Beneteau’s Antares 12 Coupe: Comfort Meets Adventure

The new Antares 12 Coupe blends all-season cruising capability with refined family comfort, debuting at Cannes 2025 as a contemporary take on the beloved Antares line.
20 Aug

Edited August 20, 2025

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Top-down view of Antares 12 Coupe, showing sunroof, foredeck sunpad, and open aft deck with twin Mercury 400 outboards.

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Antares 12 Coupe: All-Season Cruising in Comfort

Making its world debut at the 2025 Cannes Boat Show and set for its North American premiere in 2026 at the Miami International Boat Show, the Antares 12 Coupe from Beneteau builds on 45 years of Antares heritage. Designed for long passages and coastal exploration, this new model is a versatile cruiser created with families in mind. 

Aft view of Antares 12 Coupe featuring twin Mercury 400 outboards, fold-down terrace, swim ladder, and open-plan cockpit with dining area.

Thoughtful Design for Shared Experiences

Beneteau tell us that every element of the Antares 12 Coupe has been developed for relaxed, sociable cruising. A modular cockpit saloon, forward sundeck with integrated bench, and an electrically deployed starboard terrace provide flexible spaces for entertaining, relaxing or enjoying water sports. 

Below deck, comfort continues with a spacious owner’s cabin complete with a private head and shower. A second guest cabin also features its own bathroom, while a third space can be adapted as needed. Including a convertible saloon, the vessel can sleep up to eight guests. 

Owner's cabin aboard the Antares 12 Coupe, with bed, side windows, and integrated storage.

A Cruiser Built for All Conditions

From sunny Mediterranean anchorages to brisk Scandinavian crossings, the Antares 12 Coupe has been designed for a wide range of climates. Features include an extended protective coachroof, optional canvas cockpit enclosure, and an integrated retractable soft roof. Safe sidedecks offer unimpeded movement from bow to stern. 

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Performance, Stability and Smart Technology

With a high-performance hull and engine options of twin 400 HP or triple 300 HP, the Antares 12 Coupe is said to deliver a confident offshore handling. Joystick piloting simplifies manoeuvring, while an optional Seakeeper stabiliser boosts comfort at sea. Beneteau’s Seanapps connected system adds remote monitoring and maintenance tools for effortless ownership. 

Elegant and Contemporary Interior

Inside, the wheelhouse benefits from ample headroom and a panoramic view, blending smoothly with the cockpit via a disappearing sliding glass door. A large electric sunroof and indirect lighting enhance the refined atmosphere. With premium finishes and a fully equipped galley, the Antares 12 Coupe is set to balances style with practicality. 

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