The SX120 is the largest yacht in Sanlorenzo’s SX ‘crossover’ range. With an overall length of 36.6 metres and a gross tonnage of 270, it represents a bold step forward in contemporary yachting – introducing a new way of experiencing life at sea through expansive spaces, pioneering technology, and a distinctive connection between interior and exterior living areas.
Nick Hatfield – head of our Sanlorenzo Yachts UK team – answers the most frequently asked questions he receives about this stunning yacht.
What makes the SX120 different from other luxury motor yachts?
The SX120 breaks away from conventional yacht design by rethinking how space is arranged and enjoyed onboard. Rather than following the classic separation between indoor and outdoor areas, it offers a more fluid concept, where openness, adaptability, and proximity to the sea define the experience.
Sanlorenzo describes it as a ‘new paradigm in liveability, creating an atmosphere closer to a floating villa than a traditional yacht.
What does ‘crossover’ mean in the SX range?
The ‘crossover’ philosophy behind the SX line is a synthesis of two types of yacht. The SX120 blends the sleek elegance and profile of a flybridge motor yacht with the volume, functionality, and exploratory spirit of an explorer yacht. This balance allows owners to enjoy both refined design and practical versatility, transforming cruising into a more engaging and immersive experience.
How large is the beach club on the Sanlorenzo SX120?
One of the SX120’s most extraordinary features is its extendable beach area. The yacht offers a generous 40-square-metre beach club as standard, but thanks to opening side terraces, this space can expand to an impressive 70 square metres. This creates a truly exceptional platform dedicated entirely to relaxation, waterside living, and direct connection with the marine environment.
Does the SX120 have a swimming pool?
Yes, the SX120 includes an innovative hidden swimming pool integrated into the beach area. This pool can be covered or uncovered through a lift-and-slide sundeck mechanism to ensure safety during navigation and maximum usability, depending on how the owner wishes to enjoy the space.
What propulsion system does the SX120 use?
The Sanlorenzo SX120 is the first composite yacht to feature Volvo Penta’s pioneering IPS Professional Platform. This advanced propulsion system uses twin 1,000 HP engines per pod, delivering the performance of larger engines while requiring a smaller footprint, improving efficiency, and reducing emissions.
How does the IPS Professional Platform improve the onboard experience?
Because the IPS Professional Platform is more compact, it reduces the space required for the engine room. This technological evolution frees up valuable interior volume, allowing designers to dedicate more room to owners, guests, and crew areas. At the same time, the system enhances manoeuvrability, especially at low speeds, making docking and cruising smoother and more comfortable.
The propulsion system also includes Selective Catalytic Reduction exhaust treatment, which contributes to lower noise levels as well as reduced emissions, resulting in quieter, more serene cruising.
Was the SX120 designed with sustainability in mind?
Sustainability played a central role in the development of the SX120. The yacht’s propulsion platform is engineered to lower fuel consumption and harmful emissions, aligning with Sanlorenzo’s commitment to reducing environmental impact of the yachting sector. The system is also prepared for the integration of hybrid energy sources in the future, reinforcing the yacht’s forward-thinking design.
What is Eco Mode on the SX120?
Eco Mode is a smart feature within the IPS Professional Platform that automatically adjusts engine power according to real-time demand. By optimising fuel consumption and considering the most efficient engine-use scenario, Eco Mode helps reduce emissions, minimise mechanical wear, and extend service intervals, all while maintaining smooth performance underway.
How many guest cabins are onboard?
The lower deck of the SX120 accommodates four guest cabins, one of which has been designed with flexibility in mind. Depending on the owner’s preference, this space can remain open as a lounge or be closed to function as an additional cabin, offering adaptability for different cruising or hosting needs.
Does the yacht include wellness facilities?
Yes, the SX120 can incorporate a small hammam onboard, adding a wellness element that elevates the yacht’s lifestyle offering. This feature reflects Sanlorenzo’s attention to detail and dedication to creating a refined, spa-like atmosphere at sea.
What is special about the SX120’s master suite?
The master stateroom is positioned forward on the main deck. This arrangement is made possible through the yacht’s innovative redistribution of space. The suite enjoys sea views, direct access to a private bow area that can be arranged as a patio or sundeck, with a coffee table and an outdoor lounge.
What is the Smart Island on the SX120’s sun deck?
One of the SX120’s most functional design features is the Smart Island on the sun deck. This modular seating system can be freely configured and enhanced with additional features, creating a private retreat ideal for relaxation with maximum comfort.
Can the SX120 be customised?
Yes, as with all Sanlorenzo yachts, the SX120 offers extensive customisation possibilities. Owners can tailor the layout of key areas such as the upper deck, choose how guest spaces are configured, personalise the Smart Island concept on the sun deck, and select all interior finishes, furnishings, materials, and styling details that reflect their own vision of life at sea.
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