The Mayla GT is a high-performance luxury speedboat combining retro aesthetics with cutting-edge technology, offering breathtaking speed, unparalleled comfort, and a price tag to match…
There’s something addictive and satisfying about extracting every last drop of juice from a machine, and one perfect candidate of the marine persuasion, is the brainchild of German start-up Mayla – the Mayla GT.
Despite being inspired by retro go-fast boats from the 70s and 80s, the 13 metre GT rocks a futuristic body and the sleek lines of a Space X rocket. With speedboat performance and motor yacht luxe in one carbon fibre package, weight isn’t the enemy here. At 4.5 tonne, the lightweight design features a deep-V hull with twin transversal steps and Petestep deflectors that help it cut through the waves – decreasing energy usage by 35%.
The more than potent base model packs a 969 kW punch that will keep you cushioned to your seat thanks to a pair of Corvette V8s. Along with Vette power, there are also diesel, electric, and hybrid powertrain options.
Looking to make bigger waves? The all-electric option is an ocean missile, capable of catapulting at nosebleed speeds with 1640 kW of ballistic power – without a single drop of fossil fuel used. Of course, redlining around at its 93 km/h top speed will drain the batteries quicker than leaving your interior light on, but if you can afford this floating EV on steroids, the constant cost of a recharge is a drop in the ocean. Of course, why stop at thrilling performance when you can also score an onboard wet bar and bbq area? There’s room for eight to kick back on the sundeck, soak up the sun on the sliding loungers, or have freshly caught seafood lunch while drifting at speeds that’d make the Maritime Border Command capsize.
Need a carbon fibre speedboat/ five-star resort in your life? The Mayla GT is the missing piece of the puzzle. With a starting price of over $1.7 million, it’s time to buy some lottery tickets – stacks of em.
By Bill Varetimidis
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