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KISS review
Mega yacht · 88 ft (27 m) · Athens
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Key specs
- Builder
- Canados
- Model
- Custom
- Length
- 88 ft (27 m)
- Guests
- 10
- Cabins
- 4
Verdict
KISS is a classic early-1990s Canados motor yacht with solid charter credentials: 4 cabins for 10 guests, a 2019 refit, and practical amenities. It is not a modern high-tech platform, but its size, layout, and price point make it appealing for buyers or charterers prioritizing space and proven Italian build quality ove
Pros
- +10-guest layout in 4 cabins suits family or group charter use
- +2019 refit keeps the yacht more current than its 1992 launch suggests
- +Air conditioning and Wi-Fi support comfortable onboard living
- +5 crew capacity is strong for a yacht this size
- +Canados semi-displacement design offers respectable cruising ability
Cons
- −1992 build means older systems and styling versus newer yachts
- −Performance is competent rather than fast by modern standards
- −Public specs show some discrepancies across listings for year and length
- −Fuel capacity and berths are not consistently published
- −Handling and ride quality depend heavily on refit and maintenance history
KISS is a 27m Canados custom motor yacht that reflects the practical, low-slung Italian styling of the early 1990s. The design is purposeful rather than flashy, with a beam and deck plan aimed at usable outdoor and indoor space rather than the volume-maximizing layouts seen on newer yachts.
On the water, the yacht’s reported 20-knot cruising speed and 24-knot top end suggest adequate but not standout performance. With twin Detroit Diesel power and a semi-displacement configuration, it should feel more composed at cruise than agile at tight speeds, so handling is best described as steady and conventional rather than sporty.
Comfort is a strong point for a yacht of this age and size. The 4-cabin layout for 10 guests, plus air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a crew of 5, supports relaxed charter use. A 2019 refit is an important plus, though the overall onboard feel will still depend on how thoroughly the vessel has been maintained since then.
In value terms, KISS sits in a practical segment: an established brand, usable guest capacity, and refreshed charter-ready features without the premium asked for newer yachts. It is a sensible option for buyers or charter clients who value space and function, provided they accept the compromises of an older platform.
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