Test / Bavaria SR41: An aggressive price for a 41-foot hardtop

Vedette SR41 from Bavaria

To conclude our test of the Bavaria SR41, let's take a look at the boat's options and price positioning in the mass-produced sport-top market.

A basic offer and complementary packages

In its basic configuration, Bavaria offers the SR41 with a 2x350 HP petrol engine and all the equipment necessary for a comfortable life on board. Two versions are available: hard-top or coupé (with rear closing of the cockpit by glass windows.

The customer can then choose to add the comfort pack, including an 80 L fridge in the cockpit, underwater lights, the front sundeck, teak in the cockpit, or even a fake Esthec teak in the higher version of the pack.

By choosing the entertainment package, the owner can add to his boat a Fusion hi-fi system in the saloon and in the cockpit and for its superior version the addition of a television and its antenna.

Les équipements de la cuisine extérieure dépendront du pack choisi
The equipment of the outdoor kitchen will depend on the chosen package

Multiple options are available

In addition to the packs, multiple options are available, including :

The engine can be changed to the Volvo Penta brand, either petrol with 2x350 HP or diesel with the D4 2x300CV or D6 2x380 HP. A bow thruster is also available as an option.

On the navigation side, Simrad's standard 7-inch screens can be upgraded to 9-inch screens. An autopilot is also available.

Comfort options are also offered, such as a large 80L fridge for the outdoor kitchen, various cooking equipment, generators or an air conditioning network.

The hydraulic rear platform is also available.

In terms of aesthetics, the customer can select fabrics and wood species different from the standard offer in light oak and wenge. The exterior teak deck is also available

Un coffre de ragement peut remplacer la table arrière en option
An optional storage box can replace the rear table

A very competitive entry price

As we have seen in the different parts of the test, the SR41 from Bavaria is in line with the expectations of customers in the sector, with a correct level of finish. With an entry price of 256,600 euros HT for the Hard-Top version and 249,600 euros HT for the Coupe version, the boat is at the bottom of the market. Compared to other mass-produced boats, the positioning is aggressive and seems to be successful. A Jeanneau Leader 40 starts at 281,000 euros ex VAT while the Grand Turismo 41 from Bénéteau is offered at 321,000 euros ex VAT.

As Bavaria relaunches the development of its powerboat range, the SR41 seems to find its place in a niche of family and livable boats.

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