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bavaria cruiser 45-Test
Sailing yacht · 47 ft (14 m) · Bibinje
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- bavaria
- Modell
- bavaria cruiser 45
- Länge
- 47 ft (14 m)
- Gäste
- 10
- Kabinen
- 4
Urteil
A spacious, well-finished cruiser with strong charter appeal, the Bavaria Cruiser 45 favors interior volume and easy family cruising over sporty sailing. It is a practical 45-footer with predictable handling, good tankage and flexible layout choices, though some sailors will want more performance and sharper helm feel.
Vorteile
- +Large cockpit and generous interior volume for a 47 ft cruiser
- +Flexible 4-cabin, 3-head charter-friendly layout
- +Good tankage and practical systems for extended cruising
- +Stable, predictable behavior under sail and power
Nachteile
- −Not a lightweight performance yacht; acceleration and pointing are modest
- −Standard 55 hp engine can feel only adequate for the displacement
- −Wide beam and cruising hull form reduce sporty helm feedback
- −Interior joinery and finish are more functional than luxurious
The Bavaria Cruiser 45 is a straightforward modern cruiser built around space, easy movement and charter utility. At about 14.27 m overall with a wide 4.35 m beam, it delivers the volume expected of a 45-footer, and the 2014 version is commonly seen with three or four cabins depending on configuration. The deck layout and large cockpit suit relaxed coastal cruising and charter turnover more than aggressive passagemaking.
Under sail, it is designed for stable, predictable behavior rather than speed-focused performance. Reports describe it as capable of comfortable cruising speeds and respectable passage-making, but the boat is not especially light or lively compared with more performance-oriented yachts of the same length. The standard Volvo Penta diesel is adequate for routine harbor work and motoring in flat water, though some owners prefer a larger engine option for extra reserve.
Accommodation is one of the Cruiser 45’s strongest points. The interior is notably roomy for the class, with a practical galley, decent tankage, and a layout that works well for families or charter groups. For a 10-guest, 4-cabin version, livability is a clear advantage, especially for short-to-medium cruises where berth count and storage matter more than premium finishes.
Overall value is solid if the buyer wants a dependable, spacious cruising yacht with broad charter appeal. It offers a lot of boat for the money, but sailors prioritizing sailing feel, sharper performance or more refined materials may find better alternatives elsewhere.


