You're 20 miles offshore, running at 35 knots, and the fuel gauge barely moves. The twin MAN V12s hum beneath the salon floor, not scream. Your guests are inside, wine glasses stable, conversation uninterrupted. This is the Sanlorenzo SP92—a 92-foot sports yacht that refuses to choose between speed and civility. It's the boat for the owner who wants to cover 350 nautical miles in a day without arriving exhausted or explaining why the tender is strapped to the foredeck. Sanlorenzo built this for the operator who understands that real performance is measured in how often you actually use the throttle, not just how fast the spec sheet says you can go.
Who It's For
The SP92 is for the experienced boater who has already owned the loud, aggressive sportscruiser and realized it sits at the dock 40 weeks a year. You want speed, but you also want to bring your family, host clients, or spend a long weekend aboard without compromise. This is not a boat for the first-time buyer chasing top speed as a status symbol.
It's for the owner who values range and usability over braging rights. At 35 knots, you get 350 nautical miles—enough to run Miami to the Abacos or Naples to the Dry Tortugas without a fuel stop. That kind of freedom changes how you use the boat. You stop planning trips around fuel docks and start planning them around anchorages.
The SP92 also suits the operator who wants to run the boat themselves on weekends but has the option to bring crew for longer trips. Four guest cabins sleep eight, with proper crew quarters for four. That flexibility is rare in this segment, where most builders force you to choose between owner-operator simplicity and full-service crewed operation.
Design & Layout
Sanlorenzo's layout philosophy is evident the moment you step aboard. The cockpit is not a swim platform with furniture bolted on. It's a proper outdoor salon with a hidden tender garage that keeps the 13-foot tender out of sight and off the swim platform. That single design choice separates the SP92 from competitors that force you to choose between carrying a real tender or having a usable aft deck.
The main salon is full-beam, with floor-to-ceiling glass that makes the 23-foot beam feel even wider. The galley is forward on the main deck, positioned to serve both the interior dining area and the cockpit without crew walking through guest spaces. It's a small detail that matters when you're running the boat yourself or hosting clients who don't need to see the logistics.
Below deck, the four-cabin layout is designed for real use, not brochure photos. The full-beam master is amidships, where motion is minimized. The VIP is forward, with a proper ensuite, not a day head repurposed for guests. Two twin cabins aft provide flexible accommodation for family or friends, and all four cabins have ensuite heads. Crew quarters are separate, accessed from the cockpit, with two cabins and a shared head.
The flybridge is where the SP92 diverges from traditional sportscruisers. It's not an afterthought. It's a full helm station with seating for eight, a wet bar, and sun pads. You can run the boat from up here in good weather and still have space for guests without crowding the cockpit below.
Performance
The SP92 runs on twin MAN V12 engines—2,000 hp in the standard configuration, with a 2,200 hp option available. Top speed is 38 knots, but the real story is the cruise. At 35 knots, the boat delivers 350 nautical miles of range from the 2,245-gallon fuel capacity. That's not theoretical range based on perfect conditions. That's real-world cruising range that accounts for weather, load, and the fact that you're not running at optimal trim every minute.
The hull is a deep-V with a fine entry, designed for efficiency at speed rather than maximum velocity. Sanlorenzo uses waterjet propulsion, which reduces draft to under four feet at full load. That opens up cruising grounds that are off-limits to traditional shaft-drive sportscruisers. You can tuck into shallow Bahamian anchorages or explore the Florida Keys without constantly checking the depth sounder.
The composite construction keeps displacement low, which is how Sanlorenzo achieves this performance without resorting to massive horsepower. At roughly 199 gross tons, the SP92 is lighter than comparable yachts in this size range, and that efficiency shows up in fuel burn and handling. This is not a boat that needs 4,000 hp to hit 40 knots. It gets there with less power, which means lower operating costs and better range.
Ownership Conversation
The SP92 sits in a price range where ownership costs start to matter. New builds are listed around $10 million, and annual operating costs will run $300,000 to $500,000 depending on how you use the boat. If you're running it yourself on weekends and hiring crew for longer trips, you'll be on the lower end. If you're keeping full-time crew and using it heavily, expect the higher number.
Fuel is the variable cost that surprises most owners. At 35 knots, the SP92 burns roughly 120 gallons per hour. That's $600 per hour at current diesel prices. A 300-mile run costs $3,600 in fuel alone. It's not prohibitive, but it's also not negligible. The trade-off is that you're covering ground quickly, which means more time at anchor and less time in transit.
Maintenance on the MAN V12s is straightforward but not cheap. Budget $30,000 to $40,000 per year for routine service, with a major service every 2,000 hours that can run $80,000 to $100,000. Waterjet maintenance is less frequent than traditional running gear, but when it's needed, it requires specialized service. Plan accordingly.
Resale on Sanlorenzo sports yachts has been strong, particularly in the U.S. market where the brand has gained traction over the past decade. The SP line is newer, so long-term resale data is limited, but early indications suggest these boats hold value better than mass-market sportscruisers. The key is keeping service records current and avoiding heavy customization that limits the buyer pool.
Where to Start
The SP92 is the right boat if you've outgrown the traditional sportscruiser but aren't ready to commit to a full displacement yacht. It delivers real speed, real range, and real accommodations without forcing you to compromise on any of them. If that sounds like your next boat, start by understanding your actual use case. How often will you run at speed. How many nights per year will you spend aboard. Do you plan to operate it yourself or hire crew full-time. Those answers will determine whether the SP92 is the right fit or if you should be looking at the larger SP110.
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