SummaryThe Monterey 180 Edge is a compact 18-foot bowrider (runabout) designed primarily for day cruising, watersports, and family leisure use, considered an entry-level recreational powerboat with a good balance of performance and usability. Key characteristicsType: Bowrider / runabout powerboatLength: ~18 ftBeam (width): ~7 ft 6–7 inHull: Fiberglass, planing designEngine: 135 hp MerCruiser 3.0L (inboard/outboard sterndrive)Capacity: Around 5–6 peopleCoversBow CoverTonneau CoverBiminiOverallLayout & featuresThe 180 Edge follows a classic bowrider layout:Open bow seating in the front for passengersCockpit seating with helm bucket seatBack to Back Sunlounger conversionAft bench/jump seats that can convert into a sun padIntegrated swim platform with ladder for easy water accessIn-floor ski locker for watersports gearHelm with gauges (speedometer, tachometer, switches, depth gauge, CD player)Teak TableIt’s designed to maximize usable seating and social space within a smaller footprint.Performance & handlingThe hull uses a planing design, meaning it lifts and skims over the water at speed for efficiency.With ~135 hp, it offers moderate performance—enough for:CruisingTubingLight watersportsAlso used at slow speeds on the riverIt’s not a high-power wake boat, but it’s suitable for casual recreational use.Typical usesDay trips on lakes, rivers, or calm coastal watersFamily outings or small groupsWatersports like tubing or beginner wakeboarding/skiingAnchoring and swimming (helped by the swim platform) Overall descriptionIn simple terms, the Monterey 180 Edge is a compact, affordable, and easy-to-handle leisure boat. It’s popular with first-time boat owners because it offers:Simple operationManageable size (towable and easy to store)Enough space for a small groupVersatility for both cruising and light sports