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Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau
Designer: Marc Lombard  ·  Builder: Jeanneau (Fra)  ·  First built: 2007
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About the Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau

Jeanneau's Sun Odyssey 49i Performance represents the French builder's commitment to blending cruising comfort with enhanced sailing capabilities. The "Perf" designation signals this yacht's racing-oriented DNA, featuring performance-focused modifications that distinguish it from standard cruising models in the Sun Odyssey lineup. Built during Jeanneau's innovative period of hull design development, this 49-footer incorporates the builder's signature approach to maximizing interior volume while maintaining respectable sailing characteristics. The performance variant typically features upgraded sail handling systems, optimized rigging configurations, and hull refinements that appeal to sailors seeking spirited coastal and offshore passages. Jeanneau engineered the Sun Odyssey series to bridge the gap between pure cruising boats and racing machines, making the 49i Perf particularly well-suited for sailors who enjoy club racing, extended coastal cruising, or crossing open water with confidence. The yacht's French pedigree shows in its emphasis on livability below decks, while the performance package addresses the handling characteristics that serious sailors demand. This model attracts owners who refuse to compromise between sailing performance and onboard comfort, offering a practical platform for both competitive sailing and extended cruising adventures.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 50.20 ft / 15.30 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 43.64 ft / 13.30 m
Beam 15.09 ft / 4.60 m
Max Draft 7.55 ft / 2.30 m
Displacement 30,865 lb / 14,000 kg
Ballast 10,803 lb / 4,900 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 1238 ft² / 115.01 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Marc Lombard
Builder Jeanneau (FRA)
First Built 2007
Last Built 2014
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
20.09
Ballast/Displacement Ballast to Displacement ratio shows what percentage of the boat's total weight is ballast. Higher values generally mean better initial stability and stiffer sail carrying.
30–35% — Typical cruiser35–45% — Stiff performance boatOver 45% — Racing oriented
35.0
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
165.79
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 14.11 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 23.00
J (Foretriangle Base) 18.63 ft / 5.68 m
P (Mainsail Luff) 1,313.00 ft² / 121.98 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Yanmar
How It Compares

vs. C50 Bavaria, Dufour Classic 50, Hunter Hc 50, Oceanis 50 Beneteau, Oceanis 500 Beneteau

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Dimensions
LOA
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
50.2 ft
C50 Bavaria
50.2 ft
Dufour Classic 50
50.0 ft
Hunter Hc 50
50.0 ft
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
50.2 ft
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
50.2 ft
LWL
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
43.6 ft
C50 Bavaria
43.3 ft
Dufour Classic 50
41.6 ft
Hunter Hc 50
45.0 ft
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
43.3 ft
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
43.3 ft
Beam
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
15.1 ft
C50 Bavaria
15.4 ft
Dufour Classic 50
15.1 ft
Hunter Hc 50
15.0 ft
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
15.4 ft
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
15.4 ft
Displacement
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
30 lbs
C50 Bavaria
33 lbs
Dufour Classic 50
30 lbs
Hunter Hc 50
20 lbs
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
33 lbs
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
32 lbs
Ballast
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
10 lbs
C50 Bavaria
11 lbs
Dufour Classic 50
9 lbs
Hunter Hc 50
6 lbs
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
11 lbs
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
11 lbs
Sail Area
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
1,238 sq ft
C50 Bavaria
1,119 sq ft
Dufour Classic 50
Hunter Hc 50
1 sq ft
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
1,108 sq ft
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
1,054 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
20.1
C50 Bavaria
17.3
Dufour Classic 50
Hunter Hc 50
27.8
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
17.2
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
16.6
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
35.0 %
C50 Bavaria
35.3 %
Dufour Classic 50
30.0 %
Hunter Hc 50
30.5 %
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
33.3 %
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
34.3 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
C50 Bavaria
29.2
Dufour Classic 50
Hunter Hc 50
18.1
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
29.2
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
C50 Bavaria
1.93
Dufour Classic 50
Hunter Hc 50
2.21
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
1.93
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
165
C50 Bavaria
181
Dufour Classic 50
191
Hunter Hc 50
97
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
181
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
176
Hull Speed
Sun Odyssey 49I Perf Jeanneau ★
C50 Bavaria
8.8 kts
Dufour Classic 50
Hunter Hc 50
9.0 kts
Oceanis 50 Beneteau
8.8 kts
Oceanis 500 Beneteau
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