Bavaria Sport 360 – Design In New Dimensions

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The SPORT 360 BAVARIA has redefined the design of motor yachts and sets a new milestone in terms of driving dynamics, comfort and space utilization.

Besides the Open and Hardtop SPORT versions, BAVARIA will be launching a new Coupe at a World Premiere in early September at the Oslo Boat Show. Open, hardtop or as a coupe, the new SPORT 360 has become even more versatile. The entire cockpit was designed according to modern requirements and it has become a real social area on the boat. The seating
area with cockpit table at the rear is a fantastic place for a relaxing drink or dinner with friends in the evening. During the day this area is easily converted in just a few steps to a fantastic and unusually large sun bathing area.

The design by Marco Casali and his team at the Italian design agency TOO DESIGN, have kept amazingly beautiful and clear lines in this new SPORT 360. The hull form uses all the knowledge of nautical architects Insenaval SL, which has also designed and constructed many super yachts. The modern, stylish and functional interior comes from Design Unlimited. The finishing touches and all the technical details in the 360 are from the designers and engineers of the BAVARIA SPORT line and all their previous experiences are incorporated in this new motor yacht.

Even with a new hard top concept, the SPORT 360 reaches new highs in the design of motor yachts in this size range, Bavaria 2large windows create a spacious 360 degree view. Also a new soft-top version will also be found in the price list.

“We have analyzed the needs of our customers along with our dealers around the world and incorporate them into the new SPORT 360. A requirement of the market was to build a coupe BAVARIA also in this size range. And the lines of the SPORT 360 realize our plans and we have succeeded very well with this new model” explained Meik Lessig, Head of Sales and After Sales in BAVARIA.

Attention to detail, experience and a demanding technical level have been the premises of the designers and engineers at BAVARIA in the development of the interior of the new SPORT 360. They range from the choice of fabrics and woods to the newly designed helm where a functional and simple design were key to this area. The instruments have been arranged according to the strictest ergonomic requirements. Nothing should distract the driver from driving fun, all controls and displays can be operated intuitively.

 The new SPORT 360 from BAVARIA is pure added value: more variability in the cockpit, more light and air in the saloon and the cabins, more power through the perfect body shape for a motor yacht.

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