2026 Bayliner V22 Bowrider

Bayliner V22 Bowrider: Bayliner's Spacious New Flagship Bowrider

1. General Information

The Bayliner V22 Bowrider is the outboard model of the all-new V22 Series, unveiled in 2026 as Bayliner's new flagship bowrider and the successor to the popular VR6. At 22 ft 5 in with an 8 ft 4 in beam, it carries up to twelve people and is built for watersports, cruising and sandbar days. Mercury outboard power up to 225 hp gives brisk acceleration, and in testing the boat reached around 45 mph with a 200 hp V6, while remaining small enough to trailer.

2. Construction and Design

The V22 rides on a fibreglass hull with a 20-degree deadrise and sculpted hull sides, giving a smooth, dry ride through chop with little bow rise. A wider beam than the VR6 creates a roomy cockpit with L-shaped lounge seating, and twin captain's seats swivel 180 degrees to face the cockpit or the action behind the boat. A clear walkway runs from the bow through the windshield to a full-beam swim platform with telescoping ladder. Storage is generous, with under-seat lockers, a lockable centreline ski locker, bow storage and a large transom sun pad with storage below, plus a cooler under the jump seat and charging ports throughout.

3. Key Features

Room for twelve: an L-shaped lounge and bow seating for a big crew.

Twin swivel captain's seats: turn 180 degrees to join the cockpit or watch the skier.

Transom sun pad: a large lounging area with storage underneath, unique to the outboard model.

Watersports ready: optional tower or ski pylon and a full-beam swim platform.

Smart convenience: a helm-seat cooler, courtesy lighting and phone charging at the helm, starboard side and bow.

4. Summary

The Bayliner V22 Bowrider suits families and groups who want a spacious, sporty bowrider with outboard simplicity. For tow sports, cruising and long days at the sandbar, it is a well-rounded, crowd-friendly choice.