ELAN E4
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 34.78 ft |
| LWL | 33.14 ft |
| Beam | 11.48 ft |
| Draft | 7.05 ft |
| Displacement | 11,314 lb |
| Ballast | 3,119.5 lb |
| Material | 34’ 10”10.6 m |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.7 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Pmainsail luff | 17.85 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15.19 ft |
Accommodation
| Cabins | 2 |
| Berths | 4 |
| Heads | 1 |
| Water | 48.9 L |
| Fuel | 19.8 L |
| CE category | About150 000€(2020) |
About the ELAN E4
Formerly the Elan 350. Rebranded the E4 in 2014 Listed SA = Main and Jib. Gennaker SA - 1184.03 sq ft / 110 m² Optional keel draft: 5.58' / 1.70 m 7.71' / 2.35 m The Elan S4 is a performance upgrade of the E4. Performance enhancements achieved by weight reduction in the hull and deck construction and lighter weight interior. Mast height includes antenna.
The Elan E4 is a modern cruising sailboat designed by Humphreys Yacht Design and built by Elan Yachts, with production records indicating a build year of 2014. While the exact total hull count is unspecified in the available data, the vessel is characterized by a fractional sloop rig and a displacement of 11314.0 lb.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, well-equipped platform for short-to-medium passages, evidenced by the high prevalence of watermaker installations (34 mentions) and extensive canvas upgrades like dodgers and biminis.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 2.05 and a comfort ratio of 20.15, the Elan E4 offers moderate offshore stability, though its relatively light displacement (11314.0 lb) and fin keel suggest it is better suited for protected coastal waters than heavy ocean passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include other modern fractional sloop cruisers from the mid-2010s with similar beam (11.48 ft) and displacement characteristics, such as the Beneteau Oceanis 38 or Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 38.2, which share the Elan's focus on interior volume and performance cruising.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(10 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 5.2 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| 60° | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.7 |
| 75° | 5.8 | 6.7 | 7.3 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.2 |
| 90° | 5.9 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.8 |
| 110° | 6.0 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 8.5 | 8.7 | 9.2 |
| 120° | 5.8 | 7.0 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.6 | 9.1 | 9.8 |
| 135° | 5.2 | 6.4 | 7.3 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.7 | 10.1 |
| 150° | 4.4 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.7 |
| Beat VMG | 3.4 | 4.1 | 4.7 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Run VMG | 3.8 | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 7.1 | 7.8 |
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
5 listings · boat years 2012–2022 · median $149,594
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 34.78ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Articles & Reviews
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 4 systems for the ELAN E4, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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