With a surface area of seven square metres, the lowerable bathing platform resembles a jetty; at the stern, the side panels fold down to create a six-metre-wide cockpit. With the Gran Turismo 50, which measures just under 16 metres in length, Beneteau has exceeded its own target of providing a generous amount of outdoor space. The GT flagship completes the relaunch of the popular series and is intended to embody ‘Villa Living’, as the French call it, even more strongly than its smaller Gran Turismo sisters, the 35 and 40.
Spatial concept and design
At the Salone Nautico in Venice, Beneteau showcased the Gran Turismo 50 in a special Alpine edition. The sports cruiser was designed by Andreani Design, based in the Italian Alpine town of Sondrio. The design by Pierangelo Andreani, a former student of Pininfarina, is inspired by the Japanese design principles of Kanso (simplicity) and Yūgen (grace).
The interior design of the Gran Turismo 50 is based on the shipyard’s ‘Sport-Luxe’ philosophy. This combines spacious living areas with a understated design. The connection between the interior and exterior areas is achieved through wide passageways and adapted floor levels. According to the manufacturer, the proportions are designed to allow for fluid movement on board.
Alpine Limited Edition
For the Gran Turismo 50 Alpine Limited Edition, Beneteau collaborated with the French sports car manufacturer, which was founded in 1955. The hull gleams in Abyss Blue, a dark metallic blue. The interior combines navy blue and black finishes. A special sports steering wheel is included as standard.
The interior design follows a consistently dark colour scheme. In the forward owner’s cabin and the guest cabin, blue vinyl furniture surfaces provide a splash of colour, whilst high-quality carpets in all cabins create a cosy atmosphere. In the two shower rooms, black fittings, washbasins and Corian surfaces create striking contrasts. Black door handles with push-to-open mechanisms emphasise the consistent colour scheme.
On the exterior, the anti-stainless-steel-sheen theme is consistently maintained: handrails, table legs, cup holders, access doors, pop-up cleats and the rubbing strake are all finished in black. The kitchen, with its RAL 9005-painted fittings and Corian worktops, serves as the modern and functional centrepiece of the interior.
Control panel and operation
The carbon-look helm station, featuring Alpine trim, is modelled on the cockpit of a sports car. Visibility to the front and sides is ensured by large windows and the driver’s seating position. The controls are within easy reach. Beneteau refers to intuitive technologies, and the configuration can be adapted to different uses. In the standard version, the Grand Turismo 50 is available with two engines delivering up to 480 hp, starting at €964,300.
The optional Silent Boat Pack enables emission-free cruising and a largely self-sufficient on-board power supply. Four solar panels with a total output of 520 watts peak ensure a continuous supply of energy and charge four lithium batteries, each with a capacity of 200 Ah at 24 volts. Two high-performance inverters – rated at 5,000 and 8,000 kVA respectively – ensure that the energy generated is efficiently converted into on-board electricity and that sufficient capacity is available at all times for all electrical consumers on board.
Technical Specifications: Gran Turismo 50
- Length: 15.95 m
- Width: 4.48 m
- Draught (max.): 1.18 m
- Height above the waterline: 4.60 m
- Displacement: 14.75 tonnes
- CE category: B10 / C12
- Engine power (max.): 2 x 480 hp
- Design: Dixon Yacht Design
- Designer: Andreani Design
- Price: from €964,300 (excluding VAT)
About Beneteau
Beneteau was founded in 1884 and is one of the world’s largest boat builders. The French company, based in Givrand, manufactures sailing boats, outboard motorboats and inboard motorboats. The current range comprises eight model series with more than 30 different boats. The Gran Turismo range is aimed at owners looking for sporty motorboats with cabins for longer stays on board.
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