Dufour's 37 puts an unusually sociable cockpit and an outdoor galley concept into a compact coastal cruiser. The builder gives a hull length of 10.77 metres, a 3.80-metre beam and two- or three-cabin layouts for different types of family trip.
A cockpit designed for the day
Dufour highlights a generous seating arrangement and cooking area facing the water, allowing meals outdoors without everyone moving below. Umberto Felci's hull gives the main deck a broad stance.
Outdoor equipment must be secured for travel, and a meal underway needs different arrangements from an anchored picnic. The actual cockpit should be assessed with table and cushions in their normal positions.
Cabin space and light
The two-cabin plan includes a forward owner's room and a large aft double, while a three-cabin option provides more places to sleep. The yard emphasises the effect of its forward hull shape on internal volume.
The most suitable arrangement depends on the crew and whether they spend weekends or longer holidays aboard. A family should check standing room, wet-weather stowage and the working galley.
Basic published specifications
Dufour quotes a 1.90-metre draft, about 6,747 kilograms of unloaded displacement, 160 litres of diesel and 160 litres of fresh water. A 29-horsepower auxiliary is listed in the official technical specification.
These values help frame expectations but do not determine actual motoring range or a universal berth requirement. Owners should use the signed build sheet for any non-standard option.
A distinct cruising choice
A small yacht with comfortable outdoor living can suit a family travelling between neighbouring harbours rather than demanding a large crew. Even in settled weather, an alternate landing and sensible passage plan remain necessary.
This independently written model feature draws on Dufour's official page and matched model photograph. It does not represent an unannounced 2026 handover.
Primary source: official manufacturer specifications. Independently written by Leisure Boat Guide.