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Most people probably associate Ibiza with warmth and beaches. However, if you know where the boats of the same name are built, the first thing that comes to mind is probably moose and trolls. The manufacturer Ibiza Boats has been building boats "Made in Norway" for more than 30 years. With the Ibiza 711 Touring, the shipyard is launching a sporty boat in the seven-metre class that is still suitable for overnight stays.
The boat has many different facets. It can be used for water skiing or wakeboarding, but those who prefer to relax in the harbour or at anchor are just as well catered for as water sports enthusiasts. In addition to the 711 Touring, the shipyard also offers the 911 Touring. We tested both boats at Allegro Handels GmbH at the same time. This enabled us to compare the two, and yes, you could say that the 711 Touring is the little sister, but in no way inferior to the big one.
The deck of the Ibiza 711 Touring is tidy, with Synteak laid in the centre. A fixed deck window is installed to the right and left of this. These not only brighten up the small slip cabin, they also fit in well with the look of the boat. The anchor locker in the tip of the 711 T is easy to reach. The small but stable stainless steel pulpit provides a secure hold on the way there. If you look aft from the bow, you see the large cockpit. This is also covered with Synteak.
Tidy cockpit, good operability
If you go from the foredeck through the wide opening in the windscreen and up the rather too narrow steps into the cockpit, you will find the helm station on the starboard side. This is painted in dark grey, which helps to prevent reflections in the windscreen. In general, the cockpit is tidy. The instruments are neatly installed and easy to see. The electric steering and the throttle lever are easy to grip. The bow thruster control panel is easy to reach and there is also a remote control, which makes it easier to raise the anchor. On the port side there is a small sink and two cup holders as well as an easy-to-reach handle.
The driver's seat is finished in dark-coloured fabric and is very comfortable. The sports seat offers good lateral support, can be swivelled and can be moved along the longitudinal axis. The front passenger sits on an adjustable bench seat. The backrest cushion can be moved to create a reclining area or an additional bench seat for the table to be set up in the cockpit. Like the driver's seat, the bench seat is well upholstered and a handle is within easy reach. A portable, single-burner gas cooker is provided.
The rear area is tidy and equipped with a U-shaped sofa. With the above-mentioned fold-down front passenger bench seat, this creates a 1.68 m x 0.99 m sleeping area or space for up to seven people to sit at a table. There is plenty of storage space in the Ibiza and it is easy to reach everywhere. Almost the entire cockpit is framed by the large windscreen. You can see clearly through it in every driving position. It is made of non-tinted safety glass. The frame is made of stainless steel. The Roca windscreen wiper wipes the field of vision in front of the driving position.
Plenty of storage space in the cabin of the Ibiza 711
But to be allowed to bear the name Touring, the 711 also needs a cabin. This small but surprisingly spacious slip cabin has a simple design. There is a small toilet room as well as cosy bed cushions. To make room in the toilet room, parts of the bed had to be removed, but this has a negative impact on sleeping comfort. The longest part is only a meagre 1.4 metres long and the maximum width is 1.8 metres. The toilet room has a manual Jabsco toilet, which either empties into a 42-litre black water tank, which is also the grey water tank, or can be switched to outboard. The washbasin is easy to reach and is a good size. There is also sufficient storage space here, but there is no ventilation.
A special highlight, in addition to the large mirror in the bow area, is the indirect ceiling light. It consists of a dimmable LED panel. This not only looks good, but is also very pleasant when reading. There is plenty of space for clothes and personal items in the cabin in the hanging lockers and storage compartments.
A 250 hp Yamaha F250 is installed on our test boat to provide the necessary propulsion. The six-cylinder engine, which is started via "Keyless Go", accelerates the boat to a maximum speed of around 45 knots. The economical planing speed is reached at 3500 rpm. The 711 T travels at 35.6 knots and consumes 1.27 litres per nautical mile. This results in a calculated range of 124 nautical miles plus 15% reserve. The tank capacity is 185 litres. The lowest planing speed is reached at around 2800 rpm, a good planing speed at around 3000 rpm. The boat tracks straight ahead.
Superior driving characteristics and easy handling
The Ibiza 711 completed our test manoeuvres such as a slalom or a quick turn unspectacularly. In tight, fast bends, the power trim should be set to "down" and the Ibiza pulls around sportily and dynamically, with trim it behaves a little more sensitively. On the slalom course, the hull follows the rudder input directly and swings easily from one side to the other. When the rudder is jerked, the stern sets in normally and the test boat continues to track without rocking. The power of the bow thruster is appropriate for the size of the boat. The tight turning circles of one and a half boat lengths are typical of outboards.
The boat has a CE seaworthiness rating of C. We tested it on the Rhine, where of course we didn't expect any big waves, but we were still able to skip over inland waterway waves at around 35 knots, and the boat didn't have any problems and started up again smoothly.
There is not much to criticise about the cable routing and the build quality either. As is typical of a production boat, a few areas have not been painted, but you have to look for them. The rest is neatly finished and executed with attention to detail. We particularly like the well-made upholstery and the large, but not bulky-looking rubbing strake. In our opinion, the boatyard could have rounded off some of the wooden parts better. The boat costs around 132,748 euros including VAT for the tested equipment including electric anchor winch, stainless steel anchor, antifouling, Synteak and cool box as well as other options.
Our test verdict on the Ibiza 711 Touring
DRIVING & MANOEUVRING
Stable, safe driving behaviour
Very manoeuvrable with bow thruster
PROCESSING & TECHNOLOGY
Clean processing
Cleanly laid electrics
SAFETY
Fire extinguisher on board
COMFORT ON BOARD
Comfortable seating and reclining areas, separate toilet room
Deck windows and indirect lighting
CONCLUSION
If you are looking for a successful day cruiser in the seven-metre class, the Ibiza 711 Touring is the right choice. The good workmanship and handling characteristics were convincing in our test. All in all, there is not much to criticise about the Ibiza 711 T.
Technical data Ibiza 711 Touring
The boat
- Shipyard: Ibiza/N
- Type:711 Touring
- CE category: C
- Hull and deck: Plastic
- Length over everything: 7,11 m
- Width:2,50 m
- Displacement (without motors): 1750 kg
- Depth: about 0.50 m
- Clearance height:1,50 m
- Fuel tank: 185 l
- Water tank:25 l
- Holding tank: 42 l
- Cabins:1
- Berths: 2
- Berth dimensions: 1.40 m x 1.80 m
- Standing height/seating height: Cabin 1.32 m/0.83 m ; WC room 1.32/0.85 m above toilet
- Cockpit size: 2.50 m x 2.10 m
- Wide centre passage: 0,21 m
- Sun lounger rear: 1.68 m x 0.99 m,
- Freeboard:about 0.85 m
- Interior cockpit side height: 0,80 m
- Test motorisation:Yamaha outboard engine 184 kW (250 hp)
- Price: from 102 860 €
- Distribution: Allegro Handels GmbH, Alemannenstr. 21, 67547 Worms; www.allegro-boote.de
The motor
- Manufacturer:Yamaha
- Type:F250
- Performance: 184 kW (250 hp)
- Full load speed: 5000-6000 rpm
- Cylinder: V6
- cubic capacity: 4169 cc
- Fuel: Petrol
- Cooling:Water/single circle
- Generator:12 V/70 A
- Dry weight: 264 kg
- Gear ratio: 1,75 : 1
- Test propeller: Stainless steel 3x 15" x 20"
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Hydraulic steering; berths; aft seating area (convertible); table; all upholstery in Nyrox, colour: anthracite, brand: Helly Hansen; bow sun lounger; cooker; washbasin; WC incl. holding tank; mirror; bathing ladder; stainless steel frame on windscreen; Synteak cockpit; bathing platform; foredeck; cool box 12V/30 litre; portable gas tank Waste tank; mirror; bathing ladder; stainless steel frame on the windscreen; Synteak cockpit; bathing platform; foredeck; cool box 12V/30 litres; portable gas cooker (1-burner); camper cover (2-piece); port cover; sun lounger (cockpit); storage compartments; shelves; anchor locker; bow fitting; railing with fender holder; handrails; deck window; cleats 4x; electrical system; selector switch; navigation lighting; lighting; 12 V sockets; fuel tank; fire extinguisher; self-draining cockpit; cup holder; fuel gauge (water); rubbing strake; horn; electric/manual bilge pump
Measurement results Ibiza 711 Touring
The competitors of the Ibiza 711 Touring
Bayliner 742R (USA)
7.48 m long, 2.55 m wide, displacement (m. m.) 1850 kg. With 1x 250 hp inboard engine: from € 96 260
AMT 240 DC (FIN)
7.30 m long, 2.60 m wide, displacement (without m.) 1600 kg. With 1x 300 hp outboard engine: € 94,990
ATLANTIC MARINE 720 DC (PL)
7.47 m long, 2.45 m wide, displacement (max.) 1200 kg. With 1x 250 hp outboard: from € 72,000
