Fountaine Pajot's entry-level sailing catamaran from 2016 to 2021. Replaced the Lipari 41 with a boxier, roomier design. Strong on the used market and a class leader for couple-cruising.
The Lucia 40 entered production in 2016 as the replacement for the Lipari 41 in Fountaine Pajot's entry-level sailing catamaran slot. Despite the smaller nominal length (40 vs 41), Berret-Racoupeau drew the Lucia 40 with substantially more interior volume, a larger cockpit, and bigger saloon windows than its predecessor. The result was the first of FP's 'boxier' modern designs.
Production ran from 2016 to 2021 with strong sales — industry estimates put Lucia 40 production at over 250 hulls. The boat was the leader in its class for couple-cruising, competing directly with the Lagoon 40 and Nautitech 40 Open. Most went into charter fleets in Croatia, Greece, and the Caribbean, and that charter exposure now defines the used market.
On the resale market in 2026, Lucia 40 inventory is dominated by ex-charter boats coming off five-year programmes. The Lucia 40 is FP's entry point — the cheapest used Fountaine Pajot you can credibly buy as a cruising boat. Maestro 3-cabin owner versions are scarcer and command 15–25% premiums. The Isla 40 successor (2021–present) is a more refined boat, but Lucia pricing has stabilised at meaningful discounts that make it a credible budget choice.
Specifications are manufacturer figures for a base specification Lucia 40. Individual boats vary based on year, equipment, and owner modifications. Always verify against the specific boat's documentation during survey.
The Lucia 40 is offered in multiple layouts. Choosing between them is the most important decision in a Lucia 40 purchase, and meaningfully affects price, resale, and how the boat actually lives.
Starboard hull dedicated to a single owner suite with island queen berth, ensuite head with separate shower, and storage. Port hull contains two guest cabins with shared head. Total of 3 cabins, 2 heads. Best for couples cruising with occasional guests, liveaboards, and any owner who doesn't need maximum sleeping capacity. Trades at a 15–25% premium to charter version.
Both hulls split into two cabins each with four heads. Sleeps up to 8 guests plus crew. Designed for charter operations — the dominant layout in original sales and on the resale market. Lower per-cabin price; ideal for buyers who want more cabins or plan to operate short-term charters.
Wider context on layout choice and resale implications: our charter version vs owner version guide.
Indicative 2026 ranges for the Lucia 40 across condition, year, and layout. Country of sale also affects pricing — Italian and French inventory typically lists 5 to 15 percent above Spanish or Greek equivalents.
For deeper context on Fountaine Pajot pricing, condition adjustments, and country-of-sale variation, see our complete catamaran prices guide.
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Charter Lucias commonly show 4,500–7,500+ hours by year 6–7. At those levels, partial or full engine replacement becomes a realistic conversation. Volvo D2-30s are robust but service history matters.
Charter-fleet Lucias typically went through one full sail replacement during their charter programme. Verify date stamps and condition. Mainsail and genoa together cost €10,000–€16,000.
Standard 300 litres fresh water is genuinely tight for cruising. Many Lucia owners have added auxiliary tankage or watermakers. Verify upgrade quality and documentation. Factory-style watermaker installation is worth €6,000–€12,000 in resale.
Charter Lucias have entry-level B&G or Raymarine packages. Many electronics are now obsolete or near end-of-life. Budget €6,000–€14,000 for full electronics refit. Owner-version boats typically have substantially better packages.
10+ year charter use shows. Look for: gelcoat fade and oxidation (correctable with cut-and-polish, €3,000–€6,000), structural starring around stress points (concerning), and saloon glazing seal condition.
Used Lucia 40 prices typically range from €180k for a 2016 charter-version with very high engine hours, up to €420k for a 2021 final-year Maestro owner-version. The Lucia 40 represents the cheapest entry point into the used Fountaine Pajot range and remains a credible value pick for budget-conscious cruising buyers.
The Isla 40 is the Lucia 40's direct successor (2021 replacement) with available diesel or hybrid drivetrain, refreshed deck design, and updated interior. The Isla is a meaningfully more modern boat. The Lucia trades at a substantial discount on the used market — typical 2018–2019 Lucias are priced at 50–60% of equivalent-year Islas. For budget buyers, the Lucia remains a credible choice; for new buyers, the Isla is the clear option.
No — the Lucia 40 was discontinued in 2021 and replaced by the Isla 40. All Lucia 40s on the market are used. Inventory remains substantial across the Mediterranean and Caribbean, mostly from charter-fleet returns.
The Lucia 40 was sold in two layouts: Maestro 3-cabin (owner suite in starboard hull) and Quatuor 4-cabin (both hulls split symmetrically with four heads — the dominant charter layout).
Yes — the Maestro 3-cabin Lucia 40 was specifically designed as a couple-cruiser. The owner suite is genuinely spacious for the size, the boat is short-handed friendly, and tankage is workable for Mediterranean cruising. The main consideration is condition: a well-maintained owner-version Lucia is fully capable; charter-fleet Lucias often need significant work.
Yes — Lucia 40s have completed Atlantic crossings, including ARC participation. The boat has the basic capability, but tankage upgrades (auxiliary water and fuel) are essentially mandatory for serious blue-water work. Standard 300L fresh water and 420L fuel is too tight for confident ocean cruising.
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