
Sea Ray 220 Sunsporter SSE-Test
Yacht · 23 ft (7 m) · Nieuwpoort
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- Sea Ray
- Modell
- 220 Sunsporter SSE
- Länge
- 23 ft (7 m)
- Gäste
- 10
Urteil
The 2005 Sea Ray 220 Sunsporter SSE is a well-sized family day boat with good build quality, a stable hull, and enough power for spirited cruising and watersports. Its strengths are versatility, seating for 10, and easy handling; its limits are the lack of enclosed cabin space and modest overnight comfort.
Vorteile
- +Seats up to 10 for day use
- +Stable 21° deep-V hull
- +Good performance with 240-260 hp options
- +Compact length is easier to trailer and dock
- +Useful standard equipment like GPS and autopilot
Nachteile
- −No enclosed cabin or berths
- −Limited overnight livability
- −Fuel capacity is modest for long-range cruising
- −Aging 2005 model may need upkeep
- −Comfort depends heavily on weather and seat layout
The Sea Ray 220 Sunsporter SSE is best understood as a premium 23-foot day boat rather than a cruiser. Public specifications place it around 23 to 23.5 feet long with an 8.5-foot beam, a 10-person capacity, and a 21-degree deadrise, which gives it a sensible balance of interior space and hull shape for family outings and casual watersports.[1][2][6]
On the water, the 220’s stern-drive setup and 240-260 hp engine range point to lively, usable performance rather than outright speed. The hull and weight figures suggest it should feel relatively composed for its size, with enough reserve power for towing, quick acceleration, and moderate chop, while remaining manageable at the dock and on a trailer.[1][2][5]
Comfort is the main tradeoff. This configuration has no enclosed cabin, no berths, and no real overnight capability, so it works as a social platform for daytime use only. The listed air conditioning and wifi are unusual for a boat of this size and year, but the core livability story is still open-deck seating and limited shelter rather than true yacht-style accommodation.
In value terms, the 220 Sunsporter SSE makes sense for buyers prioritizing Sea Ray styling, build quality, and a versatile runabout layout over cabin amenities. It is strongest as a coastal family boat or lakeside entertainer, and less compelling if the goal is extended cruising or sleeping aboard.


