Outboard cabin cruiser Antares 9

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Overview
The Antares 9 is a weekender motorboat developed by BENETEAU Powerboats and designed by Sarrazin Design. It pairs compact handling with the layout and amenities of larger models for day trips and short cruises. The arrangement improves movement on deck and offers multiple seating and sunbathing configurations for anchored or underway use.

Development & Designer
Development: BENETEAU Powerboats
Designer: Sarrazin Design

Exterior highlights
The hull features a refined profile with long hull windows and a silver rubbing strake. The wheelhouse arch links to an extended coachroof that shelters a generous aft cockpit (1.7 m x 2.4 m). A modular L-shaped bench converts to a U-shaped saloon with an extra seat or into a large sunpad. Side access gate, swim ladder, wider deeper starboard walkway and high pulpits facilitate boarding and forward access.

Interior highlights
The interior saloon is bright thanks to large windows. The modern galley includes an 80 L fridge, two rings/hobs, optional microwave and ample storage. Forward owner's cabin with queen-size bed, lacquered joinery, mood lighting and large hanging locker. Guest cabin for two; saloon convertible to two additional berths.

Performance & construction
The injection-moulded hull increases rigidity while reducing vibration and noise. The model accepts outboard installations up to a combined 500 HP (typical: 2 x 250 HP). Fuel capacity (2 x 300 L) supports a cruising range of approximately 130 nautical miles depending on engine selection and conditions.

Options

• Heating
• Air conditioning
• Generator
• Lithium batteries
• Solar panels on the coachroof
• Sunroof
• Paddle rack
• Optional microwave

Awards
Motor Boat Awards 2026 - Finalist

Connected features
Compatible with the Seanapps mobile application and an onboard unit for monitoring battery charge, fuel and water tank levels, maintenance scheduling and basic route/status review from a smartphone.

Technical specifications

• Length overall: 8.23 m (27')
• Beam overall: 2.99 m (9'10")
• Lightship displacement: 4,620 kg
• Air draught max: 3.27 m
• Draught min: 0.63 m / max: 0.96 m
• Fuel capacity: 2 x 300 L
• Water capacity: 160 L
• Max. engine power: up to 500 HP (typical 2 x 250 HP)
• Galley: 80 L fridge, two rings/hobs, optional microwave
• Cruising range: approx. 130 nautical miles at cruising speed (variable)
• Aft cockpit dimensions: 1.7 m x 2.4 m