ZAR 95 Sport Luxury

Sport Luxury

Design & Styling

The ZAR 95 SL represents the highest level of ZAR Formenti’s Sport Luxury philosophy:

Aggressive sporty profile combined with elegant Italian styling.
Premium upholstery and customizable colour combinations.
Large ergonomic sport console.
High-quality stainless-steel details.
Spacious deck design normally associated with much larger yachts.

Deck Layout & Comfort

The ZAR 95 Sport Luxury is designed around maximum usable living space.

Forward Area

Large convertible dinette for up to approximately 8 people.
Converts into a large sunbed (about 2.70 × 1.80 m).
Storage compartments integrated below the deck.
Electric anchor windlass option.

Helm Area

Sport-style ergonomic console.
Space for advanced navigation electronics.
Comfortable pilot and co-pilot seats.
Access to the interior cabin area.

Aft Cockpit

Large C-shaped sofa.
Optional dining table.
Convertible aft sunbed (approximately 2.00 × 1.30 m).
Wide bathing platforms around the engines.

Cabin & Overnight Capability

Unlike many RIBs of similar size, the ZAR 95 SL offers genuine cruising accommodation:

Separate enclosed cabin.
Double berth.
Separate bathroom compartment.
Marine toilet.
Wash basin.
Shower.
Storage areas.
Optional refrigerator and galley equipment.

This makes it suitable not only for day cruising but also for weekend trips and overnight stays at anchor.

Performance & Navigation

The ZAR 95 SL uses ZAR Formenti’s characteristic hull design:

Deep-V bow entry for smoother wave penetration.
Extended underwater hull for stability.
Side tunnels improving lift and efficiency.
Dry ride with reduced spray.
Excellent directional stability at speed.

With 500–700 hp available, the boat offers powerful acceleration while maintaining the comfort expected from a luxury cruiser.

Typical Equipment & Options

Available equipment includes:

T-top with integrated protection.
Electric anchor windlass.
Navigation electronics.
Refrigerator.
Wet bar / sink options.
Freshwater shower.
Marine audio system.
Teak-style decking.
Underwater lighting.
Premium upholstery packages.

ZAR 85 SL vs ZAR 95 SL

FeatureZAR 85 Sport LuxuryZAR 95 Sport LuxuryLength~8.5 m9.6 mBeam~3.2 m3.3 mCapacity~12–14 peopleUp to 16 peopleCabinCompact accommodationFull cabin + separate bathroomFuel capacitySmaller~600 LMaximum power~500 hp700 hpBest useLuxury day cruisingExtended cruising & yacht tender.

Ideal Uses

The ZAR 95 Sport Luxury is particularly suited for:

Mediterranean cruising
Island hopping
Luxury yacht tender operations
Family and guest excursions
Diving and water sports
Weekend coastal cruising

The ZAR 95 SL is essentially a luxury cruiser in RIB form: it combines the safety and handling advantages of an inflatable boat with the comfort, space, and amenities normally found on a much larger motorboat.

Specifications

Specification ZAR 95 Sport Luxury

Length overall 9.60 m / 31'6"
Beam 3.30 m / 10'10"
Internal walking length 9.60 m
Internal walking width 2.50 m
Width between tubes 2.05 m
Tube diameter 60 cm / 23.6"
Tube compartments 6
Capacity 14–16 persons — to be confirmed
Net weight ~2,500 kg ±10%, without liquids or engine
CE category C – Coastal
Minimum power 350 hp
Recommended power 500 hp
Maximum power 700 hp
Engine shaft XXL single / XL twin
Maximum engine weight 730 kg
Fuel capacity ~600 L / 160 US gal
Freshwater capacity ~140 L / 37 US gal

Standard Equipment

1. Standard equipment

The 95 SL has an exceptionally complete standard specification.

Helm
Two-person helm console
Hydraulic steering
Sport steering wheel
Two glove compartments
Electrical switch/fuse panel
Dual adjustable helm/navigator seats
Pivoting leaning bolsters
Ergonomic sport-console design

The helm is intended for both seated and leaning/semi-standing operation.

2. Accommodation — a major feature

The 95 SL has two separate interior rooms, which is one of its defining characteristics.

Room 1 — head/shower compartment

Standard:

Electric marine toilet
Waste/black-water tank
Washbasin
Shower
Integrated storage lockers
2 LED lights
Room 2 — bedroom

Standard:

Double berth
Integrated storage lockers
2 LED lights
Cabin cushions

This is a significant step beyond the 85 SL: on the 95, the marine toilet with waste tank is already standard, rather than being an optional addition.

3. Galley — standard

The galley is located behind/below the helm station.

Standard:

2- or 3-burner stove
Stainless-steel/sink work area
Sink covered by a nylon cutting board
64-L refrigerator
Large galley-storage compartment
Gas installation not included
Refrigerator upgrade

You can replace the standard refrigerator with:

90-L stainless-steel refrigerator
Two drawers

4. Freshwater and shower system

Standard equipment includes:

Pressurized freshwater system
Integral ~140-L freshwater tank
Shower
Water-pressure system

This is a substantial freshwater capacity for a RIB and appropriate for the 95's cruising/overnight role.

5. Seating and sun lounges
Forward

The bow has a large dinette:

Seating for up to 8 people
Large dining table
Converts into a very large sunpad

The resulting forward sunpad is approximately:

2.70 × 1.80 m

There is also:

Two-person seat ahead of the console
Convertible front seat/chaise longue
Fitted bow backrest cushions
Aft

The stern has:

Large C-shaped sofa
Aft table
Aft backrest cushions

With the table lowered, the aft area converts into a:

2.00 × 1.30 m sunbed

6. Fuel and storage
Standard fuel
Approximately 600 L
CE-standard installation

That is a very substantial tank for a 9.6-m RIB and is one of the reasons the 95 is capable of serious coastal cruising.

Storage

Standard storage includes:

Anchor locker
2 large bow storage compartments
2 small aft-side compartments
Large central aft locker
2 spacious aft storage compartments
Galley storage
Bedroom storage
Head/shower storage

Gas actuators are provided for the bow locker and three aft locker lids.

7. Deck and stern

Standard:

Twin stern bathing platforms
Stainless-steel folding boarding ladder on port side
Stainless-steel handrails around the cockpit
4 stainless-steel cleats
3 stainless-steel lifting eyes
Double heavy-duty rubber bumper
Anchor roller
Stainless-steel anchor plate
Anchor locker

The anchor system is factory-prepared for an electric windlass.

8. Anchor and bilge
Standard
14-kg stainless-steel anchor
Stainless-steel anchor roller
Electric bilge pump
Option

Electric anchor windlass, complete with:

Motor
Cables
Chain
Line
Dual controls:
Helm
Anchor locker

On a 9.6-m / 2.5-ton-plus RIB, I would consider the windlass an essential option.

9. Sun protection

The standard 95 SL includes:

Retractable Bimini

It is concealed inside the aft cockpit and uses actuators for automatic opening.

This is a very clean solution because the Bimini disappears into the boat rather than remaining as a permanent frame over the cockpit.