Model Data & Technical Specifications
Production Years: 2007–2012
Production Volume: ~450–500 units worldwide
Production Facility Location: Les Herbiers, France (Chantiers Jeanneau)
Design Team: Philippe Briand (Naval Architecture & Hull Design); Vittorio Garroni / Garroni Designers (Interior & Deck Styling)
Optional Layout Configurations:
- 2-Cabin / 2-Head (Owner’s Layout): Full-beam master suite aft with centerline island berth, private head with separate shower stall; forward VIP v-berth with ensuite head.
- 3-Cabin / 2-Head (Family Layout): Twin double berth cabins aft; master cabin forward with ensuite head.
- 4-Cabin / 2-Head (Charter Layout): Convertible forward bulkhead dividing bow into twin double cabins.
Keel Options & Draft:
- Standard Deep Draft Fin Keel with Bulb: 6′ 8″ (2.05 m) draft; Ballast: 6,512 lbs (2,954 kg).
- Optional Shoal Draft Fin Keel: 5′ 5″ (1.65 m) draft; Ballast: 6,967 lbs (3,160 kg).
Mast Options & Air Draft:
- Standard Rig (In-Mast Furling Sloop, 9/10 fractional): Air Draft (Mast Height above DWL): 64′ 3″ (19.58 m).
- Performance Rig (Classic Tall Rig, Battened Main): Air Draft (Mast Height above DWL): 66′ 1″ (20.15 m).
Engine & Drive System Options:
- Yanmar 4JH4-E 54 HP Diesel (Standard, Direct Shaft Drive or Saildrive).
- Yanmar 4JH4-TE 75 HP Turbo Diesel (Optional Upgrade, Direct Shaft Drive).
- Yanmar 4JH5-CE 54 HP with ZF 360 Docking (“Dock-N-Go” Joystick Saildrive System, offered 2011–2012).
Major Factory Options:
- Max-Power 12V Bow Thruster
- Northern Lights or Onan 5.5kW–6.0kW Generator
- Multi-zone Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning/Heating
- Teak Side Decks and Cockpit Sole
- Harken Electric Primary and Coachroof Winches
- Raymarine Offshore Electronics Package
- Watermaker.
Model Evolution: Introduced in 2007 as a bridge between the 42 DS and 49 DS/50 DS. In late 2010 for the 2011 model year, Jeanneau introduced the optional ZF 360 “Dock-N-Go” rotating saildrive system alongside updated Raymarine HybridTouch plotters and refined interior joinery accents.
Valuation Factors & Market Dynamics
- Layout Premium: The 2-Cabin Owner’s Layout commands a 10%–15% market premium over 3-cabin/charter variants due to high demand among liveaboard couples.
- 75 HP Engine Upgrade: The upgraded Yanmar 4JH4-TE 75 HP engine increases buyer interest and value compared to the base 54 HP engine.
- Teak Side Decks: Factory-installed teak side decks that show seam separation or caulking degradation often trigger substantial price concessions due to replacement costs.
- Shoal Draft Advantage: The 5′ 5″ shoal draft keel carries a distinct valuation premium in East Coast US, Florida, and Bahamas markets.
Competitive Models Comparison
| Specification / Feature | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 DS | Beneteau Oceanis 46 | Hunter 45 DS | Catalina 445 | Bavaria 46 Vision |
| Builder / Country | Jeanneau (France) | Beneteau (France) | Hunter Marine (USA) | Catalina Yachts (USA) | Bavaria Yachts (Germany) |
| Length Overall (LOA) | 45′ 1″ (13.75 m) | 47′ 3″ (14.40 m) | 45′ 0″ (13.72 m) | 44′ 5″ (13.54 m) | 45′ 11″ (13.99 m) |
| Beam | 14′ 4″ (4.37 m) | 14′ 1″ (4.30 m) | 14′ 6″ (4.42 m) | 13′ 7″ (4.14 m) | 13′ 9″ (4.19 m) |
| Standard / Shoal Draft | 6′ 8″ / 5′ 5″ | 6′ 9″ / 5′ 7″ | 6′ 6″ / 5′ 0″ | 6′ 10″ / 4′ 10″ | 7′ 0″ / 5′ 7″ |
| Displacement | 21,826 lbs (9,900 kg) | 23,296 lbs (10,567 kg) | 22,936 lbs (10,404 kg) | 24,500 lbs (11,113 kg) | 27,116 lbs (12,300 kg) |
| Standard Engine | Yanmar 54 HP / 75 HP | Yanmar 75 HP | Yanmar 54 HP / 75 HP | Yanmar 54 HP | Yanmar 55 HP / 75 HP |
| Hull Design Type | Deck Saloon / Fin Keel | Aft Cockpit Cruiser | Deck Saloon / B&R Rig | Aft Cockpit Cruiser | Deck Saloon Cruiser |