De Antonio D60 Reviewed

For those who like speed, optional quad 600 hp Mercury Verados are available. Quad 400s are standard. Courtesy De Antonio Yachts

The De Antonio D60 leaned into the 30-knot hard-over turn with the aggressiveness of a slalom skier cutting the most-efficient—and fastest—line down the hill. This express cruiser’s dual-stepped hull form, which is uncommon in this size and class, confidently gripped the flat ocean off Cannes, France, carving a near-perfect circle with minimal wake, moderate heel and no speed bleed. The sense I felt on the bridge deck was controlled, yet exhilarating.

Top speed during my morning with the D60: 45 knots. (The builder says it has seen 48 knots.) That’s noteworthy velocity for a yacht displacing around 50,000 pounds. Cruise-speed range is 25 to 34 knots. Supporting the hull form is a combination of  vacuum-infused fiberglass with carbon fiber reinforcement.

This is a vessel created for cruisers who want all the comfort and amenities for long stays on board, but who also want to enjoy the wind-in-your-hair performance of a sport boat. To that point, a race car driver owns Hull No. 1.

Deep bulwarks and ultrawide side decks make the D60 a true walkaround yacht. Courtesy De Antonio Yachts

The D60’s hull design is part of the performance equation, while optional quad 600 hp Mercury Verado outboards also play a critical role. (Quad 400 hp Verados are standard.)

Taking in the D60’s profile, one would never know this is an outboard-powered vessel. A De Antonio trademark is concealing the outboards, whether on the entry-level 29-footer or this 60-foot flagship. What looks like a simple transom garage is actually the hideaway space for the yacht’s tender and the engines. If access is needed, just push a button and part of the after section lifts to reveal the motors.

Another notable feature is the transformer swim platform. The center section lifts up and aft. Four steps appear, leading down to a sea-level beach club. Guests who aren’t in the mood for dip can retreat to the cockpit and its family-size sun pad. In the middle, there’s a table along with a removable metal container that can hold accessories or ice to keep the champagne chilled. The area can be shaded with a retractable awning that extends from the hardtop.

The owner’s stateroom is amidships, taking full advantage of the yacht’s 17-foot beam. Courtesy De Antonio Yachts

Forward, a U-shape lounge and three loose chairs are set around a rectangular table with built-in cupholders for lunch with a view.

D60 owners can also choose how to outfit the stateroom-size space beneath the cockpit. Without inboard engines taking up the real estate, this cavern is a blank slate. I saw about five people fit inside it without issue. De Antonio says some owners have used the area to stow bikes or water toys. Virtually any request within reason (read: weight considerations) is doable here.

The De Antonio flexible-layout DNA extends to the entertainment-focused foredeck, which is nearly as transformerlike as the swim platform. A lounge is far forward, and is built with eye-catching, double-stitched upholstery. The adjustable backrest lets friends sit back and sip sundowners on the hook. The lounge can also form a second sunbathing space. The entire seating area sits on tracks, and it slides toward the pilothouse. In this position, it is opposite a U-shape lounge and two foldout teak tables. Open the table, and there’s alfresco dining for six to eight guests. This setup takes the idea of a boat being multipurpose to another level. I noticed it took little effort to slide the seating back and forth, too. That’s a sign of thoughtful construction and outfitting.

For hot days, an awning extends out from the hardtop to shade the sun pad area. Courtesy De Antonio Yachts

Another option is to forgo the lounge and add a hot tub, which is what the owner of Hull No. 2 is doing. Look for that boat to arrive stateside in early 2026.

The level of emphasis on the D60’s outside spaces applies to the yacht’s inside areas in equal measure. Sliding doors lead to the salon with opposing settees. A foldout teak table to port creates an indoor dining arrangement. Windows flanking the space drop down to provide salty cross breezes, blurring the lines between inside and outside. On centerline is a TV in a sole-level console that’s one step up from the settees and that provides good views from either side.

What appears to be simple shelving to port and starboard of the TV is actually integrated ladders for access to the D60’s hardtop, which has another sun pad for anyone looking for a quiet hideaway to work on a tan. If owners don’t want the hardtop with a sun pad, a sunroof is available.

With its outboard power, the De Antonio D60 has a shallow-water-friendly, 3-foot-3-inch draft. Courtesy De Antonio Yachts

Beyond the TV, a triple-seat helm layout and U-shape console have the feel of a true command center (think Star Trek Enterprise helm), with clean sightlines,  a gleaming stainless-steel and leather-accented wheel, under-palm throttles, a joystick, bow thruster control and dual Simrad multifunction displays. NBA-level headroom is consistent throughout the D60’s salon and its belowdecks spaces.

An expansive windshield forward, along with superstructure glass, create an atrium effect when descending from the bridge deck to the lower deck. There are two sets of steps leading below. The stairs to starboard end at a foyer forward of the forepeak VIP, while the stairs to port go directly to the galley. Another step down from there leads to the foyer. This setup keeps traffic flowing freely at all times.

There are two- and three-stateroom accommodations plans; the D60 that I got aboard has the former. The VIP has the berth on centerline with settees to port and starboard. This space can be split into two guest staterooms. Abaft the VIP to starboard is a head. In either scenario, the owner’s stateroom is full-beam amidships with an en suite head, a settee to starboard and a desk/vanity to port. A crew cabin is an option in the bow, but most US owners will use  it for stowage.

From the accommodations plan to livability and performance, the De Antonio D60 is a versatile express cruiser that offers a complete onboard experience from stem to stern. I say: results realized.

Open-Air Atmosphere

The D60’s nearly 360 degrees of glass creates a constant visual connection to the sea. But this yacht takes that connection a step further. The salon’s side windows drop, the aft door opens and an optional sunroof retracts, creating an essentially open boat. It’s a great option for owners to have when the mood hits in fair winds and calm seas.

Live It Your Way

De Antonio offers owners a high level of personalization with the D60. For example, the foredeck on Hull No. 1 is set up with a multiuse, wickedly flexible lounge that has slide-on-track seating, adjustable backrests, a foldout table and more. The owner of Hull No. 2,  went with the optional hot tub layout in this same space.

Things You Don’t See

The D60’s sunpad aft is an eye-catcher for its sheer size, and what lies beneath it is a clever bit of engineering. Press one button, and the pad lifts to reveal a tender garage that can accommodate a Williams Minijet 280. The garage then lifts to reveal unimpeded access to the yacht’s quad 600 hp Mercury Verados. Press the button yet again, and everything tucks away seamlessly.

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