Manari 52 Video Review: Loro Piana Interior and 32 Knots on IPS 800s
By the YachtWay editorial deskUpdated October 2026Video walkthrough7 min read
The Manari 52 is the first model from a new brand, designed with Red Yacht Design and built in Turkey. Its interior is trimmed in Loro Piana fabrics, cashmere and leather. We walked her in Miami, fresh from the Palm Beach show, then took her out on Biscayne Bay. With six people on board she planed at 15 knots and reached 32 knots on twin Volvo IPS 800s, without full throttle.
A new brand that starts with the fabrics
We had seen this boat being built in Turkey, and now she has arrived in Miami. The aft deck opens up with drop-down side balconies, and the helm looks like a fighter jet cockpit. Below deck is where she stands apart. Loro Piana fabrics, cashmere and taupe leather run through the salon and cabins, and owners can pick their own from a sample book.
What stood out on board
- A Loro Piana interiorCashmere, suede and leather from Loro Piana throughout, with a sample book so owners can choose their own.
- 32 knots on our sea trialOn Biscayne Bay with six on board, into the wind and not at full throttle.
- Drop-down side balconiesThey fold out at the stern to widen the aft deck by the water.
- A helm like a cockpitLarge Garmin screens, light switches beside them and a suede dash that stops reflections.
- A huge one-piece windshieldIt curves up and across, so you hardly feel the wind at speed.
- 14 cup holders at the bowThree on each side of the sunbed and eight in the table.
Spec sheet at a glance
| Feature | What you get | The benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 52 ft (15.85 m) | Big deck, still a dayboat to drive |
| Beam | 15 ft (4.57 m) | Room for side balconies and wide decks |
| Draft | 4 ft 4 in (1.31 m) | Fine for the Bahamas and the Keys |
| Dry weight | 14 t (30,864 lb) | Light enough for IPS 800s to push past 30 knots |
| Tanks | 660 gal fuel, 53 gal water (2,500 L, 200 L) | Long days without a fuel stop |
| Power (as tested) | 2x Volvo Penta D8-IPS800, 1,200 hp | IPS1200 is also offered |
| Top speed (our test) | 32 kn, not at full throttle | Six on board, into the wind |
| Fast cruise (our test) | 26 to 28 kn at 74 to 80% load | Measured on Biscayne Bay |
| Layout | Owner's cabin forward, twin guest cabin aft, one head | The salon can become a third cabin |
| Helm | Garmin screens, IPS joystick, aft camera | Lights and screens within reach |
| Outdoor galley | Sink, Kenyon grill, fridge | Lunch without going below |
| Design | Red Yacht Design | Built in Turkey |
Aft deck and summer kitchen
The swim platform rises to work as a passerelle for a high dock, or lowers into steps for the water. Just forward there is a large sunbed facing aft, and drop-down side balconies widen the deck.
- Cleats.They fold flush into the hull, so nothing catches your toes.
- Dining.Deep, plush seats around a table with an ice box and eight cup holders.
- Lighting.Spotlights in the hardtop and LEDs under the seats.
- Summer kitchen.A sink, a Kenyon grill, a fridge and a trash bin.
- Side doors.Boarding doors on both sides.
Helm
The helm looks like a fighter jet cockpit, with a leather strip stitched with the boat's name. Two passenger seats sit next to the captain, under a cutout in the hardtop.
- Screens.Large Garmin displays with an aft camera view.
- Switches.Deck and hardtop lights next to the screens.
- Dash.A suede finish that cuts reflections.
- Systems.The control panel sits behind a door under the helm.
- Storage.Large bins under the helm for fenders.
Bow
The one-piece windshield curves up and across the boat. In front of it there is a sunbed, then a forward-facing bench and C-shaped seating around a table.
- Gunwales.High, so it is safe to walk forward.
- Sunbed.A raised pillow and three cup holders on each side.
- Table.Folds up, or lowers to make a second sunbed.
- Charging.Two USB-C sockets, with speakers below.
Lower salon
The stairs are wrapped in taupe leather, and the ceiling is finished in suede and cashmere. There is plenty of headroom, and a long window to port lets in the light.
- Seating.An L-shaped sofa with an ottoman and a TV.
- Coffee nook.A coffee machine, shelves and a fold-out sink.
- Storage.Drawers below, which can become a fridge.
- Layout.The salon can be built as a third cabin.
Cabins and head
The owner's cabin is forward and the guest cabin is aft, with the head between them. Leather, linen-like textures and suede carry through every room.
Owner's cabin
- Bed.A queen with leather panels all around.
- Light.Large windows on both sides, with shades.
- Comfort.A TV, AC controls and USB-C chargers.
Guest cabin
- Beds.Two slightly larger than twin beds.
- Storage.Shelves, drawers and a large counter between the beds.
Head
- Sink.An egg-shaped basin with a black faucet.
- Shower.Behind tempered glass, with a rain shower.
- Storage.Large drawers, unusual for a bathroom this size.
Sea trial on Biscayne Bay
We took the Manari 52 out on Biscayne Bay in a light chop, with six people on board. The bow stayed low and the big windshield kept the wind off.
- Planing.From about 15 knots.
- Low cruise.20 knots at 2,100 to 2,200 rpm.
- Fast cruise.26 knots at 74% load, 28 knots at 80% into the wind.
- Top speed.32 knots, not at full throttle.
- Handling.Full-lock turns were smooth, with no slamming.
The Manari 52 is a strong first boat from a new brand. On deck she has drop-down balconies, a grill and plenty of lounging, and the big windshield keeps the wind off at speed. Below, the Loro Piana fabrics and leather feel nothing like a usual 52 ft dayboat. On our sea trial she planed at 15 knots and reached 32 knots on IPS 800s without full throttle, riding smoothly through the chop.
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