Sunseeker 88 Yacht Rivals

Which yacht is best for you? As always, it’s all about personal choice. Some people choose a yacht on its characteristics (incidentally the 88 has won 1 award, most recently for "Best Exterior Design (24-30m)"). Some people choose their yacht based on its power credentials and the planing hull of the 88 delivers speeds of up to 28 knots. Some may even choose their yacht based upon features such as: vast main deck salon designed for living, four cabins, 28knot performance and impressive flybridge deck.

Accommodation

If accommodating guests overnight is your main concern, then the Sunseeker 88 which offers well-appointed accommodation for up to 8 guests with its 4 cabin layout option does not match its rivals. Many of its competitors including the Pearl Yachts 82 and Azimut 26M offer slightly more guest accommodation sleeping up to 10 guests in 5 cabins, making them better choices for those seeking to maximise the number of family and friends they can sleep onboard. However, for maximum comfort for the owner, the 88 features a full-beam master cabin with an en-suite bathroom, hull side windows and a walk-in wardrobe and all cabins have dedicated en-suite bathrooms for family or guest convenience. Equivalently, the Sunseeker 88 and Sunseeker 86 also offer 4 cabins, but with facilities for 8 guests, however they still offer an exceptional level of comfort for family vacations.

Performance

When it comes to cruising speed, the Sunseeker 88 has been designed for those not in a hurry, with the slowest cruising speed of the group at 20 knots and a top speed of 28 knots. The Sunseeker 88 emphasizes stability and comfort over outright speed and its target audience will be those who enjoy the journey over the destination. The title for the fastest cruising speed goes to the Pearl Yachts 82 which has an impressive cruising speed of 24 knots powered by its twin 1,650hp MAN V12-1650 engines and can reach a top speed of 32 knots. This is closely followed by the Princess Y80 with a notable cruising speed of 25 knots and top speed of 32 knots.

Unique Characteristics

Each yacht also brings unique features to the forefront. The Sirena Yachts 88 impresses with its extensive range of 2,100 nautical miles, ideal for long voyages. The Gulf Craft 90 and Azimut 26M all feature shallow drafts for yachts of this size, allowing them to navigate waters inaccessible to deeper vessels. The Princess Y85 focuses on performance and efficiency, with a cruising speed of 30 knots. Meanwhile, the Pearl Yachts 82 offers the best raw performance, with a maximum speed of 32 knots. The Gulf Craft 90 has an impressive gross tonnage of 160GT, the largest of the competitors here.

Summary

Despite stiff competition, the Sunseeker 88 Yacht 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 Sunseeker Yacht range or indeed its competitors. Browse our hand-picked selection of 21 competing models.