Fairline Targa 40 Grabs the Best Sportcruiser Award for 2025

24 Jan

The Fairline Targa 40 is a yacht that captivates at first glance and keeps impressing with its thoughtful design. With 3,96 meters of beam the boat offers a very spacious yet protected cockpit. Below the deck are two generous cabins, separated by a welcoming lower lounge that doubles as an additional double berth, giving a perfect balance of luxury and functionality. J&J Design have been fully focused on designing a hull that combines rich interior volume with a high level of performance, while keeping the ride smooth and safe.

Despite its practical cruising features, the Targa 40 doesn’t sacrifice style or performance. The boat is highly responsive on the water, making it a joy to drive. Burning only 4 liters of fuel per mile at 30 knots of speed, you will be able to travel a good distance, with the range still sitting at a comfortable 215 nautical miles. Its versatility as a dayboat is remarkable: the expansive aft cockpit is equipped with a cleverly designed table that pops up from beneath a bench seat, and a compact tender garage tucked neatly at the stern. For added enjoyment, there’s a starboard seating unit that allows the guests to face outward over the optional drop-down side terrace.

The design is impressively balanced, never prioritizing flashy aesthetics over practical seaworthiness. While the Targa 40 sits at the higher end of its market segment, particularly with added options, its combination of elegance, spaciousness, intuitive design, and top-tier construction makes it a standout in the world of sport cruisers.

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