2024 Crownline E280 XS

Crownline E280 XS

1. General Information

The Crownline E280 XS is an 8.18 m outboard bowrider in the Eclipse EXS Series. A J-wrap cockpit, deep bow seating, an electric aft sun lounge and an enclosed head make it a roomy all-day boat for larger groups, with the simplicity of outboard power.

2. Construction and Design

The fibreglass hull has a 19° deadrise and a 2.59 m beam, with a transom rated up to 350 hp. A deluxe aluminium wakeboard tower is standard, with an arch available as an option. A flush-fit walk-through door closes off the bow, and the console houses a head with Porta Potti, solid-surface vanity with sink, hand-held shower and opening portlight.

3. Key Features

Power: A Mercury 300 FourStroke XL with Digital Throttle and Shift and electro-hydraulic steering as standard, with options up to 350 hp.

Bow seating: Deep, wrap-around bow seating in a sociable lounge layout, sheltered by the flush-fit walk-through door.

Cockpit: A J-wrap cockpit with an electric aft sun lounge for relaxing at anchor or on the move.

Head compartment: An enclosed console head with Porta Potti, vanity sink, hand-held shower and opening portlight.

Trailer: An aluminium trailer with Dexter axles comes as standard.

4. Summary

With a 2026 US base price of $139,995, the Crownline E280 XS pairs a wakeboard tower, enclosed head and generous seating with 300 hp of outboard power and a 295 L fuel tank for longer days on the water.