The French shipyard Beneteau unveils the Gran Turismo 50, flagship of its new “sport-luxury” range. This model of approximately 15 m follows in the footsteps of the GT 35 and GT 40, with the ambition of strengthening the manufacturer’s position in the high-end express-cruiser segment.
Conception and design
The boats of the Gran Turismo range are clearly identified, in relation to the ranges of motorboats from the Bénéteau shipyard:
- Naval architect : Bill Dixon, specialist in high-performance hulls.
- Philosophy : marriage of Gran Turismo DNA and Japanese influences (“Kanso” for simplicity, “Yugen” for discreet elegance).
- Exterior styling : fluid lines, wide windshield and cockpit open to the outside.
- Alpine Edition (limited): navy blue shell, deep black upholstery, exclusive steering wheel.
The design prioritizes a fluid flow between interior and exterior spaces, in the spirit of “Villa Living”.
Estimated technical specifications
| Element | Data (based on information available on the market) |
|---|---|
| Overall length | Approximately 15.6 m |
| Width | 4.3 m |
| Draft | 1.15 m |
| Motorization | 2 × Volvo Penta D6 IPS (435 hp each, depending on standard options) |
| Cruising speed | 25–28 knots |
| Max speed | approx. 32–34 knots |
| Autonomy | 250–300 M at cruising speed (tank approx. 900 L) |
These values are based on the engines generally offered by the shipyard on its models of equivalent size; they will be confirmed at boat shows.
Life on board and amenities
- Modular cockpit with benches and a table that can be converted into a sun lounger.
- Hydraulic bathing beach facilitating access to the water or the boarding of a tender.
- Inner square bright, equipped kitchen, two double cabins with shower room.
- Outdoor spaces designed to enjoy the anchorage, from breakfast to sunset.
Performance and steering
- Optimized casing to reduce power consumption and offer responsive performance.
- Ergonomic control console, integrated instrumentation, IPS joystick for maneuvers in port.
- Sensations similar to those of a GT car: linear acceleration and comfort at speed.
Timing and positioning
- World premiere Paris Boat Show (November 26–30, 2025).
- International presentation : Boot Düsseldorf (January 2026).
- Estimated price: between €750,000 and €900,000 including taxDepending on engine and options, in the average range for 50-foot express cruisers.
To remember
- The Gran Turismo 50 marks the arrival of a new flagship in Beneteau’s sport-luxury range, following the Gran Turismo 34 and 40.
- Design by Bill Dixon, open interior/exterior, limited series Alpine edition.
- Advertised performance: over 30 knots, enhanced driving comfort thanks to IPS pods.
- Official launch at the Paris Boat Show at the end of 2025, then at Boot Düsseldorf in 2026.