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Catamaran Comparison · 2026

Excess 12 vs Lagoon 65

Two near-neighbours in the 41–65 foot class — here's how they actually differ on the water.

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At a Glance

Excess
Excess 12

The Excess 12 is a 41-foot 4-cabin catamaran launched in 2022. Best for performance, modern lovers, couples. A performance-leaning hull form for sailors who care how it feels on the helm.

Lagoon
Lagoon 65

The Lagoon 65 is a 65-foot 5-cabin catamaran launched in 2021. Best for luxury, large group, owner investor. A balanced cruiser that does many things well.

Quick Comparison

Spec Excess 12 Lagoon 65
Length overall 41 ft (12.45 m) 65 ft (19.8 m)
Beam 6.74 m 10.2 m
Cabins (guest + crew) 4 + 1 5 + 3
Max guests 8 10
Year introduced 2022 2021
Best for performance, modern lovers, couples luxury, large group, owner investor
Standout amenity AC, generator AC, generator
Charter regions Caribbean, Mediterranean, Mexico & Central America, US East Coast & Florida Caribbean, Mediterranean, Indian Ocean, South Pacific, South East Asia, South America & Galápagos
Indicative price (bareboat low season) $7,000 $7,000
Indicative price (crewed peak season) $57,500 $57,500
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Pricing data drawn from current-season bookings across BVI and Mediterranean bases. Updated quarterly.

What Would Each Boat Actually Cost You?

Design & Comfort Differences

The two boats feel meaningfully different on board, even within the same nominal size class. Three specific differences worth knowing:

  1. Saloon and deck space. The Excess 12 has a classic enclosed saloon with a wide aft deck; the Lagoon 65 offers a more conventional enclosed saloon.
  2. Cabin configuration. Both boats offer 4 (Excess 12) vs 5 (Lagoon 65) guest cabins. If you need 5 equal cabins for a multi-couple charter, the Lagoon 65 is the better fit. Otherwise they're both fine for a single-family layout.
  3. Amenities & kit. Excess 12 comes with AC, generator, watermaker, solar, dinghy. Lagoon 65 adds bow thruster, ice maker, jacuzzi. The Lagoon 65 has a bow thruster — easier docking in tight Med slips.

Performance Differences

Neither boat is a racer; both are cruising catamarans. But the Excess 12.

In light air (under 10 knots true wind), the heavier-displacement boat will feel slightly sluggish; in 15–20 knots trade-wind conditions both perform similarly. In big Med Meltemi/Mistral conditions (25+ knots) the Lagoon 65's wider 10.2 m beam will initially feel more stable but pushes more water resistance.

For bareboat charters both behave predictably under sail and under power. We rarely see either one out-sail the other in normal charter conditions.

Price & Value

In current-season data, the Excess 12 starts at $7,000/week bareboat (low season, BVI or Greece) and the Lagoon 65 starts at $7,000/week. At the high end (crewed, peak season) we see the Excess 12 reach $57,500/week and the Lagoon 65 reach $57,500/week.

For most charterers the price difference is small (~$500–$1,500/week) compared to the total trip cost — meaning amenities, layout and your destination matter more than sticker price when choosing between two boats this similar.

Which Should You Choose?

If you're a family with kids

Both boats work for families — compare cabin configs in our detail pages and we'll help you pick the better-fitting layout.

If you want performance / a sailing-feel boat

Choose the Excess 12. It was designed with sailing performance in mind — the helm feels more responsive and you'll enjoy being on the wind.

If you want luxury / open-space

Choose the Lagoon 65. It's specifically tuned for indoor-outdoor living and the finish is the more premium of the two.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Excess 12 bigger than the Lagoon 65? ▾
The Excess 12 is 41 ft (12.45 m) long with a 6.74 m beam, while the Lagoon 65 is 65 ft (19.8 m) with a 10.2 m beam. The Lagoon 65 is the longer boat, but the difference of 24 ft may be marginal once you step on board.
Which is better for a family — Excess 12 or Lagoon 65? ▾
Neither boat is purpose-built for families; both lean performance / modern lovers. For family charters we typically point you toward the Bali 4.4, Lagoon 46, or Astrea 51. Speak to a 2Hulls expert for a specific recommendation.
Which is better value — Excess 12 or Lagoon 65? ▾
In our tracking, the two boats are priced within ~$0/week of each other at the low end, so value depends on which features you weight: the Excess 12 gives you AC, generator, watermaker; the Lagoon 65 gives you AC, generator, watermaker.
Can the Excess 12 and Lagoon 65 charter in the same destinations? ▾
Excess 12: Caribbean, Mediterranean, Mexico & Central America, US East Coast & Florida. Lagoon 65: Caribbean, Mediterranean, Indian Ocean, South Pacific, South East Asia, South America & Galápagos. Where they overlap (often the Caribbean + Mediterranean), they're both well-supported by local charter fleets and you can usually get a checkout sail either way.
How many guests can each boat sleep? ▾
Excess 12: 4 guest cabins + 1 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 8 guests in standard charter config. Lagoon 65: 5 guest cabins + 3 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 10 guests. The Lagoon 65 sleeps more; pick that one for larger groups.
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