2009 Boat Competitive Information Study

Overall Rating: This score is based on customers' overall satisfaction with their new boat. Close Quality & Reliability: This score is based on the number of problems that customers report experiencing with their new boat. A higher number of Power Circles indicates a higher level of quality (i.e., fewer problems experienced). Close Engine: This score is based on customers' satisfaction with the boat's engine.Ê Specifically, the ease of starting, quietness at cruising speed, reliability, fuel economy, amount of fumes, and smoothness when shifting into gear. Close Water Sports: This score is based on customers' satisfaction with the functionality of ski mirrors; ability to pull skier/boarder up quickly; ease of steering/maintaining course while pulling skier/boarder; the size of the wake produced; effectiveness of ballast tanks; Close