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Sabre 38 Salon Express Relaunches with Volvo Penta DPI Driveline

By March 16, 2026No Comments

Sabre Yachts announced the reintroduction of the Sabre 38 Salon Express now featuring the Volvo Penta Aquamatic DPI propulsion package, enhancing cruising capabilities while maintaining a compact, durable performance offering. 

“The reintroduction of the Sabre 38 Salon Express with Volvo Penta DPI reflects our commitment to precision craftsmanship and thoughtful design,” says Aaron Crawford, CEO and president of Sabre Yachts. “We aim to deliver exceptional performance and improved cruising capability while representing a long-term investment in quality and reliability, and we’re supported by more than 20 years of trusted partnership with Volvo Penta.”

Volvo Penta’s DPI propulsion package delivers smooth handling and enhanced drivability with joystick control, twin counter-rotating DuoProp propellers and trimmable thrust angle. The system can also operate in shallow waters, allowing boaters to explore coastal cruising grounds, beaches and shallow waters. Improved low-speed maneuverability, responsive handling, optimized fuel efficiency and lower cost-of-maintenance are added benefits.

“We want customers to feel confident from the moment they leave the dock and to carry that peace of mind wherever their journey takes them,” adds Brock Gavin, vice president of Marine at Volvo Penta. “Delivering that level of performance requires precision and reliability at every level, from how the driveline performs on the water to the systems and support that protect it over time. That’s why Volvo Penta’s DPI drive and integrated technology are engineered to lower total cost of ownership while enhancing durability and long-term performance for boaters.”

The reintroduced Sabre 38 Salon Express with Volvo Penta Aquamatic DPI includes a rearranged engine room that allows for a dedicated Seakeeper location, a utility space with access from the main salon, and a sliding salon door that further enhance comfort, functionality and flexibility on board.

To learn more, visit sabreyachts.com or volvopenta.com.