The former BENETEAU powerboats

The first Antarès range designed by André Bénéteau makes sailing a fishing boat reminiscent of cruising.

In collaboration with architect Cess Van Der Valden, BENETEAU dévelops french motorboating  

To meet the growing demand for leisure craft, André Bénéteau designs a simple, safe and economical boat, as easy to use as it is to maintain.

At the end of the 1980s, working with Philippe Briand, a new architect at the time, BENETEAU begins the renewal of its dinghies and open boats.

Seaworthiness and habitability emerge as the hallmarks of the Antares range.

Designed and patented by André Bénéteau, the double-tunnel hull marks a turning point in the range’s history. 

André Bénéteau designs a series of small outboard fishing boats. Versatile, they are also very economical.

Taking inspiration from the legendary wooden Ombrine of the 1960s, André Bénéteau designs a classic yet contemporary range. With a flared bow and a stern low on the water, she has all the features of distinctly seaworthy powerboat.

Outboard or Inboard, the 4th generation of Antarès motorboats raises the standards of comfort on board. It develops all the seaworthy characteristics that built the range’s reputation.

For the first time, the BENETEAU outboard range proposes a selection of deck layouts on the same hull size. Hull Air Step® technology made its debut.

The Swift Trawler range is smart without being difficult, balanced without being bland. She has reinvented what a trawler can be and does not compromise on space, with more room and amenities aboard than you would find in a traditional trawler. Designed for traveling long distances, she opts for a nimble yet stable hull that provides both comfort and solid, positive handling in all weather. If boats had souls (and she just might have one), hers would yearn for that destination just over the horizon, and if yours does too, the Swift Trawler is the perfect match.

Open and Hardtop, the new motor yachts designed by BENETEAU mark a milestone in comfort and driving sensations. Their design has a Mediterranean look.

A boat that brings people together – reassuring and quintessential. From the cockpit to the wheelhouse, the living space on board an Antares is always surprising. The motor cruiser range has won recognition for the shape of its hulls that withstand the test of time and make safe passage through all seas.

Streamlined and sporty, the Gran Turismo offers great sensations. Open to the sea and yet well-protected, the range’s four sport cruisers boast technological features uniting the joy of cruising and exceptional performance.  The Gran Turismo looks great, has quality fittings and attractive trims. In a nutshell she is elegant and positively trendy! 

The Monte Carlo range of motor yachts embodies timeless elegance and no-compromise craftsmanship. She features only the finest materials and handcrafted finishes. She is powerful yet graceful, luxurious yet practical. Her spacious and bright interior is ideal for entertaining, and her expansive flybridge provides the perfect space for enjoying an evening cruise with sensational panoramic water views.

The sea is your playground. Seaworthy, safe, and powerful, the Barracuda is a sport fisher full of character.

The three outboarders of this range have a cleverly-designed deck plan. The quantity and quality of their fishing equipment, and the comfort they offer on board, make them perfect for the demanding owner. Most definitely a winning range! 

A classic pilothouse boat for short cruises that will never go out of fashion. These fisher cruisers are safe and highly seaworthy thanks to a flared hull, and they enjoy the performance you only get from an outboard engine. The four outboard Antares are well-known for their cosy interiors and level of equipment, making them a joy to own and a best seller range. 

A stylish day-boat with a unique concept of one Air-Step® hull for a choice of two different deck plans, the Flyer is a distillation of technology. The SPACEdeck and SUNdeck , with spacious models between 5 and 9 metres, are undoubtedly an achievement in terms of design. Let the fun begin !