Dufour Dufour 54
About this yacht
The Dufour 54 arrives in 2025 as a 16.84-meter cruising sailboat that redefines what's possible in a performance cruiser of this size. Built with a fiberglass hull and CE Category A certification, this bluewater-capable yacht navigates open ocean with confidence while offering a Mediterranean cockpit layout, three guest cabins, and a 2.40-meter draft. This sailing yacht emerges from the collaboration between Dufour's seasoned teams, naval architect Umberto Felci, and interior designer Luca Ardizio. The result is a vessel that balances innovation with the seakindliness and comfort expected from a modern cruising sailboat. Life aboard centers on connection with the sea. Large windows wrap the interior in 360-degree views, flooding each space with natural light. The design dissolves the boundary between inside and out, creating an environment where the elements become part of daily life on board. Under sail, the Dufour 54 delivers precise handling that makes her accessible to sailors of varying experience levels. The yacht responds intuitively, allowing helmsmen to focus on the pure pleasure of sailing rather than wrestling with complex systems. The cockpit takes a U-shaped configuration with dual tables that convert into sun loungers—functional whether underway or at anchor. Forward, the Sky Lounge Deck at the mast's base features adjustable seating that transforms into additional sunbathing space, claiming prime position for those seeking uninterrupted ocean views. The stern platform extends the living area aft with an optional outdoor galley—the Sea Stern Cook. Owners configure this space with one or two plancha grills, refrigeration, or a sink. The generous bathing platform provides pool-house-style water access, while dual cockpit entries ensure smooth movement throughout. Below deck, the forward cabin offers two distinct layouts. The owner's cabin follows traditional arrangements with aft-positioned bathrooms. The owner's suite relocates the heads forward, creating space for a vanity unit and a bed configuration typically found on larger yachts. Expansive coachroof windows transform this cabin into a private observatory for stargazing. The Dufour 54 adapts to diverse cruising grounds. In the Mediterranean, she handles passages from the Italian coast to the Peloponnese with equal measures of comfort and performance. Caribbean and Bahamian waters suit her capabilities, with keel options—deep or shoal draft—matching the sailing conditions and anchorage depths of these turquoise lagoons. As a true bluewater sailboat, she excels at ocean passages and coastal cruising alike. In Nordic waters, the hardtop protects the helmsman while maintaining clear sightlines to the sails during fjord and lake exploration. Interior configurations reach unusual flexibility for a sailing yacht this size. A six-cabin, five-head layout maximizes guest capacity, giving each occupant genuine privacy and space. Most versions feature a split galley: sink, hob, and oven to starboard; refrigerator and worktop to port, with an opposite bench seat that converts to additional seating. The five-cabin variant relocates the galley entirely to port with extended counter space. The saloon provides comfortable seating around a central table, enhanced by movable seats that adapt to the number of guests aboard. Owners further customize their yacht through modular choices: two bathroom styles, storage lockers versus desks, and a forward sail locker or crew cabin. The Dufour 54 stands as a versatile racer-cruiser that places equal emphasis on sailing performance and onboard living, making her a compelling choice for sailors seeking a capable bluewater yacht without compromise.
Activities & Experiences
- Diving — Dedicated storage for diving equipment and convenient water access for easy entry and exit
- Fishing — Facilities and layout suitable for recreational fishing activities on board
- Sea & Ocean Exploration — Long-range capability, typically around 3,000 nautical miles, enabling ocean crossings and remote destinations
- Water Sports Activities — Suitable for a wide range of water sports, including towing and board sports
- Family Leisure — Comfortable setup for spending time on board with family, including safe spaces and shared living areas
- Travel & Cruising — Suitable for extended cruising, typically from 300 nautical miles and above
- Regatta Participation — Designed or suitable for participation in sailing regattas
Suitable For
- Family — Comfortable setup for spending time on board with family
- Travel — Suitable for extended cruising journeys
- Southern Areas — Design optimized for warmer southern climates
Specifications
- Length
- 16.84 m
- Guests
- 10
- Category
- Sailing
- Hull Type
- Monohull
- Hull Material
- GRP
- Design School
- French
- Country of Build
- France
- Engine Type
- Inboard
- Engine Power
- 110.00 HP
- Fuel Capacity
- 450.00 l
- Navigation Category
- CE Category A (Ocean)
- Price
- 600000.00 EUR