and listings consistently point to twin diesel power, moderate sail area and a comparatively heavy displacement, so acceleration and upwind efficiency are not its main strengths. Handling is generally straightforward for a yacht of this size, but docking and tight-quarters work still require care because of the beam.
Comfort is the Bali 5.4’s biggest advantage. Five cabins for 10 guests on this version is a strong fit for charter or large-family use, and the open-plan layout makes the boat feel larger than its length suggests. Storage, tankage and onboard livability are well aligned with coastal cruising and longer stays aboard.
In value terms, the model is compelling if the priority is space per foot and guest comfort. Buyers paying for sailing sharpness may find better alternatives, but those looking for a practical, highly livable cruising catamaran will see why the Bali 5.4 remains popular.
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