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MAORI - 54XL - For Sale

54XLbyMAORIis a high-performancemotor yachtwith the versatility of a compactcruiser, built on a robustfiberglass hull. Spanning 54 ft with a 16 ft beam, it blends speed up to 48 kn with striking design and seamless detailing byMAORI.

Selecting a 54XL

Choose the 54XLif you’re seeking a sleek, fast, and capable platform for short-range cruising, entertaining, or stylish guest transfers. As amotor yachtthat sits squarely in thecruiserclass, it offers a compelling combination of performance and presence. Shestakov Yacht Sales can guide you through specification nuances and options to align the build with your intended use.

Features of the Model

Performance pedigree: top speed up to 48 kn (55.24 mph)

Propulsion: twin MAN inboard diesel engines (2 x MAN)

Construction: monohull with a fiberglasshull and fiberglass deck

Design integrity: hull and interior by MAORI

Practical capacities: 528 gal fuel and 100 gal fresh water

Technical Specifications

Builder: MAORI

Model: 54XL

Type: motor yacht/cruiser

Hull configuration: Monohull

Hull material: fiberglass

Deck material: Fiberglass

Hull designer: MAORI

Interior designer: MAORI

LOA: 54 ft (16.46 m)

Beam: 16 ft (5.11 m)

Draft (min): 10.663 ft (3.25 m)

Gross tonnage: 35 GT

Engines: 2 x MAN, Inboard, Diesel

Maximum speed: 48 kn (55.24 mph)

Fuel capacity: 528 gal

Water capacity: 100 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and build slot coordination for the 54XLbyMAORI, contact Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales. We will help you configure yourmotor yachtin thecruiserclass, review delivery timelines, and streamline documentation from proposal to handover.

Questions and Answers

Q: What is the max speedof the54XL? A: The yacht reaches up to 48 kn (55.24 mph).

Q: Which enginespower the yacht? A: Two MAN inboard diesel engines (2 x MAN), delivering strong acceleration and reliable cruising.

Q: What is the hull and deckconstruction? A: A monohull with afiberglasshull and a fiberglass deck.

Q: What categoriesdoes the model belong to? A: It is amotor yachtpositioned within thecruisersegment.

Q: How do I get a quotationand place an order? A: Reach out to Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales for a tailored proposal on the54XLbyMAORI, including availability and delivery planning.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the 54XLbyMAORIas a high‑performance dayboat and entertainer, comfortably hosting roughly 12–16 guests across expansive fore and aft sunpads and a generous cockpit lounge. It’s equally at home as a tender or chase‑boat to a larger yacht, and it shines on short weekend runs, sandbar days, and quick family hops—Bahamas‑style legs rather than long transocean passages. Below, a single dedicated cabin, full head, galley, and a convertible settee make occasional overnights easy while acknowledging limits for full‑time liveaboard privacy.

On the water, listings peg top speeds around 48–50 knots with MAN i6‑850s on surface drives, and the ride feels firm and athletic with punchy acceleration—the kind of attitude reviewers shorthand as “the Italian sportscar of the sea.” Bow and stern thrusters keep close‑quarters work manageable, though like any surface‑drive setup, reverse and low‑speed handling reward a deliberate touch. Aesthetically, it turns heads; more than one viewer has called it “one of the best looking yachts I’ve ever seen.”

Day‑use comfort stands out: spacious sunpads, an open cockpit dining area that seats about six, and what one design description calls an “open social area for twelve people to sunbathe.” Custom finishes, air conditioning, quality audio/AV, and generous storage appear routinely on spec sheets. Ownership realities include regular surface‑drive inspections—props in sandy water, trim/hydraulics, and hub wear are known service items—plus the option to add Seakeeper gyros for markedly better comfort at the expense of capital outlay and scheduled maintenance. The MAN i6‑850s follow manufacturer service intervals, and engine access is via a large hydraulic hatch rather than a full walk‑in room in most configurations.

Pros and Cons

Performance‑oriented handling with listed ~48–50‑knot speeds and quick surface‑drive punch delivers a genuinely sporty experience.

Open social deck plan with fore/aft sunpads and cockpit dining for about six suits entertaining roughly 12–16 guests.

Versatile for tender/chase‑boat duties and short weekend hops, with a cabin, full head, galley, and a convertible settee for occasional overnights.

Surface drives require attentive low‑speed/reverse handling and regular inspection, with faster prop wear in sandy/abrasive waters.

Optional Seakeeper gyros improve comfort but add upfront cost and recurring scheduled maintenance.

Interior offers limited privacy for extended liveaboard use, and engine access is via a large hatch rather than a full walk‑in space.

Comparison with Other Models

Model	LOA	Beam	Draft	Speed (Cruising/Max)	Gross Tonnage
54XL	54' 0" (16.46 m)	16' 0" (5.11 m)	10' 8" (3.25 m)	48 kn	35
Maori 64ft	64' 0" (19.51 m)	18' 0" (5.59 m)	11' 9" (3.58 m)	40 kn / 48 kn	30
MAORI 54XL	54' 0" (16.46 m)	16' 0" (5.16 m)	12' 10" (3.92 m)	38 kn / 46 kn	14
M46	46' 0" (14.02 m)	15' 0" (4.57 m)	9' 10" (3 m)	35 kn / 44 kn	-
Maori 80ft	79' 0" (24.20 m)	22' 0" (6.90 m)	3' 7" (1.10 m) – 4' 11" (1.50 m)	30 kn / 50 kn	60
50	50' 0" (15.24 m)	13' 0" (3.99 m)	8' 6" (2.58 m)	40 kn / 46 kn	-
MAORI 125	125' 0" (38.20 m)	34' 0" (10.60 m)	4' 6" (1.37 m) – 8' 2" (2.50 m)	14 kn / 18 kn	367
54 XL	53' 0" (16.40 m)	16' 0" (5.15 m)	-	48 kn	-
Maori 78ft	77' 0" (23.60 m)	22' 0" (6.90 m)	-	30 kn / 50 kn	-
M54	54' 0" (16.46 m)	16' 0" (4.88 m)	10' 5" (3.17 m)	38 kn / 46 kn	-