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Sirena 68 Review (2021 Edition)

Sirena introduces a contemporary take on the trawler yacht with its remarkable 68-footer.

Evolved from the 64, this formidable cruiser feels like the acclaimed 88 — albeit in a more compact form — which is certainly a good thing. With an array of features and customizable options for owners, the 68 is expected to continue Sirena's streak of success.

Sirena 68 Key Facts

Sirena 68 illustration
  • LOA 21.4m
  • Model Year 2021
  • Cabins 3
  • Max Speed 28 knots
  • Status In Production
  • Yacht Type Flybridge
  • Use Type Cruising

Design & Build

Under the expert guidance of German Frers for the sleek exterior, and Cor D Rover for the interior, the 68 is well-equipped in the design department. As an advancement from the Sirena 64, the 68 boasts increased length and width, along with a revamped superstructure, providing ample space for its occupants.

Sirena 68 design
The 68 is a development of the 64 © Sirena

Featuring a semi-displacement hull and a flexible three or four-cabin layout, this yacht caters to diverse preferences while maintaining a steadfast focus on serious cruising.

Interior Accommodation

In the four-cabin layout, a utility area remains available, while opting for the three-cabin configuration allows for a lower lounge or additional utility and storage space, perfectly suited for extended cruising. The full-beam owner’s stateroom remains consistent across layout variations, although it can be customized into a twin-style setup.

Sirena 68 cabins
The full-beam owner's suite forms part of a very considered lower deck layout © Sirena
Sirena 68 cabins
Sirena 68 cabins

The main deck offers similar flexibility, with the galley aft design allowing for a separate dining area opposite. Alternatively, the seating and cabinetry can be customized to accommodate your cruising preferences, with three standard finishes available.

Helm Station

The lower helm station is intelligently designed, complemented by an adjacent guest seating area, accommodating up to four people comfortably during longer cruises. The helm console is spacious enough for two large MFDs, ensuring clear and easy-to-read navigational data. Excellent visibility and access are ensured, with the helm positioned sufficiently forward and side deck doors on each side.

Sirena 68 helm
Sirena 68 helm

On the flybridge, the skipper is equipped with three MFDs, accompanied by seating for five or six guests in addition to the twin helm seats.

Deck Lifestyle

The Sirena 68 boasts one of the most expansive and impressive flybridge layouts in its size class. Positioned aft of the central mast, the U-shaped galley and bar area is exceptional, complete with bar stools for guests to gather around.

Sirena 68 decks
A superb bar and barbecue area lies aft of the central mast © Sirena
Sirena 68 decks
Sirena 68 decks

This layout optimizes the available space, leaving ample room for loungers on the open deck, unobstructed by the hardtop. In the midsection, a dining area and another wet bar provide additional amenities, while a smaller lounge area forward, adjacent to the helm, completes the setup.

Sirena 68 decks
A forward lounge stretches out, complete with a dining and sunbathing area © Sirena

The main deck maintains a perfect blend of practicality and luxury. The cockpit features a convenient bar that connects to the galley, while the deep, secure covered side decks, finished in teak as standard, lead to a spacious foredeck. Adorned with teak, this forward lounge area offers a deep sofa and table, easily convertible into a sun pad, with an additional pad situated forward.

Our Verdict

The Sirena 68 encapsulates all the essential features of a serious cruising yacht with remarkable precision. Its versatile and spacious interior, coupled with secure decks, represents the ideal vessel for extended onboard stays, offering a plethora of customizable options. What truly sets the Sirena apart is its high level of luxury, particularly evident in its expansive flybridge, surpassing even the most magnificent flybridge yachts in its class.

Reasons to Buy

  • Versatile three of four-cabin interior
  • Utility spaces
  • Excellent flybridge with bar
  • Spacious galley aft salon
  • High standard specification

Things to Consider

  • Relatively low build numbers

Rivals to Consider

The Sirena 68 offers a serious cruising package and lots of luxury. The three or four-cabin layout gives buyers a choice between cabins, a lower lounge or utility area. 

The Absolute Navetta 68 is the obvious rival, with a very similar mix of super-practical cruising design mixing space, style and practicality. The Navetta’s sightly raised forward Owner’s stateroom is the key feature, a great cabin in its own right, it also allows for three good cabins amidships and a useful utility area. On deck, the Italian yacht also offers a superb luxury flybridge to rival the Sirena. Absolute also has the Navetta 64, with its optional aft cabin and forward Owner’s cabin creating a very impressive three or four-cabin interior including a fantastic utility and storage room.      

The Azimut Magellano 66 has a four-cabin layout with a bunked fourth and a salon that places the galley forward, up by the helm, in classic trawler style. A modern but elegant yacht designed for serious cruising, the 66 offers that same mix of luxury and capability.    

Specifications

Sirena 68 illustration
  • Length Overall 21.4m
  • Beam 5.9m
  • Draft(full load) 1.3m
  • Hull GRP
  • Cabins 3
  • Berths 4
  • Cruising Speed
    Max Speed
  • Fuel Capacity 5,250 Litres
  • Fresh Water Capacity 1,600 Litres
  • Engine Model 2x Volvo Penta D13-1000
  • Engine economic speed 10 knots
Full Model Specification

Sirena 68 Layout

  • Flybridge Sirena 68

    The aft bar and galley area is the star up top, still leaving space for aft loungers it is a great place to gather day or night. A large dinette sits centrally with another wet bar serving guests. The forward lounge means up to seven people can gather around the helm.      

  • Main Deck Sirena 68

    The galley aft design creates a big kitchen with a dedicated dining area, connecting the interior to the aft deck by way of a bar. The lounge can be laid out to suit the Owner with various sofa and cabinetry designs. 

  • Optional 4 cabin layout with bunks

    Lower Deck Sirena 68

    The test yacht had a four-cabin layout that still leaves room for a useful utility room and day head. The full-beam Owner's stateroom is joined by a forward VIP, the two cabins between are where the variations take place.   

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