Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1
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Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3
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Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1

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So with YachtBuyer you can not only enjoy the best data and market activity on your chosen yachts but also how they compare to their closest rivals.

Below, we delve into a detailed comparison of the Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II and the Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht. The Riviera 72 SMY Series II features a GRP planing hull, ensuring durability and a lighter weight. The yacht's length of 23.86m/78'3" and beam of 6m/19'8" provide a stable and spacious platform for both at-sea and anchored conditions. The Riviera 68 offers a very similar length of 22.86m/75', with the same beam of 6m/19'8",

Interested in owning a Riviera 72 SMY Series II or Riviera 68? Explore all globally available Riviera 72 SMY Series II for sale and Riviera 68 for sale verified through YachtBuyer MarketWatch, free of fake listings, or check out all similar models from Riviera for sale.

At a Glance

Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3

Status
In Production
2025 - Present

Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1

Status
Discontinued
2017 - 2021
Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3 illustration
78' 3"  

Beam 19' 8"

Draft 6' 5" at Full Load

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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10 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10

8 Guests or 10 is Optional  

4 Cabins

1 Crew

Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1 illustration
75'  

Beam 19' 8"

Draft 6' 3"

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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11 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11

8 Guests or 11 is Optional  

4 Cabins

1 Crew

Interior

For most buyers, interior layout, finish and especially space will rank as some of the most important factors when choosing a yacht, here you can see how your chosen yachts directly compare.

Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3, Interior Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3, Interior
Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1, Interior Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1, Interior
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1

Accommodation

Cabin design and luxury should deliver a place of real sanctuary for the Owner or guests, with finish, space and light all key.

Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3, Accommodation Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3, Accommodation
Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1, Accommodation Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1, Accommodation
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1

Helm Station

Whether it will be the Owner or skipper taking control, helm positions should ensure excellent visibility, supportive seating and a design that delivers clear instrumentation.

Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3, Helm Station Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3, Helm Station
Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1, Helm Station Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1, Helm Station
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1

Deck Areas

As well as being a place to enjoy the real essence of yachting lifestyle, decks are also a serious work area and each area must be safe, practical and so fun to use.

Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3, Deck Area Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3, Deck Area
Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1, Deck Area Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1, Deck Area
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1

Flybridge

A superb place to enjoy days or nights on the water, this raised deck and driving position adds another dimension to yacht ownership and the driving experience.

Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3, Fly Deck/Sportdeck Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3, Fly Deck/Sportdeck
Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1, Fly Deck/Sportdeck Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1, Fly Deck/Sportdeck
Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1

Compare Layouts

Flybridge

Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3

 

Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1

 

Main Deck

Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3

 

Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1

 

Lower Deck

Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3

Standard

Optional presidential suite with aft crew cabin Option

Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1

Standard

Optional 3 cabin layout with crew cabin Option

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Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 3

 

LIVE: Used Price Guides

Find out how much a pre-owned version of these models may cost based upon the asking prices of all yachts listed for sale globally in the last 3 years according to YachtBuyer Market Watch & our current sales listings.

Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Used Prices

In Production Since: 2025

  • Average Price* -
  • Price Range -
  • Average Age -

Available to order

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Rivals to Riviera 72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II

Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht Used Prices

Discontinued: Built 2017 - 2021

  • Average Price* $2.9m
  • Price Range $2.9m - $2.9m
  • Average Age 6 years
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$2.9m
$2.9m
$2.9m
$2.9m

*Based on 1 yachts offered for sale in the last 3 years.
These yachts ranged from 6yrs old.


Rivals to Riviera 68 Sports Motor Yacht

Specification Data

Model Name:72 Sports Motor Yacht Series II Gen 368 Sports Motor Yacht Gen 1
Builder:RivieraRiviera
Range:Riviera Sports Motor YachtRiviera Sports Motor Yacht
Principal Characteristics
Body Type: Enclosed Flybridge Enclosed Flybridge
Use Types: Weekending, Cruising Weekending, Cruising
LOA: 78' 3" 75'
Max Beam: 19' 8" 19' 8"
Draft: 6' 5"  (Full Load) 6' 3"
Gross Tonnage: - -
Displacement: 120,361 Lbs  
(Dry Weight)
101,192 Lbs  
(Dry Weight)
Hull Material: GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP) GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP)
Superstructure: GRP GRP
Fuel Capacity: 2,695 Gallons 1,849 Gallons
Fresh Water Capacity: 264 Gallons 224 Gallons
Black Water capacity: 158 Gallons -
Yacht Designers
Exterior Designer: Riviera Riviera
Interior Designer: Riviera Riviera
Accommodation
Guests: 8 (Optional 6 or 10) 8 (Optional 11)
Cabins: 4 - 3 4
Berths:2x Double1x Bunk Bed1x Convertable1x Queen1x Double1x Bunk Bed1x Convertable
Guests Heads: 4  (min 3) 3
Shared Day Heads: 1 1
Crew
Crew:1  (Crew not required)1 to 1
Crew Cabins: 1 1
Crew Heads: - Optional 1 or 1
Engines & Performance
Max Speed: - -
Engine Options:

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Brand: MAN MAN MAN MAN
Model:V12-1800V12-2000V12-1550V12-1800
Qty: x2 x2 x2 x2
Power: 1,800 bhp (1,324 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm
2,000 bhp (1,471 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm
1,550 bhp (1,140 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm
1,800 bhp (1,324 Kw) each
@ 2,300 rpm
Max Speed: - - - -
Cruising Speed: - - - -
Economic Speed: - - - -
Cylinders: 12 Cylinder 12 Cylinder 12 Cylinder 12 Cylinder

Speeds/Ranges Are Approx. - Subject to Load, Sea Conditions & Variables.

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