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  • Experience Luxury On Water with the 2025 Scout 255 Dorado Step aboard the breathtaking 2025 Scout 255 Dorado, a pinnacle of maritime excellence. Equipped with dual Yamaha engines,... View Details

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  • Introducing the 2025 Scout 195 Sport Dorado - the perfect fusion of sportiness and versatility, designed to make your boating experience thrilling and unforgettable. This remarkabl... View Details

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  • Introducing the 2025 Scout 240 Dorado Experience the epitome of luxury and performance with the Scout 240 Dorado, a masterpiece crafted for the ultimate boating enthusiast. Luxurio... View Details

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  • Experience Luxury with the 2025 Scout 277 Dorado Step into a world of opulence with the Scout 277 Dorado, a masterpiece of marine engineering that promises unmatched performance an... View Details

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  • Introducing the 2025 Scout 215 Dorado Luxurious Design Step aboard the stunning 2025 Scout 215 Dorado and experience the epitome of luxury on the water. Crafted with precision and... View Details

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  • A larger version of our new VR5, the VR6 is also all about space and unparalleled roominess. It combines Bayliner’s category-leading BeamForward™ design and new AftAdvantage™ conce... View Details

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  • Introducing the 2025 Bayliner VR4 Outboard, where style, performance, and versatility come together seamlessly. This stunning boat is designed to elevate your boating experience an... View Details

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  • The largest model in our bowrider family, the VR6 is also all about space and unparalleled roominess. It combines Bayliner category-leading BeamForward design and our signature Aft... View Details

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Runabout Boats on Boatcrazy

Runabouts are versatile, family-friendly powerboats perfect for cruising, watersports, fishing, or just enjoying a day on the water. Compact yet powerful, runabouts typically range from 16 to 24 feet and feature open seating, a small windshield, and an outboard or sterndrive engine. Their lightweight design makes them easy to tow, launch, and store — ideal for first-time boaters or anyone looking for low-maintenance fun.

Runabouts are a favorite for lakes, bays, and inland waterways, offering a great balance of comfort, speed, and affordability. Whether you're tubing with the kids, exploring a quiet cove, or pulling up to the dockside restaurant, these boats deliver reliable performance with a simple, user-friendly layout.

Explore our full inventory of new and used runabouts from top brands. From sport-oriented bowriders to classic stern-drive cruisers, find the perfect setup for your next adventure on the water.

Runabout Boats manufacturers on Boatcrazy

When looking to buy a fun and versatile Runabout boat, consider these leading Runabout Manufacturers

Sea Ray, Chaparral, Cobalt, Bayliner, Four Winns, Glastron, Formula, Princecraft.

Runabout boats for sale in Illinois by State

Runabout Boats Frequently Asked Questions

What is a runabout boat?

A runabout boat is a small motorboat—typically 16–35 ft long—designed for short trips, watersports, cruising, or fishing. They usually carry 4-8 people and are trailer-friendly and low-maintenance.

Common runabout types include bowriders, cuddy cabins, center consoles, walk-arounds, deck boats, jet boats and high-performance sport performance runabouts—each suited to slightly different activities and crew sizes.

Most runabout boats cruise around 30-50 mph, while performance models can exceed 60 mph, depending on engine type, hull design, and length.

Runabouts are great for day cruising, watersports, casual fishing, tending larger yachts, or just enjoying lake and coastal outings. They offer unmatched versatility for recreational boating.

Prices range from around $5,700 for basic used models up to $600,000+ for high-end new builds. Most new runabouts average under $200,000, depending on brand and specifications.

Pros: easy to tow, low-maintenance, multipurpose for fun. Cons: limited passenger capacity, minimal range, few or no overnight amenities, and less suited to rough offshore conditions.