Australian-constructed luxury yacht, drawing inspiration from the Mediterranean, measures an impressive 45 feet.
Riviera's 4300 Sports Express Makes International Debut at Cannes Yachting Festival
The Riviera 4300 Sports Express, a modern Australian-designed yacht inspired by Mediterranean styling, is set to make its international premiere at the prestigious Cannes Yachting Festival in September. This marks the largest international display by Riviera at any boat show.
The 4300 Sports Express, measuring 13.88 meters or 45 feet 6 inches, is a spacious vessel that offers accommodation for five adults. It features a private master stateroom, an aft cabin, a lavish bathroom, main galley, and TV lounge, making it suitable for overnight or longer stays. The yacht's central living space is the spacious saloon deck, which boasts a helm, dining area, wet bar, and 360-degree views.
The yacht is powered by twin diesel Volvo Penta IPS 600 engines rated at 324 kW (440 hp) each, or optionally IPS 650 engines at 353 kW (480 hp) each. This provides good acceleration and cruising speeds in the low 20-knot range in ocean conditions and up to 34 knots in flat water. The yacht is designed for ease of solo handling with advanced IPS drive technology, including station-holding capabilities which improve maneuverability and safety when managing onboard distractions.
Riviera exports around 65 percent of its annual production each year, with Europe being an established market since 1985. The 4300 Sports Express has been well received in Europe, with its elegant Mediterranean influence combined with Australian build quality expected to strongly appeal to European buyers, particularly in premier yachting regions such as the Turquoise Coast of Türkiye's Göcek area, where one unit is already headed.
The blend of sporty performance, luxurious comfort, and thoughtful design features tailored for Mediterranean cruising positions the 4300 Sports Express as a competitive and popular choice for European yacht buyers seeking an expressive yet practical model with Australian pedigree.
In addition to the 4300 Sports Express, the Riviera fleet will display 13 luxury motor yachts at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in late October. The 4600 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition and the 395 SUV will also make their debuts at the show. The sporty 395 SUV will also be part of the Riviera fleet at the Cannes Yachting Festival.
The 4300 Sports Express boasts an open-plan sports deck, a sun deck, and a sea deck designed for lounging, dining, entertaining, relaxing at anchor, and water sports. Its open-plan design and spacious living areas make it an ideal choice for sun-loving Europeans seeking a luxurious yet practical yacht for Mediterranean cruising.
This article was written by Rachel Cormack, a digital editor at our website.
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The spacious Riviera 4300 Sports Express, with its elegant Mediterranean influence and Australian build quality, offers an ideal lifestyle for sun-loving Europeans who appreciate outdoor-living and home-and-garden comforts while cruising. Its open-plan design and spacious living areas make it perfect for lounging, dining, entertaining, relaxing at anchor, and even outdoor water sports.
