Sessa Marine C38 Rivals

Which yacht is best for you? As always, it’s all about personal choice. Some people choose their yacht based on its power credentials and the planing hull of the C38 delivers speeds of up to 36 knots.

Accommodation

The Sessa Marine C38 offers a versatile accommodation layout that caters to both day boating enthusiasts and those who may occasionally seek overnight or weekend getaways. Additionally, its maximum guest capacity of four ensures there's ample space for a small group of friends or family, making it suitable for day outings with the possibility of occasional overnight or weekend use. Conversely, some of its rivals like the Sessa Marine C35, Sea Ray 400 and Bavaria Yachts SR33 with their simpler one cabin configurations may be better suited for day boating enthusiasts who prioritize open-water adventures and occasional overnight escapes.

Performance

When it comes to cruising speed, the Sessa Marine C38 delivers a steady 35 knots and can't keep up with its faster competitors such as the Formula Boats 37 with an impressive cruising speed of knots or the Windy Boats W39 with a respectable cruising speed of 40 knots. The Sessa Marine C38 emphasizes stability and comfort over outright speed, catering to a different set of priorities. On the other hand, for those not in a hurry the Sessa Marine C35, with the slowest cruising speed of 27 knots, emphasizes stability and comfort over outright speed and enjoying the journey over the destination.

Unique Characteristics

Each yacht also brings unique features to the forefront. The Windy Boats W39 impresses with its extensive range of 353 nautical miles, ideal for long voyages. The Formula Boats 37 and Bavaria Yachts SR33 all feature shallow drafts for yachts of this size, allowing them to navigate waters inaccessible to deeper vessels. The Windy Boats W39 focuses on performance and efficiency, with a cruising speed of 40 knots. Meanwhile, the Formula Boats 37 offers the best raw performance, with a maximum speed of 49 knots.

Summary

Despite stiff competition, the Sessa Marine C38 stands out with notable features and design elements. These yachts cater to a wide range of preferences and needs, making the choice a matter of personal taste and specific requirements in the world of luxury yachting.

When considering a new (or indeed used) yacht, it’s certainly important to wonder about the alternatives in the Sessa Marine Cruiser Line range or indeed its competitors. Browse our hand-picked selection of 11 competing models.

Sessa Marine C38

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  • LOA 11.7m
  • Cabins 2
  • Max Speed 36 Knots

C38 Rival Yachts to Consider

Sessa Marine

C38 (Mk1)

11.7m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2009 - 2018

Formula Boats

37 Performance Cruiser

11.71m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2002 - 2022

Jeanneau

Leader 36 (Mk3)

11.62m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
from 2019

Windy Boats

W39 Camira

12.27m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2014 - 2020

Jeanneau

Leader 40 (Mk3)

12.33m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2019 - 2021

Fairline

Targa 40 (Mk2)

12m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2023

Regal Boats

36 Grande Coupé

11.35m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2020

Sessa Marine

C3X-IB

11.33m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2022

Sea Ray

SLX 400

12.04m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2017

Bavaria Yachts

SR33

11.4m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2023

Sessa Marine

C35 (Mk2)

11.3m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2020 - 2021