2026 Godfrey Pontoon Boats Sanpan 2500 SBW

Godfrey Sanpan 2500 SBW: Luxury Split Bench Pontoon with Glass Windshield

1. General Information

The Godfrey Sanpan 2500 SBW is the Split Bench with Windshield version of the 25 ft Sanpan, the flagship luxury series that Godfrey says was honoured as the 2025 Pontoon Boat of the Year. At 7.85 m overall with a 2.59 m beam, it carries up to 16 passengers and accepts outboards of up to 400 hp. The Split Bench layout combines bow and stern lounge seating with Co-Captain's chairs in an open-deck design, while the full glass windshield gives port-to-starboard protection from the wind. It is built for relaxed, comfortable cruising on lakes and larger inland waters, with generous room for family and friends. As an open deck boat there are no cabins or galley; the deck is devoted to premium seating and open-air enjoyment.

2. Construction and Design

The 2026 Sanpan introduces a sculpted fiberglass exterior in place of traditional rail skins, a reimagined helm and redesigned furniture with contoured headrests, ultra-soft foam and Cool Touch vinyls on selected seating. The 2500 SBW rides on a triple-tube set-up with 25-inch outer tubes and a 27-inch centre tube, and the specification also lists a 29-inch iMPACT+ option. With a dry weight of 1,452 kg and a 182 L fuel capacity, it is a substantial, stable platform, and the iMPACT package adds oversized 6-inch lifting strakes and an integrated underdeck skin for lift and a smoother ride in larger waves.

3. Key Features

Split Bench with Windshield: Bow and stern lounge seating with Co-Captain's chairs, protected by a full glass windshield.

Modern helm: Intuitive controls, a 12-inch display, wireless charging, a heated and cooled cupholder and built-in cooler storage.

Performance: Accepts outboards of up to 400 hp on an iMPACT triple-tube platform.

Click & Cruise: A standard, tool-free accessory rail system lets owners attach, move or remove accessories quickly.

Luxury touches: Customisable RGB lighting, an integrated helm waste bin and available upgrades such as a joystick, aft speakers and a power arch.

4. Summary

The Sanpan 2500 SBW suits families and friends who want a premium, wind-protected pontoon with plenty of seating, strong engine capacity and refined styling. It sits in the more upscale Sanpan range, so it is aimed at buyers who value comfort, finish and performance over entry-level pricing.