Amels 180 (2012 - 2020) 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 180 has won a staggering 4 awards, most recently for "Mediation / Science"). Some people choose their yacht based on its power credentials and the displacement hull of the 180 delivers speeds of up to 15 knots.

Accommodation

If your priority is guest accommodation then the Amels Amels 180 offers well-appointed accommodation for up to 12 guests with its 6 cabin layout option. Most of its rivals, including the Amels Amels 171 and Sanlorenzo 52Steel, share the same 12 guest sleeping capacity, making them excellent choices for those seeking to enjoy their yachting experience with family and friends. The Amels 180 benefits from a master cabin with an en-suite bathroom, a dressing room and a study is a standout and all cabins have dedicated en-suite bathrooms for family or guest convenience. The Riva 50Metri and Heesen 50m, although designed for slightly smaller groups of 10 guests in 5 cabins, still offer an exceptional level of comfort for family or group getaways.

Performance

When it comes to cruising speed, the Amels Amels 180 has been designed for those not in a hurry, with the slowest cruising speed of the group at 13 knots and a top speed of 15 knots. The Amels Amels 180 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 Heesen 50m Aluminium Semi-Displacement which has an impressive cruising speed of 21 knots powered by its twin 3,433hp MTU 16V 4000 M65L engines and can reach a top speed of 23 knots. This is closely followed by the Westport Yachts Westport W172 with a notable cruising speed of 19 knots and top speed of 21 knots.

Unique Characteristics

Each yacht also brings unique features to the forefront. The Westport Yachts Westport W172 impresses with its extensive range of 5,000 nautical miles, ideal for long voyages. The Gulf Craft 175, Heesen 50m Aluminium Semi-Displacement and Wider Yachts W165 all feature shallow drafts for yachts of this size, allowing them to navigate waters inaccessible to deeper vessels. The performance of the Heesen 50m Aluminium Semi-Displacement is especially impressive, with a top speed of 23 knots and cruising speed of 21 knots. The Sanlorenzo 57Steel has an impressive gross tonnage of 1,050GT, the largest of the competitors here.

Summary

Despite stiff competition, the Amels 180 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 Amels Limited Editions range or indeed its competitors. Browse our hand-picked selection of 13 competing models.

Amels 180

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  • LOA 55m
  • Cabins 5
  • Max Speed 15.5 Knots
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Amels 180 Rival Yachts to Consider

Heesen

55m Steel (Mk2)

55m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2024

Heesen

55m Steel (Mk1)

55m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2013 - 2023

Gulf Craft

Majesty 175

54.25m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2020

Benetti

B.Now 55M

55m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2022 - 2022

Westport Yachts

Westport W172 (Mk1)

52.5m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2019 - 2023

Amels

Amels 171

52.34m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2007 - 2010

Sanlorenzo

52Steel

52m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2017

Tankoa Yachts

S531

53m  

STATUS
Discontinued
YEAR
2014 - 2023

Sanlorenzo

57Steel

56.5m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2022
STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2019

Wider Yachts

Wider 165

49.98m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2018

Heesen

50m Steel

49.9m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2016

Riva

50Metri

49m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2017

Other yachts in the
Amels Limited Editions range

Amels

Amels 80

80m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2025

Amels

Amels 60

60m  

STATUS
In Production
YEAR
from 2022