The builder has developed a coupe version of its entry-level motoryacht, including a flexible interior and three en-suite guest cabins.

CL Yachts unveiled its latest concept, CLB65 SUV, ahead of the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (May 22-25), where it will be presented to prospective clients as part of the brand’s ongoing expansion in the Australian market. The builder stated that production of the inaugural unit is set to begin by mid-2025 and is expected to be delivered in the first quarter of 2026.

The SUV edition is effectively the sedan or coupe version of CLB65, which had its Asia-Pacific debut in Hong Kong and has appeared at major boat shows across Australia and the US.

Martin Lo, Director of CL Yachts, said: “Coming at the very peak of the yachting season, we are so excited to unveil our CLB65 SUV to the industry. Building on the success of our CLB65, this latest model takes advantage of our five generations of boat-building experience as our sportiest, most compact yacht to date, while still offering the contemporary styling and modern features expected from a CL yacht.”

Designed primarily for owner-operators, with a ZF JMS boat control system on either wing to assist with docking, the sporty 19.7m yacht is powered by either twin Caterpillar C18 or Volvo Penta D13 diesel engines, which enable it to reach 30 knots. Owners can choose RINA Hull Construction or CE Category B Class certifications, while at-rest fins or gyro stabilisation are also among options.

The yacht includes a full-beam hydraulic swim platform, while a transom door leads to a room that can be configured as an enclosed beach club, an activity room for fishing and diving, or a crew/guest cabin with bathroom.

On the main deck, the aft cockpit includes a forward-facing C-shaped sofa and a high-low table that can be lowered and covered by cushions to make a sunpad. Forward to port are an outdoor grill and bar stools facing the galley, separated by a flip-up window.

Super Tomato designed the interior, which is offered with either walnut or white oak décor options. The saloon starts with the galley to port and a C-shaped dinette with a folding table and the option of loose chairs to complete the seating.

Forward to port is a raised C-shaped lounge sofa, where the side window and sunroof can both be opened to let in breeze. To starboard is a pop-up TV that can rotate to face the dining area or lounge,  while forward is a twin-seat helm station.

Accommodation on the lower deck includes a full-beam, midships master cabin with an en-suite bathroom featuring twin sinks. On port side is a flexible guest cabin with en-suite, while the VIP forward benefits from a skylight and has en-suite access to a starboard bathroom that can also be accessed by guests from the hallway.