What is Azimut Yachts?
Azimut Yachts is an Italian luxury motor-yacht builder within the Azimut|Benetti Group, producing modern, design-forward yachts across multiple series and sizes. The Azimut model ranges are the Seadeck, Fly, S-class, Grande, Magellano, Verve, and Atlantis.
What types of boats does Azimut build?
Azimut focuses on luxury motor yachts such as flybridge yachts, sporty performance yachts, “crossover”/longer-range cruisers, larger “Grande” motor yachts, and outboard-powered sport cruisers (Verve).
What are Azimut’s main yacht model range and what do they mean?
Azimut organizes models into families such as Fly (flybridge cruising), S (sport/performance), Magellano (crossover cruising), Grande (larger yachts), Seadeck (hybrid-focused family yachts), and Verve (outboard sport cruisers).
Where does Azimut fit among competitors like Sunseeker, Princess, and Ferretti?
Azimut is widely positioned in the “premium production”, high-volume luxury segment and recognized as a bespoke and design-led brand rather than the traditional production, mass-market builder. In this space it’s often compared with other European volume luxury builders such as Ferretti, Sunseeker, and Princess. Many Azimut models are around the same size as the models at these other brands. The differences among the models in similar ranges among the shipyards involve speed, weight, style, and strength of the dealer network when it comes to service.
What are the most popular Azimut models (and why are they popular)?
Popularity varies by region and size, but buyers commonly gravitate toward Fly models for entertaining, S models for speed and sleek profiles, and Magellano models for versatile cruising. Azimut’s newer Seadeck line has also drawn attention for hybrid-forward design and lifestyle layouts.
What is the Azimut Fly Series best for?
Flybridge Azimuts are built for social boating with multiple outdoor zones, an upper helm and lounge area, and layouts that suit family cruising and hosting at anchor.
What is the Azimut S Series best for?
The S Series is Azimut’s sport/performance family, aimed at owners who want a lower, sleeker profile and more speed-oriented dayboating and weekend cruising.
What is the Azimut Magellano Series?
Magellano is Azimut’s “crossover” concept; yachts built to be comfortable across a wider range of speeds and conditions, often chosen by owners who prioritize efficiency and longer coastal passages.
What is the Azimut Grande Series?
Grande models are Azimut’s larger luxury yachts, typically offering more volume, stronger separation between owner/guest/crew areas, and a more “yacht-like” feel for extended trips and entertaining.
What is the Azimut Seadeck Series and what makes it different?
Seadeck is Azimut’s hybrid-focused motor-yacht family aimed at family use and lower-impact cruising, with the brand citing up to ~40% emissions reduction versus comparable traditional yachts (depending on model/usage).
What is the Azimut Verve Series?
Verve is Azimut’s outboard-powered sport cruiser line that is designed for high-speed dayboating, weekend trips, and easy access to shallow or beach-friendly destinations.
What awards has Azimut won recently?
Recent highlights include Seadeck 7 winning “Best Exterior Design” at the World Yachts Trophies 2024, and Seadeck 6 winning Motor Boat & Yachting’s Innovation Award at the 2025 Motorboat Awards (with Fly 72 receiving a special mention).
What did Azimut win at the 2025 Hurun “Best of the Best” awards in China?
Azimut reported being named “Best Innovative Yacht Brand,” and Seadeck 7 recognized as a “Luxury Hybrid Yacht Best New Arrival” in Hurun’s Best of the Best Awards 2025 coverage.
How do Azimut owners typically use their yachts?
Most owners use Azimuts for a mix of day trips, weekends away, and coastal cruising—anchoring/swimming, dining onboard, and entertaining guests. Magellano and larger models are often used for longer itineraries with more time aboard, while Verve and sportier models skew toward fast dayboating.
Are Azimut yachts good for owner-operators (no full-time captain)?
Many Azimuts, especially in the mid-size range, are commonly owner-operated, while larger models are more often run with a professional captain and crew. The “right” fit depends on your boating experience, local conditions, and how you plan to use the yacht.
Are Azimut yachts good for families?
Yes, Azimut designs many models around family cruising: multiple social areas, enclosed or semi-enclosed salons, and cabin layouts that work for kids and guests. Seadeck is explicitly positioned as family-oriented.
What is the difference between a flybridge yacht and a sport yacht at Azimut?
Flybridge models emphasize outdoor living and an upper-deck helm/lounge, while sport yachts emphasize a sleeker profile and a more performance-first vibe (often with a sportier main-deck flow).
Do Azimut yachts hold their value?
Resale is driven by condition, engine hours, maintenance records, and market cycles. In general, well-kept yachts from major premium builders tend to be more liquid on the brokerage market than niche or one-off builds. Consult your JBYS professional yacht broker to discuss specific Azimut Yachts on the market. Even if a boat is the same year, make, and model, the condition, power, and other factors can affect the overall value.
What should I look for when buying a pre-owned Azimut?
Focus on service history (engines, generators, stabilizers), evidence of consistent maintenance, survey results (hull/moisture), and whether key systems have been updated (navigation electronics, batteries, air conditioning). A brand-experienced surveyor and a broker who knows the model are worth it.
How much does an Azimut yacht cost?
Pricing varies widely by size, series, equipment, and region. New builds are typically quoted by dealers based on configuration, and pre-owned pricing depends heavily on year, condition, and spec. On the lower priced end, a pre-owned Azimut in the 43-foot to 60-foot range that is a bit older can cost between $200,000 and $500,000. On the higher end for Azimut prices, late-model yachts can range from $4 million to $6 million, and some larger models breaking a $10 million asking price.