How much does a boat cost in Spain: purchase prices by type and length

A new boat in Spain costs between €3,500 (most basic model, no license required) and €300,000 or more (10 m family sports boat). The ranges by type and length are as follows:

To this figure, you must add 21% VAT (for a new boat), 4-8% ITP depending on the autonomous community (for a used boat between individuals), and if it exceeds 8 m in length or 15 hp, a 12% registration tax on the market value. The trailer for transport is extra: it starts from €1,000 for a jet ski or small boat and goes up to €4,500 for a multi-roller marine trailer for 9-10 m.

What most surprises the novice buyer are the "hook" boats of €12,000 that you see in the showroom, but that's not the correct figure. Between transport, taxes, mandatory equipment, and a trailer, the final price increases by 25% to 40% over the manufacturer's price. We break it down below with correct examples.

Why do boat prices in Spain vary so much?

If you have searched "how much does a boat cost" on Google, you will have found marketplaces that show absurd ranges (from €7,215 to €1.9 million) without explaining what is within those ranges. This range is useless for making a decision.

The price of a boat in Spain depends on five variables that almost no one explains together:

• Length. Each additional meter increases the boat's cost by 15% to 25%, not linearly.
• Hull type. A rigid inflatable boat (RIB) usually costs 20-30% less than a rigid-hull boat of the same length, with the trade-off of less living space.
• Engine. The outboard engine can represent up to 40% of the total price of a small boat. Going from 115 hp to 200 hp on a 6 m boat increases the price by €8,000 to €14,000.
• Equipment. Premium seats, GPS plotter, fishfinder, bimini top, enclosed head, refrigerator, and safety devices can add an additional €2,000 to €15,000.
• Brand and country of origin. Premium brands (Sessa, Capelli, Princess) cost 30% to 80% more than mainstream brands (Quicksilver, Bayliner, Selva) of the same length.

To this, a variable that is often ignored in general guides is added. If the boat is "trailerable" (i.e., it can be transported by road on a trailer). A trailerable boat saves you between €3,500 and €9,000 per year in mooring fees compared to one that needs to remain permanently in port. We will look at this at the end.

Boats without a license: the €3,500 to €12,000 range

This is the entry point into the nautical world. A boat without a license in Spain is one with an engine of up to 15 hp and a maximum length of 5 m. You do not need the PNB (Basic Navigation License) or any other license, but you are limited to navigating a maximum of 2 nautical miles (about 3.7 km) from a port or sheltered area and only during the day, according to the regulations for recreational boats collected by intermediaries such as Seguros Escribá.

What you can buy in this range:

• Basic inflatable boat (Zodiac) 3-3.5 m with a 15 hp engine: €3,500-€6,500 new. Designed for anchoring near the coast, swimming, and occasional fishing. The most economical option for owning something.

• Small rigid boat such as Whaly, Pioner or similar (4 m): €6,000-€9,500 without an engine; €8,500-€12,000 with a 15 hp engine included. More stable than an inflatable, fewer punctures.

• Equipped license-free boat (5 m, 15 hp): from approximately €10,000, according to catalogs like Water Extreme, reaching €12,000 with accessories.

Drawbacks you will encounter:

• Only 2 miles and only during the day. If you live in an area with an open coast like the Cantabrian Sea or the Galician Atlantic, the wind can leave you stranded in an afternoon.

• Reduced capacity. Between 3 and 5 people maximum on boats certified for this category.

• Low resale value. A 5-year-old license-free boat with average use typically resells for 50-65% of its original price.

Cost with trailer included: a marine trailer for a boat up to 5 m costs around €1,000-€1,600 new. "All-inclusive" price to start without a license: €5,000-€13,500.

Small and semi-rigid boats 5-6 m: the €15,000-€50,000 range

This is the best-selling segment in Spain for family recreational use and where the average buyer operates. Here you already need the PNB (Basic Navigation License), which allows you to operate vessels up to 8 m and an engine without limitation, navigating up to 5 miles from the coast.

According to prices published by Seatravel and verified with specialized dealer catalogs, a new 5-6 m rigid inflatable boat costs between €15,000 and €50,000, depending on the brand, engine, and equipment.

Market references in this range (new prices, VAT included, 2026):

• Lomac (5-6 m rigid inflatable range): €15,000-€31,000. Italian brand widely established in the Spanish Mediterranean.

• Zodiac Medline 5.8 m: €18,000-€45,000 depending on engine. It is the RIB reference on the Spanish coast.

• Capelli Tempest 6 m: €19,500-€55,000. Premium Italian brand with a strong presence in the Balearic Islands and Costa Brava.

• Quicksilver Activ 555 / 605: €22,000-€42,000. Brunswick group shipyard (same as Mercury), good price-finish balance.

• Selva D540 Madeira: from €12,500 (basic hull, no engine). One of the most affordable new options in the segment.

Rigid hull or rigid inflatable? For family leisure use with swimming and dining on board, the bowrider type rigid hull boat (open bow with V-shaped seats) is usually more comfortable. For fishing, water sports, or those seeking a more seaworthy hull, the rigid inflatable boat (RIB) is a good trade-off.

The costs with trailer included, a marine trailer for a 5-6 m boat costs between €1,300 and €2,400 new depending on whether it is a monocoque with skids or a multi-roller Flex Roll for easier launching. Total price on the road (boat + trailer): €16,500-€52,500.

What they will misrepresent at the dealership is the "price from" in the catalog almost never includes an engine of adequate power for the length, nor basic equipment (full seating, GPS, fishfinder, swimming ladder). Asking for a firm quote with the engine and minimum navigable equipment avoids 20-30% surprises when signing.

Medium boats 6-8 m: the €30,000-€100,000 range

This is the "sweet spot" for those who want family use with a cabin, bathroom, the possibility of overnight stays on weekends, and autonomy to navigate several miles. This is where the bulk of the sport cruisers and day cruisers market in Spain moves.

Market references (new prices):

• Quicksilver Activ 755 Open / Sundeck (7.4 m): €60,000-€95,000 depending on engine. It is one of the best-selling boats in its segment.

• Quicksilver 65 with Mercury 225-250 XL engine: €95,240-€98,920 depending on version, according to TopBarcos.

• Bayliner VR6 / DX2050 (6-6.5 m): €35,000-€58,000. American brand with good volume in Spain.

• Sessa Marine Key Largo 24-27 (7-8 m): €80,000-€130,000. Premium Italian brand.

• MV Marine 27 GT (7.85 m): €79,370-€87,330, according to Náutica Borrat.

• Capelli Tempest 800-900 (8 m): €65,000-€115,000.

Variables that move the price within the range:

• Single vs. dual engine: the dual engine version adds between €8,000 and €22,000 but is worth it for boats >7 m for safety and maneuverability in port.

• Cabin with head: adds €5,000-€12,000 but multiplies usability if you want to stay overnight.

• Premium finishes (marine leather seats, Garmin/Raymarine plotter, outdoor upholstery, marine music system): €4,000-€10,000.

Cost with trailer: you are already at the upper limit of what can be trailered with a private car. A marine trailer for a 7-8 m boat costs between €2,500 and €3,800, and you need a vehicle with adequate towable gross vehicle weight (ideally with a B+E license or the old B96). A well-equipped 7.5 m boat with a trailer can cost €65,000-€100,000 on the water — equivalent to the price of a premium car, without hiding the truth.

Large boats 8 m+: the €80,000 to €300,000 range (and more)

From 8 m in length, the scenario changes for two reasons:

• You start paying a 12% registration tax, with some exceptions. This is the tax that increases the final price the most.
• You stop trailering it with a private vehicle. The boat will now live in a marina all year round, with the associated annual cost (€5,000-€15,000 on the average Mediterranean coast).

Market references in this range:

• Sessa Marine Key Largo 34 (2025): from €110,000 (offer), reference Todobarco.

• Cranchi Zaffiro 34 (10.35 m): ~€100,000 recently used.

• Quicksilver Activ 875 Sundeck (8.8 m): €130,000-€180,000.

• Princess V40 (12 m, premium sport boat): €350,000-€550,000 used for a few years; new exceeds €600,000.

• Fast boats like Axopar 28 / 37: €130,000-€270,000.

From 10-12 m in length, you are already in the territory of a small motor yacht, where the new price starts at €250,000 and escalates quickly. For reference: a 25 m yacht starts from €3.8 million and reaches €6.2 million with customizations, according to the comparison by ATI Yachts.

New boat vs. used boat: quantified savings and risks

The first-time buyer pays the first year's lesson. According to industry consensus gathered in nautical forums and appraisal data, a boat loses between 20% and 30% of its value in the first year after its first registration. This is the most expensive depreciation of its entire useful life.

The specific figures you will find in the used market (Spain, 2026):

• On Wallapop, buying a used boat is approximately 44% cheaper than buying new, according to the platform's aggregated data.

• On Cosas de Barcos, used motor boats in Spain range from €7,215 to €1,984,453, with most of the inventory between €22,500 and €168,000.

• On Milanuncios and similar platforms, you can find 90s Sea Ray boats from €2,000, up to a 2022 Capelli Tempest 38 at €265,000.

When to buy used:

• If you want a 3-7 year old boat with little use and documented maintenance. In this segment, additional depreciation is much slower, and you buy practically "like new" with 30-45% savings.

• If you plan to buy on a budget (first boat, unsure if you'll "get hooked").

• If you buy a model with high second-hand demand (Zodiac, Quicksilver, Bayliner, Capelli): resale will be easy if you decide to sell.

When NOT to buy second-hand:

• If you don't understand engines and are not willing to pay €300-500 for a professional pre-purchase inspection.

• If the boat is more than 12-15 years old with no documented maintenance. The risk of unexpected repairs skyrockets.

A fact few know: two boats from the same shipyard and year can have a price difference of over 30% based solely on documented care, according to analyses published by Interyachts. The "maintenance log" has real value.

Minimum checklist before buying a used boat:

• Engine hours cross-referenced with boat age (50-100 h/year is average use).
• Dry inspection of the hull's underwater section (most stressed area).
• Documentation: valid certificate of navigability, passed ITB (technical inspection), up-to-date insurance.
• Condition of electronics (GPS, fishfinder, batteries, alternator).
• Outboard engine check while running, ideally with an expert appraisal.
• ITP (Property Transfer Tax) paid or pending: this tax falls on the buyer.

Taxes and hidden costs when buying a boat in Spain

The catalog price is the beginning, not the end. Here's what's added:

New boat (purchase from official dealer):

• 21% VAT. Almost always already included in the manufacturer's "RRP," but always verify the breakdown in writing.

• 12% registration tax if the boat exceeds 8 m in length OR has an engine over 15 hp. This includes practically all recreational boats in Spain, except those that don't require a license. It is calculated on the market value, not on the price you paid.

• Administrative registration cost, flag documentation, and dispatch role: €200-450 depending on the agent and autonomous community.

• Mandatory safety equipment (life jackets, flares, extinguisher, anchor, signal mirror, first-aid kit, tow rope): €250-650.

• Transport from the dealer to your area: €350-1,500 depending on distance and length, if you don't collect it yourself with a trailer.

Used boat (private purchase):

• ITP (Property Transfer Tax): 4-8% of the market value, depending on the autonomous community. Paid by the buyer and calculated on the fiscal value published in the Treasury table, not necessarily on the stated price.

• Registration tax: only if the vessel has not been previously registered in Spain.

• Change of ownership at the Maritime Captaincy: €30-60.

• Recommended pre-purchase appraisal: €250-500.

Recurring annual cost (not a purchase cost but good to understand before signing):

• Marina berth: €2,000-9,000/year on the average Mediterranean coast; €5,000-12,000/year in the Balearic Islands and premium areas.

• Winter storage: €600-1,800/year if you store the boat on land off-season.

• Maintenance and antifouling: €400-1,500/year.

• Boat insurance: €250-900/year.

• Fuel: highly variable; a 6m boat with a 150 hp engine consumes 30-40 l/h.

As a generally accepted industry benchmark, the annual cost of maintaining a boat is around 10% of its purchase price. A €30,000 boat will cost you around €3,000 annually just in fixed expenses, not including fuel. We have a specific analysis on how much it costs to own a boat in Spain.

The realistic calculation: boat price + trailer + taxes

This is what almost no guide shows you: how much a boat costs "in the water" in realistic scenarios.

Scenario 1 — Family with a low initial budget, Mediterranean coast, summer use

• New 5.5m rigid inflatable boat with 90 hp engine: €22,500 (VAT included)

• Mandatory equipment: €400

• Registration and flag documentation: €300

• New single-roller boat trailer: €1,450

Total on trailer and ready to launch: €24,650

Scenario 2 — Family with intensive use, weekend cabin cruiser, Levante coast

• New 6.8m cabin cruiser with 200 hp engine: €62,000 (VAT included)

• 12% registration tax (engine >15 hp): €7,440

• Equipment + administrative registration: €750

• Flex Roll multi-roller boat trailer: €2,950

Total on trailer and ready to launch: €73,140

Scenario 3 — Experienced buyer, 5-year-old second-hand boat, maximum savings

• Used 2021 cabin cruiser, 6.5m, 175 hp engine: €34,500 (private sale)

• ITP 6% (average autonomous community): €2,070

• Pre-purchase appraisal: €350

• Change of ownership: €45

• Second-hand boat trailer in good condition: €1,100

Total on trailer and ready to launch: €38,065

The novice buyer usually underestimates the final price by 25% to 40% if they only look at the manufacturer's "starting from" price. A €22,000 boat becomes €28,000-€30,000 to be operational. Having this figure clear before signing saves you financial disappointments.

Trailerable boat or marina boat: the decision that changes the economics

This is the most underestimated decision when choosing a boat. Trailerable means the boat travels on a trailer by road, lives at your home or in a rented warehouse, and is launched every time you use it. Non-trailerable means it stays moored in a marina all year.

Economic advantage of a trailerable boat:

• You save between €3,500 and €9,000 annually on mooring fees.

• You can sail in different parts of the Spanish and European coast without moving the boat by sea.

• Cheaper maintenance: on dry land, it avoids osmosis, fouling, and accelerated deterioration.

Extra cost of a trailerable boat:

• Boat trailer: €1,000-4,500 initial investment, 15-20 years lifespan with good maintenance (a hot-dip galvanized one lasts significantly longer than a painted one).

• Vehicle with sufficient towable Gross Vehicle Weight. A car with a 2,500 kg GVW can tow boats up to 5-6m; for 7-8m, you need a 3,500 kg GVW and a B+E license.

• Launching time: 15-30 minutes per entry/exit from the water.

When a trailerable boat is suitable:

• Boats up to 8m in length.

• Weekend or holiday use, not daily.

• You live more than 30-40 km from the coast or have access to several sailing areas.

When a trailerable boat is NOT suitable:

• Boats >8.5m: the extra cost of the trailer and towing vehicle outweighs the savings on mooring.

• Almost daily use during peak season (July-August): launching/retrieving daily is tedious.

• You only sail at one fixed spot and prefer to have the boat readily available.

At Remolque.es, we are specialized European distributors of boat trailers. Ours weigh between 120 kg and 200 kg less than the average competitor for the same length, thanks to a hot-dip galvanized chassis construction with 2mm steel (industry standard: 1.5mm). This allows you to tow a boat one meter longer without changing vehicles.

When is a good time to buy a boat in Spain?

The price of a boat is not stable throughout the year. Four windows that change the negotiation:

• October-February (off-season): best discount margin from the distributor, up to 10-15% less on RRP for showroom stock. The best time to buy new.
• March-April (pre-season): new models for the year enter the market. You lose discount margin but gain access to the full inventory.
• September-October (post-season): second-hand boats emerge from owners who "get off the boat" after a summer of use. Abundant inventory, negotiable prices.
• Boat shows (Barcelona in October, Palma in April): special offers tied to the show, promotional financing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the cheapest boat you can buy in Spain cost?

A "barca" type license-free boat of 3-3.5m with a 15 hp engine starts from €3,500-4,500 new (basic models like Selva, Whaly, Pioner). Second-hand examples from the 90s-2000s can be found from €1,500-2,500, although quality varies greatly and it's advisable to check them in person.

What is the price of a 6-meter boat?

A new 6m boat in Spain costs between €22,000 and €65,000 in 2026, depending on the type (rigid inflatable vs. rigid hull), engine, and equipment. Second-hand, the range goes from €8,000 (older model, minimal engine) to €40,000 (3-5 years old, full equipment).

Is a new or second-hand boat better?

It depends on your profile. New is suitable if: you have a comfortable budget, want a warranty, don't want to learn mechanics, and plan to use it for 7+ years. Second-hand is suitable if: you're looking for maximum savings (44% less on average according to marketplace data), don't mind paying for an appraisal, and accept a reasonable level of unforeseen issues. The "sweet spot" for used boats is 3-7 year old boats with documented maintenance.

How much does a boat trailer cost?

A boat trailer costs between €1,000 (for jet skis and boats up to 4m) and €4,500 (Flex Roll multi-roller for 9-10m). The main variables are the boat's length and weight, plus the type of bunk (skids, multi-roller, bunk). At Remolque.es, you can find a complete catalog by length.

What taxes does a boat pay when purchased?

New boat: 21% VAT (usually included in RRP) + 12% Registration Tax if it exceeds 8m in length OR has an engine over 15 hp. Used boat between private individuals: 4-8% ITP depending on the autonomous community. Additionally, administrative costs (registration, flag documentation, dispatch role): €200-450.

How much does a boat depreciate annually?

First year: 20-30% depreciation. Years 2-5: 8-12% annually. Years 6+: 3-6% annually, provided maintenance is up-to-date. Price differences between two identical boats can exceed 30% solely due to the previous owner's documented care.

Do I need a license for a boat?

Only if the boat is more than 5m in length OR has an engine over 15 hp. Below these two thresholds, no license is required, but there are navigation limitations (maximum 2 miles from the coast, daytime only). With the PNB (Basic Navigation Skipper), you can operate up to 8m in length and 5 miles from the coast. With the PER, up to 15m and 12 miles.

Is it advisable to buy a boat on finance?

Like any recreational product, it depends on the financial cost. Spanish marine financing in 2026 has a TIN of 6-9%, adding 12-20% to the total cost over 5 years. If your priority is to maintain liquidity for recurring expenses (which are high in boating), financing can make sense. If you have the capital available, buying cash avoids the extra cost.

Recommendation: how to choose your first boat without making a mistake (3 questions that save you €10,000)

After 15 years distributing boats and trailers in Spain, these are the three questions I ask every customer entering the market for the first time. They differentiate the satisfied buyer from the one who sells their boat the following year at a loss.

Question 1: How many actual hours will you use the boat per year?

• Less than 30 hours/year: it's better to rent or buy a cheap second-hand boat. The fixed cost of owning a boat does not compensate.

• 30-80 hours/year: optimal range for purchase. Here you justify the investment and you don't exhaust the boat yet.

• 80+ hours/year: consider a more robust engine from the start. It costs more but will last you three additional seasons.

Question 2: Are you going to tow it or will it live in a port?

If you trailer it, you save between €3,500 and €9,000 per year in mooring fees. This is the most underrated saving in the calculation. To make it operational you need: a car with sufficient MMA, a B+E or B96 license, and an appropriate trailer.

Question 3: Are you going to spend nights on board or only go out for day trips?

• Day trips: open or sport type boat (without closed cabin). Cheaper, simpler.

• Weekend overnight stays: cabin boat with bathroom. Adds €8,000-15,000 over the open version but multiplies its use.

Having these three answers clear before looking at prices will help you avoid the most common mistake: buying too much boat for your actual use.

If you are going to opt for a trailerable boat and want advice on which trailer suits your car and length, at Remolque.es we will assist you directly: you will speak with the person who will manufacture your trailer and deliver it to you, not with a call center. Speak with a specialist or consult our catalog of boat trailers and nautical trailers in general.