Designed by Jeanneau Design and Centkowski & Denert Design, the EX 34 is offered in Hardtop and Cabin versions, each aimed at owners looking for a straightforward boat for day use, coastal cruising and overnight stays. The new Jeanneau EX series is being positioned as a separate part of its motorboat lineup, rather than an offshoot of Cap Camarat, Merry Fisher, TH or DB Yachts.
What Makes the New Jeanneau EX Range Different?
The name EX stands for "Elements" and "Crossplatform", pointing to two ideas behind the range: exposure to the outdoor environment and a platform able to support different uses.
That puts EX in a slightly different part of the Jeanneau portfolio. Cap Camarat remains focused on sporty day boating, Merry Fisher has a stronger family cruising brief, the TH range uses a power catamaran format, and DB Yachts sits at the premium end of the dayboat market. EX has been developed around practical use, accessible handling and fewer complications for the owner.
Jeanneau is also targeting a broad level of boating experience. Experienced owners may be drawn to the relatively simple specification and flexible deck arrangement, while newcomers are being offered a boat intended to feel manageable from the outset.
The specification strategy follows the same idea. Jeanneau says the standard yacht is equipped for navigation, while additional equipment is grouped around how the owner plans to use the boat rather than presented through a long options list. Price positioning is also intended to remain relatively accessible, although Jeanneau has not yet published pricing.
EX 34 Hardtop: Open-Air Use With Weather Protection
The EX 34 Hardtop will be the first EX model seen publicly, making its world debut at Cannes.
Its layout places greater emphasis on outdoor use. The aft cockpit is arranged around a large sunpad, while the hardtop provides shade over the central part of the motor yacht. A soft enclosure can be deployed when weather deteriorates, giving the Hardtop some protection without turning the main deck into a permanently enclosed space.
The helm supports both seated and standing driving positions, with clear sightlines around the boat. Jeanneau also offers a roof rack for equipment such as boards or bicycles, while the roof itself can be specified with an electrically operated soft opening.
The cockpit furniture can be reconfigured for dining and food preparation, while the forward end of the main deck provides another seating area. Below deck are two cabins and a separate head, giving the EX 34 genuine overnight capability rather than limiting it to day trips.
Performance should still be significant. Jeanneau now quotes a maximum speed of 40 knots, while provisional specifications allow up to twin 350hp outboards. Fuel capacity is 600 liters across two 300-liter tanks.
EX 34 Cabin: Greater Shelter for Year-Round Use
The EX 34 Cabin uses the same underlying format but changes the character of the main deck through a fully enclosed wheelhouse. Glass surrounds the central living space, with sliding side access and a wide opening aft. The arrangement is intended to provide stronger protection from rain, wind and lower temperatures while retaining good visibility from inside.
Heating and air conditioning are available for the enclosed section, making the Cabin more suitable for owners who expect to use the boat beyond peak summer months. The helm can also change into an interior lounge when the boat is stopped, creating a more substantial indoor living area than the Hardtop provides.
Below deck, the EX 34 Cabin again has two cabins and a separate head. Jeanneau quotes the same maximum speed of up to 40 knots, so buyers are not being asked to trade away the headline performance figure in return for the enclosed wheelhouse. The distinction is therefore less about cruising capability than the environment the owner prefers on deck. The Hardtop suits buyers who expect outdoor living to dominate their time aboard, while the Cabin provides a stronger case for early-season, late-season or changeable-weather use.
Inside the EX 34 Layout and Specification
Both EX 34 versions are organized around five principal areas: the aft swim platforms, cockpit, central saloon, helm and forward lounge. The main social area sits beneath the roof, where the saloon and galley can support meals and time at anchor without occupying the entire cockpit. The arrangement also leaves clear areas forward and aft for lounging, swimming equipment or general deck use.
Overall length is 10.40m, rising to 10.66m with certain options, while hull length is 9.95m. Beam is 3.27m. Water capacity is 100 liters, and Jeanneau lists four berths across two cabins. Provisional CE certification is B for eight people and C for 10. The hull is a dedicated deep-V design developed specifically for EX rather than taken from another Jeanneau range.
What Else Should EX 34 Buyers Compare at Cannes?
Cannes buyers considering the EX 34 should also look at four nearby world premieres. The Nimbus Sport Tender 35, at 10.8m, offers two cabins, fold-down balconies and a twin-stepped hull, making it a strong alternative for buyers placing more value on cockpit space.
The De Antonio D36 Cabin is 10.4m in hull length, has two cabins and reaches a quoted 44 knots, giving buyers a faster, more enclosed option. The Wellcraft 33 T-Top takes a more performance-led offshore approach, with speeds above 50 knots and several aft-cockpit arrangements. The Aquila 35 Sport moves to a power-catamaran hull and a 4.49m beam, prioritizing deck area over the EX 34's narrower monohull footprint.
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