231 CE
Description
Sized right for every adventure — from skinny water to the open bay.
Built on Grady-White’s SeaV²® hull, the 231 Coastal Explorer delivers sportscar-like handling, impressive rough-water performance, and agility for shallow water fishing. Compact yet capable, it’s the perfect 23-foot inshore boat for anglers and families alike—combining craftsmanship, comfort, and adventure in one versatile package.
Engine Options
- Top Speed
48.8 MPH @ 5950 RPM
- Optimum Cruise
27.9 MPH @ 3500 RPM
- GPH at Optimum Cruise
7.8
- MPG at Optimum Cruise
3.58
250 Yamaha Four-StrokeSINGLE
SINGLE
- Top Speed
50.4 MPH @ 6000 RPM
- Optimum Cruise
29.5 MPH @ 3700 RPM
- GPH at Optimum Cruise
8.8
- MPG at Optimum Cruise
3.35
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SINGLE
Safety
Automatic bilge pump (1500 GPH) (5678 LPH)
Basic flotation
Bow grab rails - low profile 316 grade stainless steel
Self-bailing cockpit w/cockpit drains (2)
Stern grab rails - low profile 316 grade stainless steel
Cockpit & Deck
100% hand laid SeaV² hull & deck
Batteries (2) w/battery select switch (1)
Cleats - flush mount (pull up)
Cockpit freshwater shower (recessed)
Cockpit lights - blue LED
Drink holders - stainless steel (8)
Engine flush system w/hose attachment aft
Fish box - 277-qt. (262.1 l) forward insulated fish box w/overboard drain
Hydraulic trim tabs w/indicator & retractor
International lighting
Ladder - aft swim ladder
Rod holders - cockpit (4)
Rod storage - forward vertical (4) & aft vertical (3)
Rubrail - high density PVC w/stainless steel insert
Seating - aft jump seats (2) w/innovative swing-open, walk-through backrests
Seating - Deluxe lean bar w/backrest, lockable storage, rod holders (4), knife & plier holder, 25-gallon (95 l) insulated raw water livewell w/light, full column distribution inlet & ob drain (800 GPH pump) (3028 LPH)
Seating - bow cushioned seating w/electromechanically adjustable backrests (2)
Stereo system w/waterproof touch screen display, AM/FM tuner & Wi-Fi & Bluetooth® connectivity; speakers w/LED lights - bow (2), cockpit (2)
Stern eyes - 316 grade stainless steel
Storage - aft rigging compartments (2)
Storage - forward anchor locker w/rode storage
Washdown - pressurized raw water w/hose
Water tank - 10-gallon (38 l) fresh water
Console
Accessory outlet - 12V (2)
Compass
Drink holders - stainless steel (2)
Fish box - 29-qt. (27 l) insulated storage box under forward console seat
Flush mount electronics area
Head - lockable console w/portable head, stand up head area, indirect lighting, bulk storage & composite cherry & holly sole
Seating - molded forward console seat w/cushion & backrest
Steering - Helm Master® EX w/Integrated Digital Electric Steering (does not include joystick)
Steering wheel - 316 grade stainless steel w/knob
T-top - fiberglass w/painted aluminum frame, storage net, LED spreader lights, rod holders (4), tri-colored (red, blue, white) LED recessed lights (3) & radar flat
Window - opening window w/screen
Windshield - scratch resistant acrylic integrated w/T-top
Optional Features
Casting platform insert w/cushion
Cockpit rod storage - horizontal (4)
Head - portable w/deck pump out
Hull color - Celestial Blue, Coastal Fog, Ocean Mist, or Sage Gray gelcoat
Ski arch
Table - fiberglass bow table (requires casting platform insert)
T-top color - underside of fiberglass T-top (requires matching gelcoat hull color option)
Trolling motor pre-rig - batteries (3) and 20-amp battery charger (trolling motor not included)
Windshield wiper
Easy up bow shade (ivory mesh)
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Grady White |
| Condition | New |
| Beam Amidships | 8'6" (2.59 m) |
| Center Line Length | 22'7" (6.88 m) |
| Bridge Clearance | 7' 10" (2.39 m) |
| Cockpit Depth | 20" (0.51 m) |
| Hull Draft | 16" (0.41 m) |
| Transom Deadrise | 16 degrees (SeaV2® progression) |
| Maximum HP | 300 (224 kW) |
| Fuel Capacity (Standard) | 70 gal. (265 l) |
| Weight (w/o Engines) | 3720 lb. (1687 kg) |