Sea Ray 210 SPX Outboard review
Yacht · 21 ft (6 m) · Netherlands
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Key specs
- Builder
- Sea Ray
- Model
- 210 SPX Outboard
- Length
- 21 ft (6 m)
- Guests
- 12
Verdict
The 210 SPX Outboard is a well-executed family bowrider that balances zippy performance, casual cruising, and watersports capability. Its outboard propulsion offers simpler maintenance and better fuel economy than the sterndrive, though the standard 150-hp engine limits top speed compared to upgraded options. With seat
Pros
- +Seating for up to 12 people across bow, cockpit, and stern sunpad
- +Outboard engine simplifies maintenance and improves fuel economy
- +8'6" beam provides generous usable space in a 21-ft hull
- +Modern helm tech: 7" Simrad touchscreen and Fusion audio with Wi-Fi
- +5-year bow-to-stern factory warranty from Sea Ray
Cons
- −Standard 150-hp engine limits top speed compared to sterndrive or upgraded outboards
- −No cabins, berths, or bathrooms; strictly a day-use bowrider
- −V-hull not ideal for rough ocean conditions
- −Fuel capacity of 37 gal may require frequent refills on longer trips
- −Upgraded engines and towers add cost quickly beyond base price
The Sea Ray 210 SPX Outboard is a reimagined 21-foot bowrider designed for families and groups seeking zippy performance and casual cruising. Its design emphasizes space efficiency, packing seating for 12 people into a compact hull with an 8'6" beam. The layout includes a bow filler cushion area, cockpit consoles, and a transom sunpad with backrest, all supported by a self-bailing cockpit and full-sized floor locker for gear. Standard tech includes a 7" Simrad touchscreen, Mercury SmartCraft Connect, and a Fusion audio system with Wi-Fi streaming.
On the water, the standard 150-hp Mercury FourStroke outboard delivers reliable performance with better fuel economy than the sterndrive variant, cruising efficiently at around 2.12 km per liter. While it planes quickly, top speed is modest compared to the 200-hp sterndrive or optional 200-hp outboard upgrades. Handling is responsive for day boating and watersports, but the 19° deadrise V-hull is not suited for rough seas, making it best for inland lakes and calm coastal waters.
Comfort and livability are strong for a day boat, with ample seating, a swim platform with optional submersible step, and digital dash monitoring. However, the absence of cabins, berths, or bathrooms limits it to short trips. Value is compelling at a base price near $66,000, especially with the 5-year warranty and outboard simplicity, though upgrades for power and towers can significantly increase cost.
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