AVENTURA 38 Sport Coupe
Power Catamaran For Sale
A Sport-Forward Multihull
Offering Space, Stability, And Open-Air Cruising
The Aventura 38 Sport Coupe is designed for open-air cruising and a more dynamic onboard experience. Unlike the Sedan version, it feature an open cockpit with no fixed enclosure, creating a seamless connection between interior living spaces and the outdoors while maintaining the space, stability, and comfort of Aventura’s multihull design.
Sport Coupe DESIGNED FOR
open-Air Cruising
Technical Features
- Lenght Overall 38'9"
- Beam Overall 18'5"
- Draft 3'4"
- Light Displacement 8 Ton
- Fridge-Freezer-Ice Maker Vol.160 USS gal
- Ce Certification B
- Standard Engines 2x250HP, or 2x370HP
- Fuel Tank 2x160 US gal
- Bridge Clearance Fly w/hand Top 18'9"
- Water Tank 2x53 US gal
Performance
With 2x370HP displacement: cruising speed 12knots and max speed is 18knots
Cabin & Deck Designs
Deck Layout
3 Cabins, 2 Baths
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Discover More From Aventura
Explore The Aventura 38 MY for All-Season Cruising, The Larger Aventura 56 For Added Space ad comfort, or the Aventura 37 Explorer for long-range trawler-style cruising.
If you’re looking for additional space and power beyond the sporty Excess 11, explore the versatile Excess 13 or step up to the larger, more powerful Excess 14 to find the catamaran that best fits your sailing style.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe?
The Aventura 38 Sport Coupe is a sport-oriented power catamaran designed to blend open-air cruising with onboard protection. It features a retractable roof system that allows owners to enjoy
fresh air and sunlight when desired, while still offering shelter when conditions change.
How does the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe differ from the Aventura 38 MY?
The primary difference is the deck and roof configuration.
The Sport Coupe features a retractable roof and a more open cockpit layout, emphasizing airflow
and outdoor connection.
The Aventura 38 MY is designed for more enclosed, all-season cruising with a motor-yacht profile and optional flybridge.
Is the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe a fully open boat?
No. The Aventura 38 Sport Coupe is not fully open. Its retractable roof provides flexibility, allowing
the cockpit and salon area to shift between open and protected cruising environments.
Does the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe have a flybridge?
No. The Sport Coupe is a single-level design focused on main-deck living, maintaining a lower profile and a sportier aesthetic.
Can the roof be opened and closed while cruising?
Yes. The retractable roof is designed to be easily operated, allowing owners to adjust light, airflow,
and protection while underway or at anchor.
Are the interiors the same as the Aventura 38 MY?
Yes. The Sport Coupe shares the same interior layout as the Aventura 38 MY, including a bright salon, panoramic windows, a functional galley, and comfortable private cabins
How many cabins does the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe offer?
The Aventura 38 Sport Coupe typically features three private cabins, providing comfortable accommodations for owners and guests.
Is the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe suitable for family cruising?
Yes. Its stable catamaran hull, wide beam, and adaptable living spaces make it well suited for family cruising and social boating.
Is the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe easy to operate for owner-operators?
Yes. The boat is designed with intuitive controls, predictable handling, and excellent visibility,
making it suitable for experienced owner-operators.
What type of propulsion does the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe use?
The Aventura 38 Sport Coupe is powered by twin inboard engines, offering efficiency, redundancy, and simplified maintenance.
Is the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe fuel-efficient?
Yes. The multihull hull design allows efficient cruising at moderate speeds, delivering improved stability and fuel economy compared to many traditional monohull powerboats.
Who is the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe ideal for?
The Sport Coupe is ideal for owners who want the freedom of open-air cruising with the practicality of a protected cockpit, especially in warm and mixed climates.
What makes the Aventura 38 Sport Coupe different from similar power catamarans?
The Aventura 38 Sport Coupe stands out for its retractable roof system, sport-forward layout, multihull stability, and interior volume rarely found in boats of this size.
What are Excess Catamarans?
Excess Catamarans are modern performance-focused sailing catamarans by Groupe Beneteau, designed for sailors who want a more engaging, responsive sailing experience without sacrificing comfort. They are lighter, sportier, and built to be felt at the helm—not just lived aboard
What makes Excess Catamarans different from traditional cruising catamarans?
Excess Catamarans are lighter, faster, and more responsive than traditional cruising catamarans, with refined hulls and sail plans that deliver real helm feedback and sailing pleasure. They prioritize performance and balance over excess volume, while still offering the comfort needed for modern cruising.
Who are Excess Catamarans designed for?
Excess Catamarans are designed for sailors who love to sail—those who want speed, responsiveness, and real helm feel, without sacrificing comfort. They’re ideal for owners who value performance cruising, modern design, and an active, hands-on sailing experience rather than floating-apartment living.
Are Excess Catamarans performance-oriented?
Yes. Excess Catamarans are performance-oriented, designed to be lighter, faster, and more responsive than traditional cruising catamarans, delivering real sailing feel and helm feedback while still maintaining comfortable cruising layouts.
How do Excess Catamarans balance performance and comfort?
Excess Catamarans balance performance and comfort by using lighter construction, refined hull shapes, and efficient sail plans for speed and responsiveness, while offering smart, functional interiors that provide comfort without unnecessary weight or excess volume.
How do Excess Catamarans sail compared to other catamarans?
Excess Catamarans sail more like performance boats than typical cruising catamarans. They are faster, more responsive, and more engaging at the helm, with better upwind ability and a livelier feel. This is especially true with the Excess 13, which stands out for its excellent balance of speed, helm feedback, and cruising comfort, making it one of the most rewarding catamarans in its class to sail.
Are Excess Catamarans suitable for offshore cruising?
Yes — Excess Catamarans are suitable for offshore cruising. They’re built with strong engineering, seaworthy hulls, and performance-oriented design that handles open-ocean conditions well, while still offering the comfort and systems you need for longer passages. Their performance focus (especially in models like the Excess 13) gives them good speed and stability offshore, making them a great choice for sailors who want both blue-water capability and an engaging sailing experience.
Are Excess Catamarans stable and easy to handle?
Yes — Excess Catamarans are stable and easy to handle. Their modern hull design and balanced sail plan make them predictable and confidence-inspiring, while systems like well-placed winches, sensible deck layouts, and optional electric furling make sailing straightforward for short-handed crews. So you get good stability under sail and simple handling, without sacrificing the performance feel that makes them fun to sail
Where are Excess Catamarans built?
Excess Catamarans are built in France, by Groupe Beneteau at their shipyards in the Vendée region of western France. This includes the Excess 13, which is built alongside the rest of the Excess range, benefiting from French engineering, proven production methods, and Beneteau’s global quality standards.
Are Excess Catamarans available in the USA?
Yes — Excess Catamarans are available in the USA, and you can work with Performance Yacht Sales (PYS) in Florida as your local dealer to purchase and support them. PYS is based in Miami Beach, Florida, and offers multihull sales and services for owners in the U.S. market.