If you’ve ever wished for a Princess that feels as raw and connected as a performance dayboat—yet still looks and lives like a Princess—meet the all-new C48 Open. It’s the launch model of the brand’s new C-Class range and the Open version is truly a sun-chasing, exhilarating machine for those that want to live fast and free on the water.
There is also a Princess C48 Enclosed Salon version.
C48 OPEN QUICK HITS:
VIDEO INTRODUCTION
WHAT MAKES THE PRINCESS C48 DIFFERENT?
OPEN LAYOUT, PRINCESS QUALITY
The C48 Open turns the main deck into a coastal playground under a sleek hardtop. Aft, there’s a sunpad; amidships, forward-facing seating with a dining table; along the sides, manual drop-down folding seats that create extra perches for a crowd. Twin wet bars (forward and aft) bring an electric grill, drawer fridge, sink, and stowage into the action so lunch never interrupts the fun. Up front, the foredeck offers flexible seating both forward and aft—your choice of sun or shade.
A TRUE DRIVER'S BOAT
The triple-seat helm sits at the heart of the experience, with a clean, focused layout for high-speed days. Princess backs the pace with a Michael Peters–designed SVVT (Stepped-Vee Ventilated Tunnel) hull, which channels air under the running surface to reduce drag and add lift—translating to higher speeds, better efficiency, and a softer ride when the sea gets lumpy.
CHOOSE YOUR POWER: INBOARDS OR OUTBOARDS
The C48 Open is the first Princess to offer outboards, unlocking maximum deck utility and that immediate, punchy throttle response. Prefer the hush and hydraulic platform options of inboards? Princess gives you that route too, plus a distinct main-deck layout for each propulsion choice so the boat’s social zones work perfectly either way.
A LIFE OF LUXURY BELOW DECK
Standard, you get a lower saloon with convertible dinette, a day head, lobby storage (with optional fridge/freezer), and an aft cabin—enough versatility for spontaneous overnighters. Want a true two-cabin setup? Option a forward cabin in place of the saloon, or go with a lower galley if you’ll cook on board often. It’s a compact footprint with big-boat thinking, and it means the C48 Open is more than just a perfect dayboat—it’s a credible weekender.
SMART PRINCESS OWNERSHIP
Every new Princess ships with Princess Connect—factory-fit telemetry that keeps you and your yacht in constant contact. Monitor systems remotely, get proactive maintenance notifications, and access a digital library of manuals wherever you are. It’s the kind of invisible tech that makes ownership smoother without intruding on the design.
ON-WATER PERSONALITY
The brief is simple: sun-drenched days, adrenaline-fueled runs, effortless connection to the sea. With 53-knot potential and the SVVT hull’s composure, the C48 Open encourages you to stretch your horizon line, then drop the hook for a long, lazy swim. The walkaround layout keeps movement safe and social at speed or at anchor, while Princess’s signature detailing—hardware, stitching, glazing—delivers a premium feel everywhere your hand lands.
HOW TO PURCHASE A PRINCESS C48 OPEN
While this model is entirely brand new and has just been announced, SI Yachts can take your order on the new Princess C48. Please contact us today by filling out the form on this page, emailing us at Sales@SIYachts.com, or giving our main office a call at (718) 984-7676. SI Yachts is one of the largest Princess dealers in North America and can take your current boat in on trade.