Motorboat Saver Riviera 24 270hp review
Yacht · 26 ft (8 m) · Syracuse
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Key specs
- Builder
- Saver
- Model
- Riviera 24
- Length
- 26 ft (8 m)
- Guests
- 8
Verdict
The Saver Riviera 24 is a compact Italian cruiser that pairs a workable family layout with a lively single-engine sterndrive package. It is strongest as a day-boat and short-cruise platform, with decent cockpit space, sensible accommodation for its size, and performance that should feel brisk rather than relaxed.
Pros
- +Compact cruiser layout fits day trips and weekend use
- +Single inboard/sterndrive package is simple and performance-oriented
- +Berths and enclosed head make short overnights possible
- +Beam and hull form should keep it manageable in marinas
Cons
- −Interior volume is limited compared with larger 24–26 ft cruisers
- −Single-engine sterndrive setup is less efficient than modern alternatives
- −Fuel and water capacity are modest for extended cruising
- −Comfort for 8 guests is realistic for day use, not full-time overnighting
The Saver Riviera 24 is an Italian-built open cruiser with a fiberglass monohull, typically around 7.25–7.35 m long and 2.55–2.60 m wide, depending on year and listing. Its proportions favor a sporty profile and practical cockpit-first layout rather than a large-cabin design, which is consistent with the model’s role as a compact family cruiser and day boat.
With the common MerCruiser 5.0 MPI/260 hp-type installation, the Riviera 24 should deliver lively acceleration and enough reserve for planing with a small group on board. Public listings show sterndrive propulsion and reported cruising speeds in the low 20-knot range, with top-end performance varying by engine version, load, and condition. Handling should be predictable and easy to manage, especially at marina speeds, while the single-engine setup keeps systems straightforward.
Comfort is typical of the class: one cabin, a head on many examples, and berths for short stays, but not generous standing space or long-cruise storage. The boat is best viewed as an efficient weekender for couples or a small family, with usable cockpit social space and enough shelter below for overnighting. Value is strongest when the boat is well maintained, because the design remains attractive and functional, but buyers should be realistic about modest tankage and the compromises of a 24-foot cruiser.
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