Do you want a boat with an electric motor? Here’s what the market offers

Do you have a car with an electric motor and wish your boat had one too?
But what are the shipyards today that offer sailboat models with Full Electric motorization?
There are shipyards like Sunbeam for which electric motorization is already a standard, others like Elan that offer the entire range in electrified declination, and those who are still experimenting with this new technology, offering only a few models on the market as options.
We went rummaging through the shipyards’ listings to look for those boats you can buy today with an electric motor.
Here is our selection.

The electric-powered sailboats you can buy today

Arcona 415

The 415 is the Swedish shipyard’s first sailboat to be produced with electric propulsion as standard, in collaboration with Oceanvolt. On board is a 15kW Servoprop unit, equivalent to about 50hp), connected to a 23.2kWh battery. A boat that also has sport cruiser characteristics, and in light breezes will know how to do without a motor. Technical data: f.t. length: 12.91 m; w. 3.90 m; draught. 2.20 m; displacement 8,370 kg; sup. sail: 102 sq. m; shipyard: Arcona Yachts; www.schmidtpartner.com

Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 E

A versatile boat with which to tackle the rigors of offshore or enjoy short coastal sailings. Roadworthy thanks to its retractable keel and mast that can be easily rigged in a few moves, it has a displacement kept under 4 tons. The Oceanis 30.1 E is equipped with a full Torqeedo system, with a power output equivalent to 14 hp, which, thanks to the standard battery, a 5kWh 48V unit, offers up to 6 hours of autonomy at a speed of 4 knots, or 24 miles of range. Technical data: length: 9.53 m; width: 2.99 m; draught. 1.30/2.30 m; displ. 4,120 kg; sup. sail: 39.5 sq. m; shipyard: Beneteau; www.beneteau.com

Beneteau First 44 E

Signed by the Italian pencils of Roberto Biscontini and Lorenzo Argento, it is an ambitious design, an attempt to refine the concept of the ‘performance cruiser’ and give birth to a boat that can vary in intended use, between comfortable and relaxing and performance and aggressive. The First 44 E is equipped with a Torqeedo 12.0 cruise pod propulsion system and 5kWh 48V battery. Technical data: f.t. length: 14.15 m; w. 4.25 m; draught. 2.15 m; displ. 3,300 kg; sup. sail: 103 sq. m; shipyard: Beneteau; www.beneteau.com

49CS and 50CS Contest

Two 50-footers very similar but with two different souls: for sailing with family and friends and for offshore sailing. Contest 49CS has an aft cockpit (Mediterranean style) while the 50CS has a center cockpit. Both models mount a hybrid or all-electric powertrain made by Torqeedo with a 40kWh automotive-derived battery pack made by BMW. The battery, in addition to being able to be recharged at night by connecting to the dock, can be recharged while sailing, thanks to the propeller, which can be used as a generator when the boat is driven by the wind. Technical data: f.t. length: 16.10 (49CS)/16.36 (50CS) m; w. 4.90 m; draught. 2.35 m; displ. 22,900 kg; sup. sail: 133 sq. m; shipyard: Contest Yachts; www.contestyachts.com

Dufour 530 Smart Electric

A 16-meter sailboat designed by Felci Yacht Design. The cockpit features solutions designed to make life aboard easy and truly enjoyable. Different configurations can be chosen for the arrangement of the rigging on deck ranging from 2 to 6 winches, with the possibility of operating the halyards traditionally from the deckhouse, or bringing all the rigging back near the wheelhouse consoles. The electric version mounts a 27kW motor with a 32kWh battery pack. A larger 38kWh battery pack is also available as an option. Technical data: length: 16.35 m; width: 4.99 m; draught. 2.30 m; displ. 17,774 kg; sup. sail: 125 sq. m; shipyard: Dufour Yachts; www.dufour-yachts.com

Elan Impression 43

Already since 2011, the Slovenian shipyard Elan has offered Oceanvolt electric motorization on all its production models. Perfect for family cruises, Elan Impression 43 bears the signature of Rob Humphreys and Pininfarina. Generous cockpit with dual wheelhouses. The interior features quality finishes. Indispensable fridge and grill built into the transom. Technical data: f.t. length: 13.60 m; w. 4.25 m; draught. 1.95 m; displ. 11,100 kg; sup. sail: 81 sq. m; shipyard: Elan; www.elan-yachts.com

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51

Fountaine Pajot’s 51-foot catamaran is not the only one to provide optional electric motorization in its “Smart Electric” set-up (which also includes solar panels, wind generator and hydro-generator), developed in collaboration with ODSeaLab. Also available in electric are the Astrea 42 and Elba 45. How to combine sailing comfort and zero emissions has been the French shipyard’s challenge for a few years now. Technical data: f.t. length: 15.91 m; w. 8.08 m; draught. 1.30 m; displ. 18,000 kg; sup. sail: 154 sq. m; www.fountaine-pajot.com

Hanse 410

This 12-meter carries the signature of French studio Berret-Racoupeau, the protagonist of the German shipyard’s “new deal” and already the creator of the Hanse 510 and 460. Equipped with a deckhouse of XXL dimensions, in length, width and height, it has the most spacious interiors on the market in the 12-meter range. It is the yard’s first boat to introduce an optional electric propulsion system, boasting a range of up to 55 nautical miles. Technical data: f.t. length: 12.55 m; w. 4.29 m; draught. 2.10 m; displacement 9,680 kg; sup. sail: 84 sq. m; shipyard: Hanse Yachts; hanseyachts.com

ITA 14.99

First model from the Marche shipyard founded by entrepreneur Emanuele Caprini. A modern, sport cruising catamaran with plenty of space on board. Constructed of epoxy resin by infusion, with carbon reinforcements, both longitudinal and transversal, it is designed to be steered even with a small crew, with adjustable side drifts to optimize, with simplicity, sailing. The electrically powered version mounts two 15kW Oceanvolt saildrive motors. Technical data: f.t. length: 14.99 m; w. 7.8 m; draught: 0.65/2.35 m; displacement: 10,500 kg; sup. sail: 72 sq. m; shipyard: ITACATAMARANS; www.itacatamarans.com

Swan 88

28-meter maxi, the Finnish shipyard’s first hybrid model, designed by Germán Frers for naval architecture, Misa Poggi for interior design and Lucio Micheletti, of Micheletti + Partners, for exterior styling. An uncompromising cruiser with a racing soul, Swan 88’s appendages are optimized for cruising.
The twin rudder blades, in addition to reducing draft and allowing the boat to get closer to shore, improve the balance of the hull when sailing. Technical data: f.t. length: 28.27 m; w. 6.79 m; draught. 4 m; displ. 54,100 kg; sup. sail: 432.7 sq. m; shipyard: Nautor Swan; www.nautorswan.com

RS21

One of the most fun sport boats on the market, with a very lively class and a full calendar of events and regattas. The boat has powerful volumes on the inverted bow that almost resembles that of a Pogo 3, with an edge running all the way along the side and a “star” stern with Star influences. Very simple rigging, gathered in a battery of mast-foot chokers. The rig is standard carbon, while the boat will be produced in two different versions, “racing” for racing in One design and Club with a more contained sail plan. The keel is liftable and the electric motor is retractable. Technical data: f.t. length: 6.67 m; w. 2.20 m; draught. 1.38 m; displacement 650 kg; sail sup.: 24.6 sq. m; shipyard: RS Sailing; www.rssailing.com

Saffier SE 27 Leisure

Small all-electric powered daysailer, Torqueedo nameplate, with a 4kW propulsion and a 5kWh 48V battery that provides a range of 5 to 8 hours depending on the speed of use (cruising speed or low speed). A very fast hull, however, that goes well with the easy sailing setup of the boat, which can also be sailed solo or with two people. Technical data: f.t. length: 8.20 m; w. 2.60 m; draught. 1.65 m; displacement 1,900 kg; sup. sail: 39 sq. m; shipyard: Saffier; www.saffieryachts.com

Salona 46

This Croatian cruiser was designed by Slovenian brothers Japec and Jernej Jakopin of the J&J studio. Although it has a rather pronounced deckhouse, functional to increase interior volume in tandem with a maximum beam of as much as 4.20 m, the sail plan and appendages give it a fairly sporty feel. She is equipped with two Oceanvolt electric motors, allowing for easy close maneuvering, and a hydrogeneration system that replenishes energy in the batteries while sailing. Technical data: f.w. length: 14.14 m; w. 4.20 m; draught. 2.44 m; displ. 9,800 kg; sup. sail: 109 sq. m; shipyard: Salona; www.salonayachts.com

Sunbeam 29.1

As we anticipated, for the Austrian shipyard Sunbeam and its daycruisers, electric motorization is already the standard. We have chosen, as an example boat of the range, the new Sunbeam 29.1, a sporty weekender with which to take short cruises in comfort and speed, sold with a 4.1 kW electric motor. Technical data: f.t. length: 8.99 m; w. 2.48 m; draught: 0.85/1.85 m; displacement: 2,300 kg; sup. sail: 47 sq. m; www.yachtsynergy.it

Sunreef 80

Comfort is the watchword. This is the mantra of Sunreef catamarans, high-end cruisers equipped with hulls with significant height above the water and huge flybridges, elements that guarantee volumes from real seaside homes equipped with every comfort. There are 4 models in production, all equipped with solar panels and electric motorization, Sunreef 50, 60, 70 and 80. The flagship is equipped with solar panels that entirely cover the two hulls. Technical data: f.t. length: 23.87 m; w. 11.53 m; draught. 2.44 m; sup. sail: 355 sq. m; shipyard: Sunreef; sunreef-yachts.com

Tofinou 7.9

A daysailer with an almost completely flush deck silouette and a bow flex that winks, along with the shapes of the stern, at classic lines. Electric propulsion is ideal for daysailers, which normally make few hours of motion each trip, other than those needed to get in and out of port. The battery pack is removable and can also be recharged at home. Technical data: f.t. length: 7.94 m; w. 2.30 m; draught. 1.70 m; displ. 1,200 kg; sup. sail: 31 sq. m; shipyard: Tofinou; tofinou.com

X4⁹E

A cruiser-racer that is comfortable and easy to drive but also fun and performs well. This is X-Yachts’ first hybrid boat. On board it mounts a hybrid system consisting of two Oceanvolt electric motors of 10kW each, powered by a 28.8kWh battery pack, allowing the boat to reach a top speed of 7.8 knots. The on-board electric generator, which recharges the batteries but can also supply power directly to the engines, has an output of 11kW. At 5 knots, the range is 30 miles. Technical data: f.t. length: 15.348 m; w. 4.49 m; draught. 2.40 m; displ. 12,900 kg; sup. sail: 119 sq. m; shipyard: X-Yachts; www.x-yachts.com

Xc 47E

High-performance cruiser built for safe and comfortable sailing on the oceans.
The hull lines have retained the deep V-shaped bow sections and the generous rocker, which is the curvature of the bow-aft line of the hull that is soft to provide a soft transition over the wave. In addition, the stern of the Xc 47 has a slight, soft edge that provides extra stability, improved performance in high winds, and more space in the aft cabins. On board it mounts a hybrid system consisting of an Oceanvolt HighPower ServoProp 25 engine (30kW peak, 25kW continuous power), powered by a 46.4kWh battery pack, which allows the boat to have a range of 30 miles at 6 knots. As with X4⁹E, there is also an 11kW generator on board this model to increase the range if needed. Technical data: f.t. length: 15.21 m; w. 4.56 m; draught. 2.30 m; displ. 14,900 kg; sup. sail: 119 sq. m; shipyard: X-Yachts; Xc 47E

wallynano37

Plumb bow and long stern rakes are not only elegant, but also give the boat more buoyancy at the bow-to “pierce” the waves-and more length at the waterline, increasing speed at heeled boats.
The single rudder and deep 2.6-meter bulb keel combine to provide incredible stability and control, even with the 75-square-meter sail plan (upwind). Capt to travel at 20 knots with a large Tails or gennaker, and thanks to its light weight, due to carbon construction, it performs well in light airs as well.
For mooring maneuvers, simply resort to the silent Oceanvolt electric motor. Technical data: f.t. length: 12 m; w. 2.6 m; draught. 2.6 m; displ. 2,900 kg; sup. sail: 72 sq. m; shipyard: Wally;www.wally.comGiacomo Barbaro