2023 Malibu Wakesetter 22 LSV: Your Ultimate Water Sports Machine
Why It’s a Standout
• Best-in-class wake & surf performance – Equipped with Malibu’s patented Surf Gate and Power Wedge III, with up to 4,000 lb of ballast, this boat delivers clean, customizable, ocean-like wakes rivaling larger boats in the LSV line .
• Pro-grade hull and propulsion – Choose between the wake-focused Wake Plus™ hull or the multi-sport Diamond MultiSport hull. A big 17″ prop and powerful Monsoon M5Di (360 hp)
offers efficient acceleration and improved steering—even under full ballast .
• Intuitive wake controls – All systems (Surf Gate, Power Wedge, ballast, cruise control, stereo) are easily managed at the helm or via wearable remote. The hydraulic gate system simplifies setup across rider skill levels .
• Size with capacity – At just ~22′, it’s nimble yet spacious. Seats up to 14, with ample storage, premium comfort, and a walkthrough transom and swim step.
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Pros
• Wake versatility across surfing, wakeboarding, foiling, tubing, or skiing.
• Compact footprint means easier trailerability, docking & storage.
• Clean, quiet ride—low cabin noise (under 80 dB) even at speed .
• High-end features: touchscreen helm, premium upholstery, lighting option, fold-down tower, powered swim step, docking/transom cameras .
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How It Compares
• 22 LSV vs. 23 LSV: Nearly identical wake quality, minus a foot of length—often preferred for its compactness without sacrificing performance .
• Vs. Centurion Vi22: Comparable wake quality, but Malibu offers a more modern digital control interface and hydrau-gate system .
• Vs. Axis or other brands: Malibu generally leads in noise reduction, user-friendly ballast systems.
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Market Value
• MSRP new: Approximately $184,600.
• Dealer/retail: Pre-owned, well-equipped models commonly list around $135K, with a few clean low-hour examples in the $130–140K range .
• Pre-owned listings: Prices vary from $127K to $135K for used/newer models .
Asking price:
• Clean, low-hours (116), well-optioned: $129,900
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