{"id":8817,"date":"2025-05-02T10:03:30","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T10:03:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/?p=8817"},"modified":"2025-05-02T10:03:30","modified_gmt":"2025-05-02T10:03:30","slug":"2025-sunchaser-lucerne-20-lr-dh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/?p=8817","title":{"rendered":"2025 SunChaser Lucerne 20 LR DH"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>    2025 SunChaser Lucerne 20 LR DH<br \/>\n \t<BR><br \/>\n<BR><\/BR><br \/>\n    <!-- no image --><br \/>\n \t<BR><br \/>\n<BR><\/BR><\/p>\n<div>\n<style>.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7K7Z27euk80?autoplay=1&amp;mute=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignwide has-custom-font-size has-medium-font-size is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-layout-3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\" id=\"sunchaserVisit\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/sunchaserboats.com\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#007ca7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Visit SunChaser<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\" id=\"sunchaserBuild\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/builder.sunchaserboats.com\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#007ca7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Build Your SunChaser<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\" id=\"sunchaserDealer\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/sunchaserboats.com\/find-dealer\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#007ca7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Find a SunChaser Dealer<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p>Roto-cast construction continues to evolve for use in building pontoon boats, and Smoker Craft brand boats are leading the way. Typically found in seat bases and the occasional helm station, SunChaser embraces the technology to make a large percentage of furniture and exterior walls on the affordably priced Lucerne 20 LR DH. No less than four roto-molded modules are featured in each corner on the top deck. They not only form the Lucerne\u2019s four primary seating areas in those areas, but also the adjacent exterior walls. Tied together along port and starboard sides with stretches of traditional aluminum fencing and backing panels, the combo strikes a thoroughly modern mix, with the roto-cast material\u2019s matte-gray finish offset by the aluminum\u2019s bright pop of color. The result is an affordable, low-maintenance pontoon with an almost sporty appearance.\u00a0<\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-1-1024x768.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image disable-lazyload\" alt=\"SunChaser Lucerne 20 LR DH cruising\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-1.jpg 2000w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">Handling is quite precise for an entry-level model.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Bill Doster<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<p>Move to the interior and those four roto-cast modules reveal a passenger-focused floor plan. Bow lounges feature forward-facing backrests for those who want to stretch out, with wraparound back cushions for when the crew is ready to socialize. The port bench continues down the entire side until it meets the aft gate. That big comfy couch continues on the starboard side, where it backs up to the captain\u2019s high-back, swilling helm seat. Overhead, a Bimini top, color-matched to the fence accent hue, offers shade to a large portion of the deck. The sculpted roto-\u00adcast helm console features a tilt wheel, gauge array, and Wet Sounds MC5 Bluetooth sound system with four speakers. Swap out the gauges for an optional \u00adHumminbird Helix 5 in-dash GPS.<\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-2-1024x768.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"SunChaser Lucerne 20 LR DH helm\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-2.jpg 2000w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">At the helm, you can swap out the gauges for an optional Humminbird Helix 5 in-dash GPS.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Bill Doster<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<p>Belowdecks, the Lucerne rides atop a pair of 23-inch-diameter pontoons. Our test boat\u2019s 90 hp Mercury outboard proved a value-minded match to the affordable Lucerne. Handling proved quite precise for an entry-level model, with pontoons hooking up to deliver exceptional cornering with just a hint of outside lean. Paired with a 90-horse Mercury outboard, our test boat peaked just short of 27 mph. At a leisurely 13.5 mph cruising speed, its most economical, consumption dropped as low as 2.9 gph.<\/p>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-3-1024x768.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"SunChaser Lucerne 20 LR DH bow seating\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-3-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-3-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-3.jpg 2000w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">Bow lounges feature forward-facing backrests.<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Bill Doster<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High Points<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Roto-cast corner pieces match side-panel colors.<\/li>\n<li>Luxury package adds a power Bimini top, Helix GPS, high-back chairs, mood lighting, windscreen and upgraded wheel.<\/li>\n<li>Standard woven flooring, black anodized rails, Bimini top and five-step ladder.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<section class=\"hydra-container\">\n<div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"513\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-specs.jpg?resize=800%2C513&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"SunChaser Lucerne 20 LR DH performance data\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-specs.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-specs-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/uploads\/2024\/12\/BTGBBG25-PON-Sun-Chaser-Lucerne-20-LR-DH-specs-768x492.jpg 768w\">                <\/div><figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">SunChaser Lucerne 20 LR DH Certified Test Results<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Boating Magazine<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/section>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How We Tested<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Engine: <\/strong>Mercury 90<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Drive\/Prop: <\/strong>Outboard\/Mercury Black Max 10.375\u2033 x 11\u2033 3-blade aluminum<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Gear Ratio:<\/strong> 2.07:1 <strong>Fuel Load: <\/strong>15 gal. <strong>Crew Weight:<\/strong> 155 lb.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pricing and Specs<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Price:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>$37,965 (with Mercury 90)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>LOA:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>20\u201910\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Beam:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>8\u20190\u2033<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Draft (max):<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>NA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Dry Weight:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>1,875 lb.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Seat\/Weight Capacity:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>9\/1,695 lb.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Fuel Capacity:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>20 gal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size aligncenter is-style-fill has-medium-font-size\" id=\"sunchaserContact\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/sunchaserboats.com\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#007ca7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Contact SunChaser<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>SunChaser Pontoon Boats <\/strong>\u2013 New Paris, Indiana; <a href=\"https:\/\/sunchaserboats.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"11055\">sunchaserboats.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/boats\/2025-sunchaser-lucerne-20-lr-dh-pbbg\/\">2025 SunChaser Lucerne 20 LR DH<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/\">Boating Mag<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p> \t<BR><br \/>\n <BR><\/BR><br \/>\n    Boating Tech Team<br \/>\n \t<BR><br \/>\n<BR><\/BR><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatingmag.com\/boats\/2025-sunchaser-lucerne-20-lr-dh-pbbg\/\">Go to boatingmag<\/a><br \/>\n \t<BR><br \/>\n <BR><\/BR><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2025 SunChaser Lucerne 20 LR DH Visit SunChaser Build Your SunChaser Find a SunChaser Dealer Roto-cast construction continues to evolve for use in building pontoon boats, and Smoker Craft brand boats are leading the way. Typically found in seat bases and the occasional helm station, SunChaser embraces the technology to make a large percentage of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4109,1512,126,148,1714,1715],"tags":[127],"class_list":["post-8817","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-2025-pontoon-boat-buyers-guide","category-boat-tests","category-boatingmag","category-boats","category-pontoon-boats","category-sunchaser","tag-boatingmag"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8817"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=8817"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8817\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=8817"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=8817"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krogragg.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=8817"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}