The Aquila 70 Luxury is the flagship of Aquila’s power catamaran range, a 21.3-metre vessel that uses twin-hull geometry to deliver interior volume and deck space normally associated with motor yachts well over 80 feet. Her 8.21-metre beam is the defining statistic: it creates a full-width main-deck saloon and master suite, a flybridge that runs almost the length of the boat, and an aft cockpit and foredeck that function as separate outdoor rooms. Power comes from twin Volvo Penta D13 diesels of 1,000 horsepower each, driving her to a cruising speed around 18 knots and a top end in the low twenties, with joystick control making a yacht of this size manageable short-handed. The catamaran hull also brings the stability and fuel efficiency that have made Aquila a fixture in both private and charter fleets, with a 4,400-litre fuel capacity supporting genuine passage-making. Inside, four guest cabins and five heads accommodate a family or charter party in comfort, finished in a light, contemporary European style with large hull windows throughout. Certified to CE Category A for ocean service, the 70 Luxury is built for owners who want the space and steadiness of a catamaran without stepping up to full superyacht operation and crew.
Length
21.30M
Beam
8.21M
Draft
1.44M
Day Guests
16
Sleeping
8
Cabin
4
Crew
1
Cruise Speed
18KT
Max Speed
23KT
Fuel
4400L
Engine
2 x Volvo Penta D13 (1,000hp)
Naval
Aquila
Exterior
Aquila
Interior
Aquila
New Starting From
€5,800,000
High Price Brokerage
€
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The 70 Luxury rides on Aquila’s proven semi-planing catamaran hull, which trades the outright top speed of a deep-vee monohull for stability, efficiency and a notably level ride. Twin Volvo Penta D13 diesels, each producing 1,000 horsepower, give a cruising speed in the region of 18 knots and a top end reported in the low-to-mid twenties depending on loading. Independent sea-trial figures sit around 21 knots at full throttle, which is typical for a catamaran of this displacement. The payoff is at cruise: the twin hulls reduce roll dramatically, so guests move around comfortably underway and the boat holds its attitude in a beam sea. Joystick control ties the engines and thrusters together for low-speed manoeuvring, making a 54-tonne yacht straightforward to berth with a small crew. A 4,400-litre fuel capacity gives the range for extended coastal and island cruising between fills.
The 8.21-metre beam is what sets the 70 Luxury apart on deck. The aft cockpit is a full-width outdoor living room with dining and lounging, opening onto a broad swim platform at the stern. Above, the flybridge extends across most of the boat’s length, offering a second helm, a bar, sunbeds and shaded seating that together rival the deck space of far larger yachts. The foredeck is given over to a further sunbathing and relaxation zone, reached along wide, secure side decks. Because the hulls carry the volume, none of these spaces feels compromised to make room for the others. Large hull-side and superstructure glazing ties the exterior to the interior visually, and the contemporary, clean-lined styling keeps the focus on usable space rather than ornament. For owners who entertain or cruise with family, the sheer quantity of distinct outdoor areas is the model’s strongest argument.
Stepping inside, the full-beam main deck is the headline. The saloon runs the width of the boat, with floor-to-ceiling glazing and sliding doors that merge it with the cockpit, and forward of it sits a full master suite, a layout the catamaran’s width makes possible on a 70-footer. Below, in the hulls, three further guest cabins and a total of five heads accommodate a family or charter group, each cabin benefiting from hull windows and natural light. The galley can be specified on the main deck or in a hull depending on how the owner intends to use the boat. Finishes follow a light, modern European aesthetic, with pale woods, neutral upholstery and plenty of stowage. The sense throughout is of a yacht that lives larger than its length, with private sleeping quarters genuinely separated from the social spaces rather than squeezed beneath them.
What distinguishes the 70 Luxury from a comparable monohull is the number of independent zones it offers. The flybridge, aft cockpit, foredeck, full-beam saloon and master suite each work as a separate space, so a group aboard can spread out rather than competing for one deck. The swim platform and broad transom make the water easily accessible for swimming and water toys, and the catamaran’s stability means tenders and jet skis can be launched and recovered without drama. Aquila’s background supplying charter fleets shows in the practicality of the layout: service routes, stowage and guest flow are all considered. For a private owner this translates into a yacht that is as relaxing at anchor, hosting guests for the day, as it is underway on passage with family aboard.
Aquila is one of the larger power-catamaran builders in the world, with a global dealer and service network and the production scale that comes from supplying both private owners and charter operators. For the 70 Luxury that means parts, support and resale are better established than for a low-volume specialist. New examples have been listed around 6.3 million US dollars, roughly 5.8 million euros before local taxes, which positions the boat competitively against large flybridge monohulls once the extra volume and stability are taken into account. Running costs benefit from the catamaran’s fuel efficiency, though owners should budget for the maintenance of twin engines and larger systems. CE Category A certification supports ocean passages and widens the resale market internationally. For buyers set on the space and ride of a catamaran at the top of the production range, the 70 Luxury is the natural destination.
Length
21.30M
Beam
8.21M
Draft
1.44M
Guests
8
Cabins
4
Cruise Speed
18Kt
Max Speed
23Kt
Length
16.5M
Beam
7.68M
Draft
1.37M
Guests
8
Cabins
4
Cruise Speed
16Kt
Max Speed
22Kt
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