Licensed Yacht BrokersSales and service of yachts and shipsThe Elegance 82 SbyHorizon Yachtsis an 83 ft (25.3 m)motor yachtwith afiberglass and plastic hulland GRP decks, pairing semi-displacement comfort with a 20-knot cruise and 28-knot top speed. Presented by Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales.
Selecting a Elegance 82 S
Choose the Elegance 82 Sif you value assured performance, proven craftsmanship byHorizon Yachts, and a layout that blends private living with professional service. With accommodation for up to 8, 6 dedicated berths, 4 heads, and a separate crew space for 2, it’s well-suited to family cruising and hosting. Twin Caterpillar inboard diesels deliver reliable propulsion and efficient cruising, while the semi-displacement hull provides balanced seakeeping.
Features of the Model
- Semi-displacement architecture for a composed ride at speed
- Hull and interior design by Horizon Yachts
- Twin Caterpillar inboard diesel propulsion (2 engines)
- 20-knot cruising and 28-knot top speed
- Fiberglass and plastic constructionwith GRP decks
- Accommodation for 8, with 6 berths and 4 heads; crew area: 1 cabin, 2 beds
- Classified as a motor yacht
Technical Specifications
- Length overall (LOA): 83 ft (25.3 m)
- Cruising speed: 20 kn (23.02 mph)
- Maximum speed: 28 kn (32.22 mph)
- Engines: 2 x Caterpillar; type: Inboard; fuel: Diesel
- Hull configuration: Semi-Displacement
- Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
- Deck material: GRP
- Hull designer: Horizon Yachts
- Interior designer: Horizon Yachts
- Accommodation: 8
- Sleeps: 6
- Heads: 4
- Crew: 1 cabin, 2 beds
- Category: motor yacht
Pricing and Ordering
For current pricing, build guidance, and availability of the Elegance 82 S, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will help configure options and arrange inspections to suit your timeline.
Questions and Answers
Q: What is the cruising and top speed of the Elegance 82 S? A: Thecruising speedis 20 knots (23.02 mph), and themaximum speedis 28 knots (32.22 mph).
Q: What powers the yacht? A: The yacht is driven by two Caterpillarinboarddieselengines (2 total).
Q: How many people can stay on board? A: Accommodationis for 8 withsleepsfor 6; there are 4heads. Crew facilities include 1 cabin with 2 beds.
Q: What are the hull type and construction materials? A: A semi-displacement hullbuilt infiberglass and plasticwithGRPdecks; design byHorizon Yachts.
Q: How can I get pricing or arrange a viewing? A: Reach out to Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales for pricing,availability, and to reserve theElegance 82 S.
Owner Experience Review
Owners gravitate to the Elegance 82 SfromHorizon Yachtsfor private/family Mediterranean cruising as well as charter work, and it fits weekend leisure through multi-day passages equally well. Broker materials and owner notes point to a commonly configured flybridge, tender garage, and separate crew quarters, complemented by a large salon, a generous flybridge, and a teak cockpit that make entertaining straightforward.
On the water, the boat is reported to cruise comfortably at 18–20 knots with a top around 25–28 knots, delivering a dry, stable ride. Experienced owners repeatedly caution against hydraulic fin stabilizers on this model due to noise and the space they consume near the owner area, favoring Seakeeper gyro installations in the engine room instead.
Maintenance and specification choices matter: forum contributors mention stainless steel that needs regular polishing and recommend close build supervision with clearly specified material grades (e.g., AISI 316) to minimize future service issues. Another recurring theme is resale—highly bespoke interiors and layouts on some examples have made certain boats difficult to sell later, so buyers planning future exit should favor timeless choices.
Pros and Cons
- Cruises comfortably at 18–20 knots with a reported 25–28-knot top and a dry, stable ride.
- Four-stateroom layout with separate crew quarters suits family use and charter.
- Large salon, generous flybridge, and a teak cockpit support easy entertaining.
- Hydraulic fin stabilizers are noisy and eat into owner-area space; many owners prefer a Seakeeper gyro retrofit.
- Stainless steel detailing requires frequent polishing to look its best.
- Highly bespoke interiors and layouts can hurt resale prospects on some boats.
Comparison with Other Models
| Model | LOA | Beam | Draft | Speed (Cruising/Max) | Gross Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elegance 82 S | 83' 0" (25.30 m) | - | - | 20 kn / 28 kn | - |
| CC115 | 115' 0" (35.08 m) | 25' 0" (7.62 m) | - | 14 kn | 276 |
| E90 | 95' 0" (28.96 m) | 21' 0" (6.40 m) | 17' 9" (5.42 m) | - | - |
| 82 Cockpit Motoryacht | 82' 0" (24.99 m) | 20' 0" (6.10 m) | 19' 8" (6 m) | 10 kn / 18 kn | 87 |
| FD80 | 80' 0" (24.56 m) | 22' 0" (6.86 m) | 18' 4" (5.58 m) | - | - |
| Vision 74 | 74' 0" (22.56 m) | 18' 0" (5.61 m) | - | - | - |
| FD100-911 NOW AVAILABLE | 101' 0" (30.96 m) | 23' 0" (7.09 m) | 19' 5" (5.92 m) – 20' 6" (6.25 m) | - | - |
| PC60 | 60' 0" (18.52 m) | 24' 0" (7.47 m) | 15' 10" (4.83 m) | 19 kn / 24 kn | - |
| Horizon V77s | 79' 0" (24.23 m) | 19' 0" (5.94 m) | 17' 3" (5.25 m) – 17' 9" (5.42 m) | - | - |
| E81 (NEW BUILD SPECS) | 83' 0" (25.32 m) | 20' 0" (6.25 m) | 19' 5" (5.92 m) | - | - |
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