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Below, we delve into a detailed comparison of the XO Boats DFNDR 8 and the Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 . The XO Boats DFNDR 8 features a aluminium planing hull, ensuring durability and a lighter weight. The yacht's length of 8.03m/26'4" and beam of 2.53m/8'4" provide a stable and spacious platform for both at-sea and anchored conditions. The Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 offers a very similar length of 8.23m/27', with a much wider beam at 2.99m/9'10",

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At a Glance

XO Boats DFNDR 8

Status
In Production
2023 - Present

Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2

Status
In Production
2025 - Present
XO Boats DFNDR 8 illustration
8.03m  

Beam 2.53m

Draft 0.93m

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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2 Guests

  • 1
  • 2

 

1 Cabins

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8.23m  

Beam 2.99m

Draft 0.96m

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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6 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6

4 Guests or 6 is Optional  

2 Cabins

Performance

  • Cruising Speed

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  • Top Speed

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Range

Fuel Capacity

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    -
  • Beneteau Yachts Antares 9

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Interior

For most buyers, interior layout, finish and especially space will rank as some of the most important factors when choosing a yacht, here you can see how your chosen yachts directly compare.

XO Boats DFNDR 8, Interior XO Boats DFNDR 8, Interior
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Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2

Accommodation

Cabin design and luxury should deliver a place of real sanctuary for the Owner or guests, with finish, space and light all key.

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Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Accommodation Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Accommodation
Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2

Helm Station

Whether it will be the Owner or skipper taking control, helm positions should ensure excellent visibility, supportive seating and a design that delivers clear instrumentation.

XO Boats DFNDR 8, Helm Station XO Boats DFNDR 8, Helm Station
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Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Helm Station Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Helm Station
Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2

Deck Areas

As well as being a place to enjoy the real essence of yachting lifestyle, decks are also a serious work area and each area must be safe, practical and so fun to use.

XO Boats DFNDR 8, Deck Area XO Boats DFNDR 8, Deck Area
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Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Deck Area Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Deck Area
Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2

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Main Deck

XO Boats DFNDR 8

 

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Lower Deck

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LIVE: Used Price Guides

Find out how much a pre-owned version of these models may cost based upon the asking prices of all yachts listed for sale globally in the last 3 years according to YachtBuyer Market Watch & our current sales listings.

XO Boats DFNDR 8 Used Prices

In Production Since: 2023

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Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Used Prices

In Production Since: 2025

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Specification Data

Model Name:DFNDR 8Antares 9 Mk2
Builder:XO BoatsBeneteau Yachts
Range:XO Boats DFNDR Beneteau Antares
Principal Characteristics
Body Type: Sportsboat Cruiser
Use Types: Dayboating, Weekending Dayboating
LOA: 8.03m 8.23m
Max Beam: 2.53m 2.99m
Draft: 0.93m 0.96m
Gross Tonnage: - -
Displacement: - 4,620 Kg  
(Approx)
Hull Material: Aluminium GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP)
Superstructure: GRP GRP
Fuel Capacity: 385 Litres 600 Litres
Fresh Water Capacity: - 160 Litres
Yacht Designers
Exterior Designer: XO Boats -
Interior Designer: XO Boats -
Accommodation
Guests: 2 4 (Optional 6)
Cabins: 1 2
Berths:1x Convertable1x Queen1x Double
Guests Heads: - 1
Shared Day Heads: - 1
Crew
Crew: -  (Crew not required)
Crew Cabins: - -
Crew Heads: - -
Engines & Performance
Max Speed:50 knots -
Max Range: 200 NM @ 30 knots -
Engine Options:

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Brand: Mercury Mercury Mercury
Model:Fourstroke V6 225HPVerado V10 5.7L 400hpRacing V8 4.6L 450R
Qty: x2 x1 x
Power: 200 bhp (165 Kw) each
@ 6,000 rpm
400 bhp (294 Kw) each
@ 6,400 rpm
450 bhp ( Kw) each
@ 6,400 rpm
Max Speed: 50 knots - -
Cruising Speed: 30 knots   - -
Economic Speed: - - -
Cylinders: 6 Cylinder - 8 Cylinder

Speeds/Ranges Are Approx. - Subject to Load, Sea Conditions & Variables.

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