Avis sur le Lagoon 43

Lagoon has kept the 43 firmly in the brand’s comfort-focused catamaran tradition: a broad platform, generous volume, and an arrangement built around easy living rather than racing manners. At 45'5" overall with a 7.69 m beam, it is clearly designed to maximize usable space, and the 1.31 m draft makes it practical for shallow cruising areas and crowded anchorages.

On the water, the Lagoon 43 should be judged as a cruising multihull, not a performance cat. The reported upwind sail area of 105 m² and twin 57 hp diesels suggest a boat that can make steady passages and handle marina work confidently, but owners should not expect sharp upwind angles or lively helm response from such a voluminous hull form. Handling is likely to be straightforward and predictable, especially under power and in close quarters.

Comfort is the boat’s strongest suit. The model’s 12-guest, 4-cabin configuration and 6-13 berth range point to strong charter and family credentials, with the wide beam giving real living space in both saloon and cockpit. The trade-off is that all this volume, plus the many option packages commonly seen on Lagoon cats, can make the final purchase price climb quickly, so value depends on how much the buyer prioritizes space and convenience over sailing performance.