Riva 112’ Dolcevita Super Review: Italian Discipline at 112 Feet

“The 112’ Dolcevita Super is Riva doing what Riva does best—adding size without adding noise. The all-GRP planing hull with twin MTU 16V 2000s is a proven package, and the 25.5-knot top speed is honest. The acoustic upgrades and reinforced bulkheads show attention to the details that matter after the first season. The beach club redesign is the standout move—35 square meters of usable waterfront space with drop-down bulwarks that actually work. This is not a boat that will surprise you with hidden flaws, but it’s also not a boat that will tolerate deferred maintenance.

This boat is for the owner who has already owned in this size range and knows what they don’t want. If you need to be convinced that a full-beam main-deck master is worth the trade-off, or if you think a galley belongs hidden below, this isn’t your boat. It’s for the operator who values speed, range, and layout intelligence over Instagram moments. The inverted saloon layout is polarizing, but it works if you actually use the boat. If you’re planning to run this owner-operator, reconsider—five crew is the minimum for a 112-footer with this level of finish.

The secondary market for Riva flybridge models in this range has been stable, particularly in Mediterranean markets where the brand carries weight. The 112’ is too new for resale data, but the 110’ Dolcevita has held value better than comparable Azimut or Ferretti models. Maintenance costs will be higher than domestic builds—Italian fit and finish requires Italian-level attention. Budget accordingly, follow the MTU service intervals, and this boat will run for decades. Skip the maintenance, and you’ll learn why brokers discount distressed Italian inventory by 30 percent.”