Picture this: you're anchored off Capri on a Friday evening, the sun dropping behind the Faraglioni rocks. Your guests are scattered across 540 square feet of flybridge, some at the forward dinette, others at the wet bar, a few stretched out on sun loungers aft. Below, the main-deck owner's suite opens directly onto the cockpit through floor-to-ceiling glass. No climbing stairs to your cabin. No compromise on volume or light. The Ferretti 940 delivers what most sub-100-footers can't: a true widebody layout with a main-deck master, five guest cabins, and the kind of deck-to-deck flow that makes long weekends feel effortless.
This is Ferretti's second-largest flybridge model, slotting just below the flagship 1000. At 95 feet and change, it replaces the 920 with a longer hull, broader beam, and a layout that prioritizes space and separation. The 940 debuted at the 2025 Venice Boat Show and immediately signaled Ferretti's intent: deliver volume, versatility, and Italian design discipline to owners who want a yacht that works as hard as they do.
Who It's For
The Ferretti 940 is built for the owner who has outgrown 70-footers but isn't ready to staff a full-time crew of six. You've likely owned boats before, maybe a Sunseeker 86 or an Azimut Grande 27M. You know what works and what doesn't. You want a main-deck master because climbing stairs after dinner is not part of the plan. You need five cabins because family trips involve adult children, close friends, and the occasional business partner. And you want a yacht that can handle a long weekend in the Bahamas or a two-week Mediterranean charter without feeling cramped or compromised.
This is a raised-pilothouse design, which means the helm sits a half-deck up from the main salon. That configuration creates headroom for the owner's suite forward and keeps the flybridge connected to the interior helm. It's a smart layout for owners who split driving duties between captain and self, or who simply want the option to run the boat from inside when weather turns.
The 940 competes directly with the Sunseeker 100 Yacht, Princess Y95, and Riva 90' Argo. What sets it apart is the widebody footprint and the sheer amount of usable deck space. The flybridge alone offers two distinct dining zones, a full wet bar, and open lounging areas fore and aft. The cockpit features a glass transom borrowed from the 1000, creating a visual connection to the water that most rivals can't match. And the five-cabin layout includes a main-deck master, four lower-deck guest cabins, and crew quarters for three.
Design & Layout
Filippo Salvetti handled the exterior styling, and the result is unmistakably Ferretti: clean lines, aggressive bow rake, and a profile that reads fast even at rest. The widebody design extends the main deck beam to 22 feet, creating interior volume that rivals yachts 10 feet longer. Floor-to-ceiling windows wrap the salon, and the glass aft bulwark in the cockpit keeps sightlines open from the dining table all the way to the swim platform.
Inside, Ideaeitalia shaped the interior with a focus on clean lines and material contrast. Dark walnut veneer meets marble accents and leather-fronted cabinetry. The salon features an L-shaped sofa to port, a pop-out TV to starboard, and a 10-person dining table amidships. A sliding glass door on the starboard side opens directly onto the side deck, creating cross-ventilation and easy access without routing through the cockpit. The galley sits forward on the port side, connected to the salon but closable for privacy. It's compact but fully equipped: full-size oven, induction hob, dishwasher, and enough counter space to prep for a dozen guests.
The owner's suite occupies the forward section of the main deck, accessed via a short staircase from the starboard side. A walk-in wardrobe leads to the main cabin, which features a centrally positioned bed, a small bureau, and a sofa along the bulkhead. The styling here is rich: deep walnut tones, striking marble accents, and a full-width mirror opposite the bed. The ensuite bathroom follows a traditional layout with twin sinks, a large shower cubicle, and the same marble detailing found throughout the yacht. The windows are smaller than some rivals in this segment, but the atmosphere is polished and purposeful.
Below deck, four guest cabins surround a central lobby finished with marble-effect paneling and dark teak veneer. The layout includes one twin cabin and three doubles, all with ensuites. The two VIP cabins amidships offer the most volume, with walk-around beds, double wardrobes, and hull windows that bring in natural light. The forward double and twin cabins are slightly smaller but maintain the same level of finish and attention to detail. Crew quarters forward accommodate up to four in two bunk cabins, each with its own ensuite. A small mess area with seating for two, a secondary hob, and a fridge keeps the crew reasonably self-sufficient.
Performance & Handling
The Ferretti 940 is powered by twin MAN V12 engines in either 2,000 or 2,200 horsepower configurations. The standard 2,000hp setup delivers a top speed of 25 knots and a cruising speed of 21 knots. Opt for the 2,200hp engines and those numbers climb to 27 knots and 23 knots, respectively. Fuel capacity sits at 2,378 gallons. Ferretti publishes no range figure for the 940. That's enough to run Miami to the Abacos, or Cannes to Sardinia, without refueling.
The hull is composite with a displacement of 187,393 pounds unladen, climbing to 216,053 pounds fully loaded. Draft is 7 feet 7 inches, which keeps most Mediterranean marinas and Bahamian anchorages accessible. Sleipner stabilization is available as an option, offering both underway and at-anchor modes. The raised pilothouse helm features triple Simrad displays, proportional bow and stern thrusters, and Ferretti's XENTA-assisted system, which links shafts and thrusters for joystick-style maneuvering. It's not IPS, but it delivers similar precision for docking and close-quarters handling.
The upper helm on the flybridge offers strong visibility and a fixed helm position with minimal adjustment. Integrated cameras feed into the Simrad MFDs to provide clear aft views, compensating for the lack of direct sightlines. The hard top above is substantial, braced by forward struts that cut slightly into the eyeline but don't create blind spots. The connection between the raised pilothouse and the flybridge helm is seamless, making it easy to shift between stations depending on conditions or preference.
The Ownership Conversation
Budgeting for a 95-foot yacht means planning for $150,000 to $200,000 annually in operating costs, depending on usage. That includes insurance, dockage, maintenance, fuel, and crew. A three-person crew is standard for a yacht of this size: captain, engineer, and steward or deckhand. Salaries, benefits, and training add up, but they also buy you the freedom to say yes when the weather's perfect and the calendar clears.
The Ferretti 940 is designed to be owner-operated with crew support, not crew-dependent. The raised pilothouse helm is intuitive, the XENTA system simplifies docking, and the engine room is accessible and well-organized. If you're comfortable running a 70-footer, you can handle this boat with a captain on standby. That flexibility matters when you want to take the helm for a sunrise run or let the crew handle a tight marina approach.
Resale value on Ferretti yachts holds steady in the 80-to-100-foot range, particularly for models with main-deck masters and five-cabin layouts. The 940's widebody design and glass-heavy aesthetic align with current buyer preferences, which should support strong residual values over the next five to seven years. Financing is straightforward for qualified buyers, with terms typically ranging from 10 to 15 years at competitive rates. Getting the specification right the first time is what protects that value, so it is worth having someone in your corner who knows how Ferretti builds, what the delivery timeline actually looks like, and what post-sale support should cover.
Where to Start
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The Ferretti 940 is a serious yacht for serious owners who understand that space, separation, and smart design are what make long weekends and extended cruises work.