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dufour 37 review
Sailing yacht · 37 ft (11 m) · Saint-Raphaël
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Key specs
- Builder
- dufour
- Model
- dufour 37
- Length
- 37 ft (11 m)
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 2
Verdict
The Dufour 37 is a modern, easy-to-handle 37-footer that balances cruising comfort with enough sailing ability to stay engaging. It is strongest as a family cruiser or couples’ yacht, though buyers seeking pure speed or maximum interior volume may find alternatives more compelling.
Pros
- +Modern hull with wide beam and good cockpit volume
- +Easy to sail short-handed with self-tacking jib and balanced handling
- +Bright, contemporary interior with practical two-cabin option
- +Strong cruising amenities for its size, including decent tankage and outdoor space
Cons
- −Not a pure performance boat; speed comes after comfort and ease of use
- −Standard configuration is better suited to cruising than racing
- −Draft and displacement make marina and shallow-water planning important
- −Value depends heavily on options, which can raise the final price quickly
The Dufour 37 is a contemporary family cruiser from Umberto Felci’s design office, with a chined hull, wide beam, and a layout that favors cockpit space and interior light. It is offered in two- and three-cabin versions, and the two-cabin version is the better fit when a couple or six-person charter group wants larger common areas and a more generous head.
On the water, the boat is set up for straightforward handling rather than maximum sportiness. A self-tacking jib, fractional rig, and moderate sail plan make it manageable for short-handed crews, while the hull form and beam give it stable, predictable behavior in normal cruising conditions. It should reward relaxed cruising and mixed-wind sailing more than aggressive point-to-point racing.
Inside, the Dufour 37 emphasizes livability with a light interior, practical storage, and a layout aimed at comfortable coastal cruising. Tankage and propulsion are in line with the size of the boat, and the cockpit-focused lifestyle is a clear strength. As a package, it offers good overall value if the buyer prioritizes modern design, ease of use, and comfortable cruising over outright sailing performance.
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