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She has a healthy list of standard features including a serious stereo, portable tables, a depth finder and a privacy curtain. ## Specifications | Length Overall | 24' 4'' / 7.42 m | |---|---| | Beam | N/A | | Dry Weight | 2,995 lbs. 1,359 kg | | Draft | N/A | | Deadrise/Transom | N/A | | Max Headroom | open | | Bridge Clearance | N/A | | Fuel Capacity | 44 gal. 167 L | | Water Capacity | N/A | ## Engine Options | Tested Engine | Currently no test numbers | |---|---| | Std. Power | Not Available | | Opt. Power | Not Available | ## ezstandalone.cmd.push(function() { ezstandalone.showAds(103); });![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP running shot](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_running_2015.jpg) A new layout gives the 23 Encore SR VP seating capacity for 12 passengers and open flow from the bow to the stern gate.With a 150-hp outboard, Manitou’s triple-pontoon patented VP runs at planing speeds, giving her runabout-like capabilities for cruising and towing. ![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP layout](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_layout_2015.jpg) The 23 Encore SR layout includes three boarding gates and bow and stern platforms.### Performance Design ### VP Bottom Design. Born out of Manitou’s patented V-Toon technology, the VP (Value Performance) bottom has a 27” diameter center pontoon equipped with lifting strakes and it’s mounted 5 ¼” lower than the outer pontoons, which are 23” diameter and do not have strakes. The VP is designed for outboard motors up to 150-hp. ### Expanded Fuel Capacity. Since the VP models offer improved performance, Manitou equips them with a 44-gallon (167 L) fuel tank instead of the 24-gallon (91 L) version found on its twin-pontoon boats. ### Standard Ski Tow Bar. The 23 Encore SR VP has the ability to tow skiers so Manitou includes a substantial stainless-steel ski tow bar as standard equipment. ![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP vp design](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_vppontoondesign_2015.jpg) On the Manitou VP three-pontoon design, the larger middle pontoon sits deeper in the water and has lifting strakes to improve holeshot and acceleration.![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_vp_2015.jpg) Highlighted in red, the positive angle strakes provide lift running and the spray rails, which are shown in blue, knock down water.## Features Inspection ### Cockpit With gates in the bow, to port and in the stern, passengers have options when boarding the 23 Encore SR VP. Once on board, they’ll find a long chaise-style lounge to starboard ahead of the helm console. There’s a single person seat to port in the bow and an aft-facing shorter lounge to port adjacent to the helm. The backrest for this lounge opens to reveal the wastebasket. The standard boat comes with a carpet in the cockpit and vinyl on the stern deck. ![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP forward lounge](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_forwardlounge_2015.jpg) An adult sits shoulder high in the forward lounge, which enhances security and comfort.**Cockpit storage** is provided in all the seat bases, which are built from rotocast plastic and have integral drainage trays to keep contents dry. Additionally, the seat bottom cushions open on hinges that lock so crewmembers can use two hands to retrieve gear. There is a locker in the helm console as well. ![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP center storage](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_centerstorage_2015.jpg) Manitou’s “Center In-Tube Storage” is an option that’s only available on the triple-pontoon VP and SHP configurations.### Customized Ride. At the 23 Encore SR VP’s helm, a tinted windscreen will provide glare protection for the instruments that are installed in two raised pods on each side of the tilt steering wheel. All boats in the VP Series come with Seastar hydraulic steering. Two large instruments contain the tachometer, speedometer, fuel, hour, volt, trim and volt-meters without eating up dash panel space. A digital depth sounder comes standard and there’s space in the middle of the dash for electronic upgrades. ![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP drivers seat](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_helmseat_2015.jpg) The driver’s seat reclines, adjusts fore and aft on an automotive-style slider and has self-leveling armrests.### Grab a Booth. In the aft seating area, the facing lounges on both sides of the boat have tall armrests and a removable table can be used between the seats on the starboard side. A privacy curtain comes standard but the portable head is an option. The centrally positioned stern gate provides easy access to the aft deck, which has a ladder with substantial raised stainless-steel rails that facilitate boarding. ![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP rear seats](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_rearseats_2015.jpg) The backrests for the rear seats extend well above the rail skins and there are padded armrests, too.![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP running shot](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_running2_2015.jpg) Notice how the swim platforms extend past the outboard pontoons. This protects any transducers mounted on the aft end of the pontoon.## Power and Performance We haven’t tested the 23 Encore SR VP, so we don’t have numbers on it. Maximum power is a 150-hp outboard and Manitou will rig it for whatever brand a customer wants. ### Test of a Similar Boat. We did test a Manitou 23 Oasis SR VP with an Evinrude E-TEC 150-hp outboard. Both boats are the same length and weight. The Oasis SR VP ran 32.8 mph at 5650 rpm and burned 15.1 gph, giving it a range of 86 miles with 10% of the fuel load in reserve. Best cruise was at 3000 rpm with the 23 Oasis SR VP running 15.8 mph while burning 4.15 gph. The boat planed in 3.4 seconds and accelerated through 20 mph in 4.1 seconds, reaching 30 mph in 7.6 seconds. Two levels of splash fins on the noses of the pontoons are designed to knock down spray. ### Construction Manitou builds the 23 Encore SR VP’s smaller pontoons with .090” thick aluminum in the forward sections and .100” in the rear. The larger middle pontoon is .100” thick in the forward sections and .160” in the rear. Up front, the outer pontoons’ nosecones are .090” thick on top and .100” while the center pontoon’s bow is .090” on top and .110” on the bottom. Extruded aluminum cross-members spaced support the deck, which attaches to them with Manitou’s M-brackets and stainless-steel fasteners. ![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP welds](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_welds_2015.jpg) Substantial welds and reinforced nosecones provide protection against accidental run-ins with the dock.### Options to Consider and Price - Barbecue grill, leg mount ($363); rail mount ($350) - Center in-tube storage ($1,500) - Battery charging system ($400) - Dual battery smart switch ($375) - Manitou Smart Screen at helm ($1,500) - Raised helm ($313) - Porta-Potti ($106) - Stainless steel sockguard with ss corner castings and fuel fill ($2,250) ## Price The boat only is $34,913 and the base boat with a 150-hp Evinrude outboard is $50,229. ### Observations The 23 Encore SR VP is the equivalent of a high-end Toyota Camry, Nissan Maxima or an Audi 6 that is not expected to be a full-on luxury model like a Lexus, Infinity or Audi 8. (For that kind of sumptuous luxury, Manitou has other models.) The upholstery, rails and side skins have the upscale feel to validate the price and boat is well-equipped with items such as a ski tow bar, a Bimini top, full instrumentation including a depth-sounder, a privacy curtain and removable cockpit table. The triple-pontoon VP bottom has proven itself and with a 100-hp or 150-hp outboard it should make the 23 Encore SR VP an attractive all-around family boat that can putt along at no-wake speeds or get up on plane and cruise and pull tubers, boarders and skiers. ![Manitou 23 Encore SR VP still shot](/sites/default/files/inline-images/manitou_23encoresrvp_still2_2015.jpg) The powder-coated rubrail and corner castings and bronze rails give the 23 Encore SR VP an upscale look. ezstandalone.cmd.push(function() { ezstandalone.showAds(104); }); - [Price Quote](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/85772) - [Schedule a Test Drive](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/85772) - [Connect](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/85772) - [Compare to other boats](/boats/compare/85772) --- ## Related Boats [ Review with Captain's Report ![](/sites/default/files/styles/500x375_max/public/ManitouLegacy24TripleTube.jpg?itok=DYsR042Y) ](/boats/manitou/legacy-24-triple-tube) [Pontoon Boats](/boats/pontoon-boats) ### [Manitou Legacy 24 Triple Tube](/boats/manitou/legacy-24-triple-tube) 1 x 300-hp MerCruiser 350 MAG MPI [ Report with Video Review with Captain's Report ![](/sites/default/files/styles/500x375_max/public/Manitou24X-PlodeCruiseSHP_Cropped.jpg?itok=MTiGQrFv) ](/boats/manitou/24-x-plode-cruise-shp) [Pontoon Boats](/boats/pontoon-boats) ### [Manitou 24 X-Plode Cruise SHP](/boats/manitou/24-x-plode-cruise-shp) 1 x 250-hp Evinrude E-TEC [ Report with Video Review with Captain's Report ![](/sites/default/files/styles/500x375_max/public/Manitou22X-PlodeCruiseSHP_02.jpg?itok=Nfxbx6wB) ](/boats/manitou/22-x-plode-cruise-shp) [Pontoon Boats](/boats/pontoon-boats) ### [Manitou 22 X-Plode Cruise SHP](/boats/manitou/22-x-plode-cruise-shp) 1 x 225-hp Evinrude HO [ Review with Captain's Report ![](/sites/default/files/styles/500x375_max/public/ManitouLegacy26.jpg?itok=4uLfECDy) ](/boats/manitou/legacy-26-2010) [Pontoon Boats](/boats/pontoon-boats) ### [Manitou Legacy 26 (2010-)](/boats/manitou/legacy-26-2010) Currently no test numbers Manitou Pontoon Boats,