A new year and a new Sea-Doo vs. Yamaha vs. Kawasaki post, but this year is different.
Due to current events, not much has changed with watercraft. Much of the 2022 models will carry over to the 2023 line up. Since there wasn’t a lot of change, most of what was written in 2022 post still holds true.
I want to mix things up a bit; instead of comparing a couple of models with their closest competitor, we’re going to compare them all to each other. This way, you can see everything and draw your on conclusions on what you think is best for your needs.
Jet Ski Manufacturers
For more information, please check out the manufacturers below:
Previous Years
I’ve been doing these vs posts for a few years now, so if you need a previous year model or to look back at what things used to cost, the posts below will help.
Jet Ski Terms
There is a lot of mumbo jumbo when it comes to jet skis, so I created a post to help you better understand them.
I also have a section on how to drive jet skis here.
A section on maintenance for jet skis.
And the common questions people have about jet skis.
2023 Jet Ski Prices
Prices are in USD.
You may have to pay extra charges on top of the MSRP listed below, things like tax, title, and dealer fees.
| Sea-Doo | Spark 2UP 60HP | $5,999 |
| Sea-Doo | Spark 3UP 90HP | $7,299 |
| Yamaha | EX | $7,599 |
| Sea-Doo | Spark 2UP 90HP iBR | $7,699 |
| Sea-Doo | Spark Trixx 2UP | $8,199 |
| Sea-Doo | Spark 3UP 90HP iBR | $8,299 |
| Sea-Doo | Spark Trixx 3UP | $8,799 |
| Yamaha | EX SPORT | $8,899 |
| Yamaha | EX DELUXE | $9,999 |
| Yamaha | VX-C | $9,999 |
| Yamaha | SUPERJET | $10,499 |
| Yamaha | EX LIMITED | $10,599 |
| Yamaha | JETBLASTER | $10,699 |
| Sea-Doo | GTI 130 | $10,699 |
| Yamaha | VX | $11,199 |
| Kawasaki | STX 160 | $11,399 |
| Sea-Doo | GTI SE 130 | $11,499 |
| Kawasaki | SX-R | $11,599 |
| Kawasaki | STX 160X | $11,999 |
| Yamaha | VX DELUXE | $12,099 |
| Sea-Doo | GTI SE 170 | $12,099 |
| Yamaha | VX CRUISER | $12,499 |
| Sea-Doo | WAKE 170 | $12,899 |
| Yamaha | VX CRUISER HO | $13,299 |
| Kawasaki | STX 160LX | $13,699 |
| Yamaha | VX LIMITED | $13,699 |
| Sea-Doo | GTX 170 | $13,999 |
| Sea-Doo | GTR 230 | $14,099 |
| Yamaha | GP1800R HO | $14,199 |
| Sea-Doo | FISH PRO SCOUT | $14,299 |
| Sea-Doo | GTX 230 | $14,999 |
| Yamaha | VX LIMITED HO | $14,999 |
| Yamaha | FX HO | $15,399 |
| Yamaha | GP1800R SVHO | $16,499 |
| Yamaha | FX CRUISER HO | $16,699 |
| Sea-Doo | RXP-X 300 | $16,799 |
| Sea-Doo | Explorer Pro 170 | $16,799 |
| Sea-Doo | FISH PRO SPORT | $17,299 |
| Sea-Doo | GTX 300 | $17,499 |
| Sea-Doo | WAKE PRO 230 | $17,499 |
| Kawasaki | ULTRA 310X | $18,299 |
| Sea-Doo | RXT-X 300 | $18,799 |
| Yamaha | FX SVHO | $18,899 |
| Sea-Doo | GTX Limited 300 | $18,899 |
| Kawasaki | ULTRA 310LX-S | $19,299 |
| Yamaha | FX CRUISER SVHO | $19,399 |
| Sea-Doo | FISH PRO TROPHY | $19,599 |
| Yamaha | FX LIMITED SVHO | $19,999 |
| Kawasaki | ULTRA 310LX | $20,299 |
| Sea-Doo | RXP-X Apex 300 | $20,999 |
Power
Top speed is in MPH.
| Model | MPH | HP |
|---|---|---|
| Spark 2UP 60HP | 40 | 60 |
| Spark 3UP 90HP | 49 | 90 |
| Spark 2UP 90HP iBR | 49 | 90 |
| Spark Trixx 2UP | 49 | 90 |
| Spark 3UP 90HP iBR | 49 | 90 |
| Spark Trixx 3UP | 49 | 90 |
| EX | 50 | 100 |
| EX SPORT | 50 | 100 |
| EX DELUXE | 50 | 100 |
| EX LIMITED | 50 | 100 |
| FISH PRO SCOUT | 50 | 130 |
| JETBLASTER | 51 | 110 |
| GTI 130 | 52 | 130 |
| GTI SE 130 | 52 | 130 |
| Explorer Pro 170 | 52 | 170 |
| FISH PRO SPORT | 52 | 170 |
| FISH PRO TROPHY | 52 | 170 |
| VX-C | 53 | 125 |
| SUPERJET | 53 | 100 |
| VX | 53 | 125 |
| VX DELUXE | 53 | 125 |
| VX CRUISER | 53 | 125 |
| VX LIMITED | 53 | 125 |
| WAKE 170 | 55 | 170 |
| GTI SE 170 | 56 | 170 |
| STX 160 | 57 | 160 |
| STX 160X | 57 | 160 |
| STX 160LX | 57 | 160 |
| GTX 170 | 58 | 170 |
| FX HO | 58 | 180 |
| FX CRUISER HO | 58 | 180 |
| SX-R | 59 | 150 |
| VX LIMITED HO | 62 | 180 |
| VX CRUISER HO | 62 | 180 |
| GTR 230 | 63 | 230 |
| GP1800R HO | 65 | 180 |
| WAKE PRO 230 | 65 | 230 |
| GTX 230 | 66 | 230 |
| FX SVHO | 68 | 250 |
| FX CRUISER SVHO | 68 | 250 |
| FX LIMITED SVHO | 68 | 250 |
| GP1800R SVHO | 70 | 250 |
| RXP-X 300 | 70 | 300 |
| GTX 300 | 70 | 300 |
| ULTRA 310X | 70 | 310 |
| RXT-X 300 | 70 | 300 |
| GTX Limited 300 | 70 | 300 |
| ULTRA 310LX-S | 70 | 310 |
| ULTRA 310LX | 70 | 310 |
| RXP-X Apex 300 | 70 | 300 |
Measurements
Length, width and height are in inches. The weight is in US pounds.
| Model | Weight | Length | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUPERJET | 375 | 95.7 | 30 | 31.1 |
| Spark 2UP 60HP | 410 | 110 | 46 | 41 |
| Spark 3UP 90HP | 425 | 120 | 46 | 41 |
| Spark Trixx 2UP | 428 | 110 | 46 | 42 |
| Spark Trixx 3UP | 439 | 120 | 46 | 42 |
| Spark 2UP 90HP iBR | 444 | 110 | 46 | 41 |
| Spark 3UP 90HP iBR | 446 | 120 | 46 | 41 |
| JETBLASTER | 549 | 123.6 | 44.5 | 46.5 |
| SX-R | 551 | 104.5 | 30.1 | 33.1 |
| EX | 578 | 123.2 | 44.5 | 45.3 |
| EX SPORT | 584 | 123.2 | 44.5 | 45.3 |
| EX DELUXE | 600 | 123.2 | 44.5 | 45.3 |
| EX LIMITED | 602 | 123.2 | 44.5 | 45.3 |
| VX DELUXE | 675 | 132.7 | 48.8 | 47.2 |
| VX CRUISER | 679 | 132.7 | 48.8 | 47.2 |
| VX LIMITED | 697 | 132.7 | 48.8 | 47.2 |
| VX-C | 701 | 131.1 | 48.8 | 47.2 |
| GP1800R HO | 717 | 131.9 | 48.8 | 47.2 |
| VX | 719 | 132.7 | 48.8 | 47.2 |
| GTI 130 | 739 | 130 | 49.2 | 44.8 |
| GTI SE 130 | 739 | 130 | 49.2 | 44.8 |
| GTI SE 170 | 739 | 130 | 49.2 | 44.8 |
| WAKE 170 | 747 | 130.6 | 49.2 | 44.8 |
| GP1800R SVHO | 754 | 131.9 | 48.8 | 47.2 |
| GTR 230 | 774 | 130.6 | 49.2 | 44.8 |
| VX CRUISER HO | 776 | 132.7 | 48.8 | 47.2 |
| GTX 170 | 776 | 135.9 | 49.4 | 44.8 |
| RXP-X 300 | 780 | 130.6 | 49.2 | 44 |
| RXP-X Apex 300 | 780 | 130.6 | 49.2 | 44 |
| FISH PRO SCOUT | 783 | 130.6 | 49.2 | 46.1 |
| VX LIMITED HO | 794 | 132.7 | 48.8 | 47.2 |
| GTX 230 | 805 | 135.9 | 49.4 | 44.8 |
| GTX 300 | 819 | 135.9 | 49.4 | 44.8 |
| WAKE PRO 230 | 829 | 135.9 | 49.4 | 45.2 |
| RXT-X 300 | 829 | 135.9 | 49.4 | 45.2 |
| FX HO | 840 | 140.9 | 50 | 48.4 |
| FX CRUISER HO | 842 | 140.9 | 50 | 48.4 |
| GTX Limited 300 | 849 | 135.9 | 49.4 | 44.8 |
| FISH PRO SPORT | 858 | 146.8 | 49.4 | 45.3 |
| FX SVHO | 858 | 140.9 | 50 | 48.4 |
| Explorer Pro 170 | 859 | 146.8 | 49.4 | 55.5 |
| FX CRUISER SVHO | 860 | 140.9 | 50 | 48.4 |
| STX 160 | 864 | 124.1 | 46.5 | 45.4 |
| STX 160X | 864 | 124.1 | 46.5 | 45.4 |
| STX 160LX | 877 | 124.1 | 46.5 | 45.4 |
| FX LIMITED SVHO | 877 | 140.9 | 50 | 48.4 |
| FISH PRO TROPHY | 898 | 146.8 | 49.4 | 45.3 |
| ULTRA 310X | 1032 | 135.4 | 47 | 46.5 |
| ULTRA 310LX-S | 1065 | 140.9 | 47 | 46.5 |
| ULTRA 310LX | 1089 | 140.9 | 47 | 48.8 |
Capacity
Storage and fuel capacity is in US GAL.
| Model | Storage | Seating | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUPERJET | 0 | Standup | 5 |
| SX-R | 0 | Standup | 6.1 |
| Spark 2UP 60HP | 0.42 | 2 | 7.9 |
| Spark 3UP 90HP | 0.42 | 3 | 7.9 |
| Spark Trixx 2UP | 0.42 | 2 | 7.9 |
| Spark Trixx 3UP | 0.42 | 3 | 7.9 |
| Spark 2UP 90HP iBR | 7.42 | 2 | 7.9 |
| Spark 3UP 90HP iBR | 7.42 | 3 | 7.9 |
| EX | 7.7 | 3 | 13.2 |
| EX SPORT | 7.7 | 3 | 13.2 |
| EX LIMITED | 7.7 | 3 | 13.2 |
| EX DELUXE | 7.7 | 3 | 13.2 |
| JETBLASTER | 7.7 | 3 | 13.2 |
| GTX 230 | 26.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| GTX 170 | 26.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| GTX 300 | 26.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| WAKE PRO 230 | 26.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| RXT-X 300 | 26.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| GTX Limited 300 | 26.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| GP1800R HO | 28.4 | 3 | 18.5 |
| VX LIMITED HO | 28.4 | 3 | 18.5 |
| GP1800R SVHO | 28.4 | 3 | 18.5 |
| VX-C | 30.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| VX | 30.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| VX DELUXE | 30.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| VX CRUISER | 30.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| VX CRUISER HO | 30.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| VX LIMITED | 30.1 | 3 | 18.5 |
| STX 160 | 35 | 3 | 20.6 |
| STX 160X | 35 | 3 | 20.6 |
| STX 160LX | 35 | 3 | 20.6 |
| FISH PRO SPORT | 39.6 | 3 | 18.5 |
| FISH PRO TROPHY | 39.6 | 3 | 18.5 |
| GTI 130 | 40.3 | 3 | 15.9 |
| GTI SE 130 | 40.3 | 3 | 15.9 |
| GTI SE 170 | 40.3 | 3 | 15.9 |
| WAKE 170 | 40.3 | 3 | 15.9 |
| RXP-X 300 | 40.6 | 1 | 18.5 |
| RXP-X Apex 300 | 40.6 | 2 | 18.5 |
| GTR 230 | 42.5 | 3 | 15.9 |
| FISH PRO SCOUT | 43.8 | 3 | 15.9 |
| FX HO | 44 | 3 | 18.5 |
| FX CRUISER HO | 44 | 3 | 18.5 |
| FX SVHO | 44 | 3 | 18.5 |
| FX CRUISER SVHO | 44 | 3 | 18.5 |
| FX LIMITED SVHO | 44 | 3 | 18.5 |
| ULTRA 310X | 44.5 | 3 | 21.1 |
| ULTRA 310LX-S | 44.5 | 3 | 21.1 |
| ULTRA 310LX | 44.5 | 3 | 21.1 |
| Explorer Pro 170 | 52.3 | 3 | 18.5 |
Transmission & Hull
iBR, RIDE and KSRD are all types of electronic forward, reverse, neutral and braking. It’s the best option you can have and makes driving a jet ski a lot easier.
Sea-Doo first released iBR in 2009, Yamaha was in 2015 and Kawasaki in 2022.
The jet skis with “Forward Only” will be the hardest to drive, with manual forward and reverse being easier, and lastly electronic systems beings easiest.
To learn about the transmissions on a jet ski and how they have brakes, see our post here.
| Model | Transmission | Hull |
|---|---|---|
| Spark 2UP 60HP | Forward Only | Polytec |
| Spark 3UP 90HP | Forward Only | Polytec |
| EX | Forward Only | Fiberglass |
| Spark 2UP 90HP iBR | iBR | Polytec |
| Spark Trixx 2UP | iBR | Polytec |
| Spark 3UP 90HP iBR | iBR | Polytec |
| Spark Trixx 3UP | iBR | Polytec |
| EX SPORT | Manual Forward and Reverse | Fiberglass |
| EX LIMITED | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| EX DELUXE | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| VX-C | Forward Only | Fiberglass |
| SUPERJET | Forward Only | Fiberglass |
| JETBLASTER | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| GTI 130 | iBR | Polytec |
| STX 160 | Manual Forward and Reverse | Fiberglass |
| VX | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| SX-R | Forward Only | Fiberglass |
| GTI SE 130 | iBR | Polytec |
| STX 160X | Manual Forward and Reverse | Fiberglass |
| VX DELUXE | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| GTI SE 170 | iBR | Polytec |
| VX CRUISER | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| WAKE 170 | iBR | Polytec |
| VX CRUISER HO | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| STX 160LX | Manual Forward and Reverse | Fiberglass |
| VX LIMITED | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| GTR 230 | iBR | Polytec |
| GP1800R HO | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| FISH PRO SCOUT | iBR | Polytec |
| GTX 230 | iBR | Fiberglass |
| GTX 170 | iBR | Fiberglass |
| VX LIMITED HO | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| FX HO | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| GP1800R SVHO | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| FX CRUISER HO | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| RXP-X 300 | iBR | Fiberglass |
| Explorer Pro 170 | iBR | Fiberglass |
| FISH PRO SPORT | iBR | Fiberglass |
| GTX 300 | iBR | Fiberglass |
| WAKE PRO 230 | iBR | Fiberglass |
| ULTRA 310X | KSRD | Fiberglass |
| RXT-X 300 | iBR | Fiberglass |
| FX SVHO | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| GTX Limited 300 | iBR | Fiberglass |
| ULTRA 310LX-S | KSRD | Fiberglass |
| FX CRUISER SVHO | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| ULTRA 310LX | KSRD | Fiberglass |
| FISH PRO TROPHY | iBR | Fiberglass |
| FX LIMITED SVHO | RIDE | Fiberglass |
| RXP-X Apex 300 | iBR | Fiberglass |
Basic Features
The items are sorted by basic features, this includes the cooling, step (reboarding ladder) and mirrors.
I’ve sorted the chart by step as I find a reboarding ladder to be more important and more useful out of all these features. Many of the models without a reboarding step can have them added for an extra cost.
The mirrors are next in line and often a legal requirement for tow sports in many places. Learn more about jet ski mirrors and if you need them here.
| Model | Cooling | Step | Mirrors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spark 2UP 90HP iBR | Closed Loop | Yes | No |
| Spark 3UP 90HP iBR | Closed Loop | Yes | No |
| EX SPORT | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| EX LIMITED | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| EX DELUXE | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| JETBLASTER | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| STX 160 | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| VX | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| GTI SE 130 | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| STX 160X | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| VX DELUXE | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| GTI SE 170 | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| VX CRUISER | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| WAKE 170 | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| VX CRUISER HO | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| STX 160LX | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| VX LIMITED | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| GP1800R HO | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| FISH PRO SCOUT | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| GTX 230 | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| GTX 170 | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| VX LIMITED HO | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| FX HO | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| GP1800R SVHO | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| FX CRUISER HO | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| Explorer Pro 170 | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| FISH PRO SPORT | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| GTX 300 | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| WAKE PRO 230 | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| ULTRA 310X | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| FX SVHO | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| GTX Limited 300 | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| ULTRA 310LX-S | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| FX CRUISER SVHO | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| ULTRA 310LX | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| FISH PRO TROPHY | Closed Loop | Yes | Yes |
| FX LIMITED SVHO | Open Loop | Yes | Yes |
| Spark 2UP 60HP | Closed Loop | No | No |
| Spark 3UP 90HP | Closed Loop | No | No |
| EX | Open Loop | No | No |
| Spark Trixx 2UP | Closed Loop | No | No |
| Spark Trixx 3UP | Closed Loop | No | No |
| VX-C | Open Loop | No | Yes |
| SUPERJET | Open Loop | No | No |
| GTI 130 | Closed Loop | No | Yes |
| SX-R | Open Loop | No | No |
| GTR 230 | Closed Loop | No | Yes |
| RXP-X 300 | Closed Loop | No | Yes |
| RXT-X 300 | Closed Loop | No | Yes |
| RXP-X Apex 300 | Closed Loop | No | Yes |
Driving Features
Driving Modes
- Touring = Slow take off but full speed.
- ECO = Gives you the best gas mileage.
- Sport = Full power.
- Slow Mode = For no-wake zones, usually limited to 5mph.
- Slo = Kawasaki “touring mode”.
- Speed Limiter / Regulator = Cruise control, called something different because it’s not the kind of cruise control you have in your car.
- Ski Mode = You set the take-off power and top speed, and the Sea-Doo will maintain that every pull for the tuber or skier you’re pulling.
- Trolling Mode = Super slow mode to creep around like you would in a fishing boat with a trolling motor.
- Launch Control = Gives you a quicker take-off by adjusting the trim for you.
Trim
Trim on a jet ski is similar to trim on a boat. The trim raises and lowers the nose of the watercraft. It’s controlled by the nozzle of the jet ski, rarely jet skis have trim-tabs.
Trim is helpful for choppy riding conditions and tow sports. Some models even have trim that auto adjust for racing to give you better bite around corners.
| Model | Display | Trim | Steering | Modes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spark 2UP 60HP | LCD | |||
| Spark 3UP 90HP | LCD | Touring & Sport | ||
| EX | LCD | |||
| Spark 2UP 90HP iBR | LCD | Touring & Sport | ||
| Spark Trixx 2UP | LCD | Extended Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Touring & Sport |
| Spark 3UP 90HP iBR | LCD | Touring & Sport | ||
| Spark Trixx 3UP | LCD | Extended Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Touring & Sport |
| EX SPORT | LCD | |||
| EX LIMITED | LCD | |||
| EX DELUXE | LCD | |||
| VX-C | LCD | |||
| SUPERJET | ||||
| JETBLASTER | LCD | Electric Trim | ||
| GTI 130 | LCD | Sport & ECO | ||
| STX 160 | LCD | Fast & Slo | ||
| VX | LCD | |||
| SX-R | ||||
| GTI SE 130 | LCD | Electric Trim | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | |
| STX 160X | LCD | Speed Limiter + Fast + Slo | ||
| VX DELUXE | Full Color | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | ||
| GTI SE 170 | LCD | Electric Trim | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | |
| VX CRUISER | Full Color | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | ||
| WAKE 170 | LCD | Electric Trim | Ski Mode – Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | |
| VX CRUISER HO | Full Color | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | ||
| STX 160LX | LCD | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Speed Limiter + Fast + Slo |
| VX LIMITED | Full Color | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | ||
| GTR 230 | LCD | Electric Trim | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | |
| GP1800R HO | Full Color | Electric Trim | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | |
| FISH PRO SCOUT | LCD | Electric Trim | Trolling – Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | |
| GTX 230 | LCD | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| GTX 170 | LCD | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| VX LIMITED HO | Full Color | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | ||
| FX HO | Touchscreen | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| GP1800R SVHO | Full Color | Electric Trim | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter | |
| FX CRUISER HO | Touchscreen | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| RXP-X 300 | LCD or Full Color on Tech Package | Electric Trim | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter – Launch Control | |
| Explorer Pro 170 | LCD or Full Color on Tech Package | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| FISH PRO SPORT | LCD | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Trolling – Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| GTX 300 | LCD | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| WAKE PRO 230 | Full Color | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Ski Mode – Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| ULTRA 310X | Full Color | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Speed Limiter + Fast + Slo |
| RXT-X 300 | Full Color | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter – Launch Control |
| FX SVHO | Touchscreen | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| GTX Limited 300 | Full Color | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter – Launch Control |
| ULTRA 310LX-S | Full Color | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Speed Limiter + Fast + Slo |
| FX CRUISER SVHO | Touchscreen | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| ULTRA 310LX | Full Color | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Speed Limiter + Fast + Slo |
| FISH PRO TROPHY | Full Color | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Trolling – Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| FX LIMITED SVHO | Touchscreen | Electric Trim | Adjustable Steering | Slow Mode – Speed Limiter |
| RXP-X Apex 300 | Full Color | Electric Trim | Sport – ECO – Slow Mode – Speed Limiter – Launch Control |
Tech Features
Some models come with GPS, some even have a fish finder added too. Some models are capable of adding GPS, but an extra charge to get the map card is needed. Then we have some models with GPS but it uses your phone’s app built by the manufacturer.
The audio is the stereo system of the jet ski. Just about every model from every manufacturer can have a stereo system added, but a few come with them from the factory.
The security is the “key” to unlock your jet ski. Some manufacturers use a chip on a lanyard, some do it by a chip in a plastic key, and some just use a PIN. A few models have no security at all, so a lock is needed, as talked about here.
Some models of jet skis have a USB port for charging, audio, or controlling your phone.
| Model | GPS | Audio | Security | USB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spark 2UP 60HP | Add-on | |||
| Spark 3UP 90HP | Add-on | |||
| EX | Add-on | |||
| Spark 2UP 90HP iBR | Add-on | Digital RF Key | ||
| Spark Trixx 2UP | Add-on | |||
| Spark 3UP 90HP iBR | Add-on | Digital RF Key | ||
| Spark Trixx 3UP | Add-on | |||
| EX SPORT | Add-on | |||
| EX LIMITED | Standard | |||
| EX DELUXE | Add-on | |||
| VX-C | Add-on | |||
| SUPERJET | ||||
| JETBLASTER | Add-on | |||
| GTI 130 | Add-on | Digital RF Key | ||
| STX 160 | Digital Key | |||
| VX | ||||
| SX-R | ||||
| GTI SE 130 | Add-on | Digital RF Key | Only on Tech Package | |
| STX 160X | Digital Key | |||
| VX DELUXE | Add-on | PIN Code | USB | |
| GTI SE 170 | Add-on | Digital RF Key | Only on Tech Package | |
| VX CRUISER | Add-on | PIN Code | USB | |
| WAKE 170 | Add-on | Digital RF Key | Only on Tech Package | |
| VX CRUISER HO | Add-on | PIN Code | USB | |
| STX 160LX | Standard | Digital Key | USB | |
| VX LIMITED | Standard | PIN Code | USB | |
| GTR 230 | Add-on | Digital RF Key | ||
| GP1800R HO | Add-on | PIN Code | USB | |
| FISH PRO SCOUT | GPS & Fish Finder | Add-on | Digital RF Key | |
| GTX 230 | Add-on | Digital RF Key | ||
| GTX 170 | Add-on | Digital RF Key | ||
| VX LIMITED HO | Standard | PIN Code | USB | |
| FX HO | GPS Map-Capable | Add-on | PIN Code | USB |
| GP1800R SVHO | Add-on | PIN Code | USB | |
| FX CRUISER HO | GPS Map-Capable | Add-on | PIN Code | USB |
| RXP-X 300 | Add-on | Digital RF Key | ||
| Explorer Pro 170 | GPS & Fish Finder | Add-on | Digital RF Key | |
| FISH PRO SPORT | GPS & Fish Finder | Add-on | Digital RF Key | USB |
| GTX 300 | Add-on | Digital RF Key | ||
| WAKE PRO 230 | Standard | Digital RF Key | USB | |
| ULTRA 310X | Add-on | Digital Key | ||
| RXT-X 300 | Standard | Digital RF Key | USB | |
| FX SVHO | GPS Map-Capable | Add-on | PIN Code | USB |
| GTX Limited 300 | BRP Connect | Standard | Digital RF Key | USB |
| ULTRA 310LX-S | Add-on | Digital Key | ||
| FX CRUISER SVHO | GPS Map-Capable | Add-on | PIN Code | USB |
| ULTRA 310LX | Add-on | Digital Key | ||
| FISH PRO TROPHY | GPS & Fish Finder | Standard | Digital RF Key | USB |
| FX LIMITED SVHO | GPS Map-Capable | Standard | PIN Code | USB |
| RXP-X Apex 300 | Add-on | Digital RF Key | USB |
Some models with a digital key may come with them but not be there when you take delivery and must be installed later due to supply chain issues.
Specialty Features
Some jet skis come with coolers, most can have them added.
We also have specialty jet skis, like ones made for fishing or exploring.
| Model | Cooler | Fishing |
|---|---|---|
| Spark 2UP 60HP | ||
| Spark 3UP 90HP | ||
| EX | ||
| Spark 2UP 90HP iBR | ||
| Spark Trixx 2UP | ||
| Spark 3UP 90HP iBR | ||
| Spark Trixx 3UP | ||
| EX SPORT | ||
| EX LIMITED | ||
| EX DELUXE | ||
| VX-C | ||
| SUPERJET | ||
| JETBLASTER | ||
| GTI 130 | Can be added, not included | |
| STX 160 | ||
| VX | ||
| SX-R | ||
| GTI SE 130 | Can be added, not included | |
| STX 160X | ||
| VX DELUXE | ||
| GTI SE 170 | Can be added, not included | |
| VX CRUISER | ||
| WAKE 170 | Can be added, not included | |
| VX CRUISER HO | ||
| STX 160LX | ||
| VX LIMITED | ||
| GTR 230 | Can be added, not included | |
| GP1800R HO | ||
| FISH PRO SCOUT | 13.5 Gal | Fishing Kit |
| GTX 230 | Can be added, not included | |
| GTX 170 | Can be added, not included | |
| VX LIMITED HO | ||
| FX HO | Kit needed, not included | Kit needed, not included |
| GP1800R SVHO | ||
| FX CRUISER HO | Kit needed, not included | Kit needed, not included |
| RXP-X 300 | Can be added, not included | |
| Explorer Pro 170 | Can be added, not included | |
| FISH PRO SPORT | 13.5 Gal | Fishing Kit |
| GTX 300 | Can be added, not included | |
| WAKE PRO 230 | Can be added, not included | |
| ULTRA 310X | ||
| RXT-X 300 | Can be added, not included | |
| FX SVHO | Kit needed, not included | Kit needed, not included |
| GTX Limited 300 | Can be added, not included | |
| ULTRA 310LX-S | ||
| FX CRUISER SVHO | Kit needed, not included | Kit needed, not included |
| ULTRA 310LX | ||
| FISH PRO TROPHY | 13.5 Gal | Fishing Kit |
| FX LIMITED SVHO | Kit needed, not included | Kit needed, not included |
| RXP-X Apex 300 |
Other Features
Debris free is the Sea-Doo iDF system, it allows you to reverse the impeller to free debris stuck in the pump. Normally, when you put a jet ski in reverse you’re only redirecting the thrust with a bucket and not changing the direction of the impeller like you do with a boat.
Tow sports are things like pulling tubes, wakeboards, and skiers. Every jet ski has a tow hook, but some have upgrades to make tow sports easier. While every jet ski has a tow hook, it doesn’t mean they’re all good at pulling. 90 to 100HP will struggle, 101HP to 130HP will be better, 131HP to 230HP is just perfect, and anything over 230HP is overkill for pulling.
| Model | Phone Storage | Tow Sports | Debris Free | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spark 2UP 60HP | Tow Hook | |||
| Spark 3UP 90HP | Tow Hook | |||
| EX | Tow Hook | |||
| Spark 2UP 90HP iBR | Tow Hook | |||
| Spark Trixx 2UP | Tow Hook | |||
| Spark 3UP 90HP iBR | Tow Hook | |||
| Spark Trixx 3UP | Tow Hook | |||
| EX SPORT | Tow Hook | |||
| EX LIMITED | Tow Hook | |||
| EX DELUXE | Tow Hook | |||
| VX-C | Tow Hook | |||
| SUPERJET | Tow Hook | |||
| JETBLASTER | Tow Hook | |||
| GTI 130 | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| STX 160 | Tow Hook | |||
| VX | Tow Hook | |||
| SX-R | Tow Hook | |||
| GTI SE 130 | Watertight | Tow Hook | Only on Tech Package | |
| STX 160X | Tow Hook | |||
| VX DELUXE | Watertight | |||
| GTI SE 170 | Watertight | Tow Hook | Only on Tech Package | |
| VX CRUISER | Watertight | |||
| WAKE 170 | Watertight | Pylon – Ski Mode – Wakeboard Rack | Only on Tech Package | |
| VX CRUISER HO | Watertight | |||
| STX 160LX | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| VX LIMITED | Watertight | Tow Hook – Tube – Cover | ||
| GTR 230 | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| GP1800R HO | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| FISH PRO SCOUT | Watertight | Tow Hook | Standard | |
| GTX 230 | Watertight | Tow Hook | Optional | |
| GTX 170 | Watertight | Tow Hook | Optional | |
| VX LIMITED HO | Watertight | Tow Hook – Tube – Cover | ||
| FX HO | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| GP1800R SVHO | Watertight | Tow Hook – Tube – Cover | ||
| FX CRUISER HO | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| RXP-X 300 | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| Explorer Pro 170 | Watertight | Tow Hook | Standard | Windshield, Bumper, and touring features. |
| FISH PRO SPORT | Watertight | Tow Hook | Standard | Bigger body with the included Fishing Kit |
| GTX 300 | Watertight | Tow Hook | Can’t Add iDF | |
| WAKE PRO 230 | Watertight | Pylon – Ski Mode – Wakeboard Rack | Standard | More features, bigger engine, bigger body than the WAKE |
| ULTRA 310X | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| RXT-X 300 | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| FX SVHO | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| GTX Limited 300 | Watertight | Tow Hook | Standard | Fully Loaded with tech and a cover. |
| ULTRA 310LX-S | Watertight | Tow Hook | Backup Camera and Dock Lights | |
| FX CRUISER SVHO | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| ULTRA 310LX | Watertight | Tow Hook | Backup Camera and Dock Lights | |
| FISH PRO TROPHY | Watertight | Tow Hook | Standard | Fish Kit, Modular swivel seat, Better Battery System, Live Well. |
| FX LIMITED SVHO | Watertight | Tow Hook | ||
| RXP-X Apex 300 | Watertight | Tow Hook | Limited Run – APEX Package (Carbon fiber things) – Steering Damper |
Hi Steven,
I am looking to switch from a Yamaha FX Cruiser HO to a Sea-Doo GTX because of the completely borked fuel gauge on the Yamahas that they still have yet to fix.
I have a question about the GTX 170 vs the 230. Will the GTX 170 feel on-par with the FX in terms of speed and acceleration? Watercraft Journal claims that the GTX 170 feels slower than the FX. Would running the 230 in Eco-mode for longer trips help mitigate that extra fuel consumption on the supercharged 230? Thanks!
Unless you’re racing them both together at the same time, you’re not going to notice much of any difference. Going with the GTX 230 to only run it in ECO would be a downgrade from the 170; I would go with the GTX 170.
I would not be running the 230 in Eco all of the time. Only if the occasion necessitated it, such as when running low on fuel, or long trips.
I guess what I am really asking is…how does the fuel consumption differ between the 170 and 230 if you’re cruising; and how does the GTX 170 “feel” off-the-line compared to the FX HO? They have similar top speed, but I have found some joy in gunning it from idle and getting it to do sort of a “wheelie”.
If you’re cruising, the amount of gas used won’t be too different, it’s when you get to the top speed range that the 230 just guzzles gas. The GTX 170 feels snappy off the line, just like the FX HO. I think I know what Kevin is talking about when it comes to the GTX 170. We’ve both ridden high HP jet skis, he’s even a racer himself, so going from racing jet skis to the 170 can feel lacking, but for people who have not ridden a 300HP+ jet ski the 170 feels fast. I remember my first time riding a jet ski, I’ve done 120MPH in my car before, but doing 70MPH on a jet ski felt a lot faster. It’s all about perspective, if you’re used to the FX HO, the GTX 170 will feel just about the same. The GTX 230 will feel faster, but if all you’re doing is cruising, then it’s a bit overkill. Where the 230 starts to shine is in pull sports.
Hi Steve, great content as usually and thanks for all your hard work. One error though; The VX CRUISER HO 1.8 does 65mph ( I have one and can verify gps, also video review of Watercraft Journal). It’s the exact same hull and engine as the GP1800R HO, which also does 65mph. Thanks and great content!
Thank you for the correction. I found The Watercraft Journals video on the VX Limited HO, which has the same hull and engine, and they report 62MPH @ 7,500RPM (https://youtu.be/1M4LXANvUTs?t=463). I’ve corrected it with it (was 58, now 62). Truck King on YouTube also did a top speed test on a 2021 VX Cruiser HO and only got 57MPH (https://youtu.be/3QZfU9rtHQA) which is where I got the original number from. Rider weight and gear can be a factor along with location, so I do believe you’re getting 65MPh, but I’m going with 62MPH to split the difference. I’ve found it’s better to go with the lower MPH or closer to average, as every watercraft and every riding condition is different. Plus, it’s better to see your jet ski is faster than you realize, than the opposite.