Prestige F 4.3: video sea trial of a yacht that runs on rails

Prestige F 4.3 Sea Trial

Our sea trial of the Prestige F 4.3 begins at the flybridge helm station, where we start up the twin 440-horsepower Volvo D6 engines that power this yacht. The weather isn’t ideal—there’s a slight chop—but the boat handles beautifully: it holds its course with confidence, there’s virtually no roll, and the comfort level is outstanding. On yachts of this type, cruising from the flybridge in rough seas is usually uncomfortable, but aboard the Prestige F 4.3, it’s not an issue at all.

Even when we push the throttles, the Prestige F 4.3 rises out of the water smoothly and effortlessly, getting on plane at around 12 knots. We reach a classic cruising speed of 20 knots, and fuel consumption is just 48 liters per hour per engine—clear proof that the boat glides through the water with minimal resistance. We push it to 25 knots and are amazed: the engines run at 3,200 rpm and total fuel consumption stays under 120 liters per hour. Not bad at all for a flybridge of this size. Then it’s time to go full throttle: we push the levers all the way down and hit 31 knots. The stability is impressive—the Prestige F 4.3 cuts through the waves with no slamming, no noise, and no jolts. On board, not even a creak can be heard.

We slow down to 25 knots to test a few turns and see how the Prestige F 4.3 responds. The turning radius is excellent and the boat barely heels over; it genuinely feels like it’s running on rails. In short, cruising aboard this yacht is pure pleasure, delivering a surprisingly engaging experience despite its generous size.

Prestige F 4.3 – Interiors

The layout and interiors of the Prestige F 4.3 stem from creative mind of Camillo Garroni, one of the most visionary designers in the industry. He has managed to stretch the space on this 43-footer to levels usually found on much larger yachts. The main deck is truly striking: the outdoor dinette packs everything you need into a compact area, including an induction cooktop, oven, sinks, loads of storage space, and even a full-size household-style fridge.

Thanks to this layout, the galley also makes room for two side openings that make it easier to move around on board, while most importantly expanding the size of the interior lounge, where a large U-shaped sofa sits next to the helm station. The helm is designed for maximum visibility and ergonomic access to all controls.

Moving down to the cabins, the high standard continues. The master cabin is simply huge—worthy of a five-star suite—with a king-size bed, generous all-around space, ample wardrobes, and a private en-suite bathroom with a separate shower.

The VIP cabin features a centrally positioned queen-size bed with steps on either side for easy access, a large mirrored wardrobe unit, and plenty of additional storage. Its bathroom, also equipped with a separate shower, doubles as a day head for the rest of the yacht.