Azimut Atlantis 51

• LOA: 16.18 m
• Beam: 4.55 m
• Cabins: 3, 2 heads
• Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta IPS 800 (600 hp each)
• Top speed: up to 32 knots, cruise up to 26 knots
• Design: exterior and interior by Neo Design, hull by Azimut-Benetti R&D
• Deck: convertible cockpit, coupe hardtop with sunroof
• Collection: Atlantis sport cruisers

The larger sport cruiser

The Atlantis 51 tops the current sport-cruiser collection and adds a third cabin to the athletic Atlantis formula. At just over 16 metres it pairs fast, sporty looks with real accommodation. It suits owners who want the coupe character with room for a bigger group. The size keeps it manageable for an owner-driver, quick to bring alongside on the joystick without any fuss. For many buyers it is the versatile top of the line, quick enough to thrill and roomy enough to cruise for a week.

Neo Design shaped both the exterior and the interior, and the yard's research department engineered the hull. The design leans on indoor-outdoor flexibility and a light, open main deck. Pod propulsion keeps it easy to handle in close quarters. The coupe layout extends the usable season. It is aimed at buyers who want a fast day boat that also cruises for a week with the family aboard.

Lines and deck

The 51 wears the collection's sporty lines with a coupe hardtop, a sunroof and long glazing. The cockpit converts between lounging and dining, and the open plan aligns the galley with the dinette to unify the space. The swim platform draws guests to the water at anchor. The profile looks quick even at rest. Every line serves the sporty character, sharpened by the coupe hardtop and the long bands of glass.

Deck spaces favour a sun-filled, sociable life afloat, with a versatile cockpit and a foredeck lounge. The convertible layout adapts the boat to the weather and the mood. The bathing platform brings swimmers down to the sea. Wide walkways keep movement around the boat easy. It is built around fast, flexible cruising with friends and family.

A 16-metre sport cruiser with three cabins and a convertible coupe deck that still runs to 32 knots.

Interior and accommodation

Below deck the 51 sleeps guests across three cabins with two heads. The master suite features full-height windows and a retractable vanity, and a midships VIP offers twin beds that convert to a queen. A third guest cabin adds flexibility for a larger group. Hull glazing keeps the cabins bright and connected to the sea. It is a comfortable, modern interior below a fast profile.

Neo Design gave the interior a clean, contemporary finish with clever, space-saving detailing. The open-plan main deck keeps the cook part of the conversation. Storage suits week-long trips aboard. The master suite gives a genuine sense of retreat. It keeps the sporty brief while offering real overnight comfort.

Engineering and pace

Twin Volvo Penta IPS 800 pods at 600 hp each drive the 51 to a top speed of around 32 knots, with a cruise near 26 knots. Pod propulsion brings joystick docking to keep a fast boat easy to berth. The setup gives brisk pace with quiet, efficient cruising. Close-quarters work stays calm and predictable. Few sport cruisers of the size are so approachable.

The hull is set up to feel agile and planted at speed for confident fast runs. Light controls flatter the owner-driver. The boat holds a clean attitude at cruise, flat and composed through fast turns and on a long run. Handling stays confident as conditions build. The 51 delivers its performance with real composure, holding a clean line through the turns and a steady ride on a long leg.

The owner it suits

The Atlantis 51 is for the owner who wants a fast coupe with three cabins and room to stay aboard longer. Buyers who prize looks and pace but need real accommodation will feel at home. Pod handling keeps it easy to run without crew. The coupe hardtop extends the usable season. For many buyers it is the sport cruiser that finally fits the family.

It also suits owners who want a versatile boat for both fast days and week-long trips. The three cabins support proper hosting aboard. For sporty Mediterranean cruising with family and friends, the 51 is a well-judged size. Its looks and pace keep resale interest strong. Owning one blends the drive with real practicality, which is what sets it apart in the sport-cruiser class.

Who it is for: The owner who wants a fast coupe with three cabins and the versatility to cruise for a week, not just a day.