Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2
XO DFNDR 8XO DFNDR 8
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Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2
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XO DFNDR 8

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Below, we delve into a detailed comparison of the Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 and the XO DFNDR 8. The Beneteau Antares 9 features a GRP semi-displacement hull, ensuring durability and a lighter weight. The yacht's length of 8.23m/27' and beam of 2.99m/9'10" provide a stable and spacious platform for both at-sea and anchored conditions. The XO Boats DFNDR 8 offers a very similar length of 8.03m/26'4", with a beam of 2.53m/8'4",

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At a Glance

Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2

Status
In Production
2025 - Present

XO DFNDR 8

Status
In Production
2023 - Present
Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2 illustration
8.23m  

Beam 2.99m

Draft 0.96m

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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:
1

6 Guests

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6

4 Guests or 6 is Optional  

2 Cabins

XO DFNDR 8 illustration
8.03m  

Beam 2.53m

Draft 0.93m

LENGTH : BEAM Ratio

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:
1

2 Guests

  • 1
  • 2

 

1 Cabins

Performance

  • Cruising Speed

  • Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2
    No Data
  • XO DFNDR 8
    0
    knots
  • Top Speed

  • Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2
    No Data
  • XO DFNDR 8
    0
    knots

Range

Fuel Capacity

  • Beneteau Yachts Antares 9

    -
  • XO DFNDR 8

    -

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.

Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Interior Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Interior
Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2
XO DFNDR 8, Interior XO DFNDR 8, Interior
Awaiting Supply

Accommodation

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

Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Accommodation Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Accommodation
Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2
XO DFNDR 8, Accommodation XO DFNDR 8, Accommodation
Awaiting Supply

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.

Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Helm Station Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Helm Station
Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2
XO DFNDR 8, Helm Station XO DFNDR 8, Helm Station
XO DFNDR 8

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.

Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Deck Area Beneteau Yachts Antares 9  Mk2, Deck Area
Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2
XO DFNDR 8, Deck Area XO DFNDR 8, Deck Area
XO DFNDR 8

Compare Layouts

Main Deck

Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2

 

XO DFNDR 8

 

Lower Deck

Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Mk2

 

Above

XO DFNDR 8

 

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.

Beneteau Yachts Antares 9 Used Prices

In Production Since: 2025

  • Average Price* -
  • Price Range -
  • Average Age -
 
 
 
No Yachts For Sale

 
 


Rivals to Beneteau Yachts Antares 9

XO DFNDR 8 Used Prices

In Production Since: 2023

  • Average Price* -
  • Price Range -
  • Average Age -
 
 
 
No Yachts For Sale

 
 


Rivals to XO DFNDR 8

Specification Data

Model Name:Antares 9 Mk2DFNDR 8
Builder:BeneteauXO Boats
Range:Beneteau AntaresXO Boats DFNDR
Principal Characteristics
Body Type: Cruiser Crossover, Centre Console
Use Types: Dayboating Dayboating
LOA: 8.23m 8.03m
Max Beam: 2.99m 2.53m
Draft: 0.96m 0.93m
Gross Tonnage: - -
Displacement: 4,620 Kg  
(Approx)
1,986 Kg  
(Approx)
Hull Material: GRP / Fibreglass  (GRP) Aluminium
Superstructure: GRP GRP
Fuel Capacity: 600 Litres 385 Litres
Fresh Water Capacity: 160 Litres -
Yacht Designers
Exterior Designer: Beneteau XO Boats
Interior Designer: Beneteau XO Boats
Accommodation
Guests: 4 (Optional 6) 2
Cabins: 2 1
Berths:1x Queen1x Double1x Convertable
Guests Heads: 1 1
Shared Day Heads: 1 -
Crew
Crew:  (Crew not required) -
Crew Cabins: - -
Crew Heads: - -
Engines & Performance
Max Speed: - 50 knots
Max Range: - 200 NM @ 30 knots
Engine Options: -

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Brand: Mercury Mercury Mercury
Model:Fourstroke V6 225HPVerado V10 5.7L 400hpRacing V8 4.6L 450R
Qty: x2 x1 x
Power: 200 bhp (165 Kw) each
@ 6,000 rpm
400 bhp (294 Kw) each
@ 6,400 rpm
450 bhp ( Kw) each
@ 6,400 rpm
Max Speed: 50 knots - -
Cruising Speed: 30 knots   - -
Economic Speed: - - -
Cylinders: 6 Cylinder - 8 Cylinder

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

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