2026 Beneteau Antares 8 

2026 Beneteau Antares 8

Antares 8
The ultimate family weekender

More innovative and versatile than ever, the new Antares 8 boasts a range of new leisure functionalities, so you can enjoy maximum comfort and sail in the style and elegance that is a feature of this iconic range.

A supremely versatile boat, perfect for chilling out with friends or setting off to cruise for a few days.

Exterior design
With its sleek lines and sporty allure, the Antares 8 is fits perfectly into the brand’s weekenders line. The stunning design combines style and elegance with a clean, streamlined profile that gives the boat its sporty feel. The Cruising and Fishing versions have two distinct looks, the Cruising version with its sleek, contemporary silhouette, and the Fishing version which is decidedly more sporty. 

Interior Design
The Antares 8 has all you need for cruising down the coast in perfect comfort: a galley area with a fridge and a gas or electric hob. The boat can also be fitted with an air-conditioning system.

The boat has two double berths, one in the cabin and other in the wheelhouse, and can sleep up to five passengers. An extra berth can also be set up in the space under the saloon area. 

THE ULTIMATE FAMILY WEEKENDER
The Antares 8 now comes in two versions, Cruising which provides exceptional onboard comfort and conviviality, and Fishing, the perfect choice for fishing enthusiasts.

HABITABILITY AND MODULARITY
The large flush platforms make it easy to board the boat and provide excellent swim decks when taking a dip in the sea. Lastly, the wide starboard walkway makes it easy to move from the stern to the bow with its huge sun pad.

At the rear, the modular cockpit guarantees the crew a comfortable and secure driving experience. The new stowable table in the saloon lets you convert the bench seats into a large sunpad and is perfect for hosting onboard meals with your passengers.

THRILLING DRIVING EXPERIENCE
The Antares 8 has the flared-hull design that gives the Antares range its exceptional stability and seakeeping qualities. The ergonomic helm station boasts an optional 12-inch control panel. With its 250-horsepower engine, the Antares 8 can reach a top speed of 35 knots.

FITTINGS SPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR FISHING ENTHUSIASTS
Designed for to cater for physically demanding fishing trips, Antares 8 Fishing has an open cockpit that makes it easier to move around the boat; everything about it is perfectly designed, right down to the smallest detail. The rear bench seat is replaced by a fishing station that comes with professional-grade rod holders. In addition to the recirculating livewell tank, this Fishing version also has three storage compartments under the bridge, one of which can take a livewell.

Layouts:

Exterior

• New wet storage
• 3 storage in cockpit floor
• Large protected wheelhouse
• Roof racks
• Larger stratboard sidedeck
• Bow sunpad

Wheelhouse

• Modular saloon seating
• Equipped galley
• New pivoting pilot seat
• New integrated helm station

Cabin

• New storage space with matress option
• Head with shower option
• Forward double berth