The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 Sailboat
Specs & Key Performance Indicators

No, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 is not in production anymore. Production ended in 2008, after four years of manufacturing. According to Jeanneau's official website, more than 300 units of the Sun Odyssey 45 were built.

The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 has two main sailplan and rig options: standard and performance. The standard option features a furling mainsail and a furling genoa, which are easy to handle and maintain. The performance option features a fully battened mainsail and a larger genoa, which provide more power and speed.

The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 is a pleasure to sail, as it combines agility, responsiveness and comfort. The hull design is optimized for speed and stability, while the deck layout is ergonomic and functional. The cockpit is spacious and well-protected, with twin wheels that offer good visibility and control. The sail handling is easy and efficient, thanks to the well-positioned winches, clutches and lines. The interior is bright, spacious and cozy, with ample ventilation, natural light and quality materials.

The average cost of a secondhand Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 depends on various factors, such as the year of production, the condition, the equipment, the location and the market demand. According to YachtWorld, an online marketplace for boats, the current asking prices for secondhand Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 range from £85,627 / $118,000 to £190,281 / $262,000, with an average of £133,197 / $183,000.

The designer of the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 is Philippe Briand, a French naval architect who has designed more than 12,000 boats since 1978. Some of his other creations include the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 49, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 DS, the Jeanneau 64, the Beneteau First 53, the CNB 76, the Wally 145 and the Perini Navi Sybaris.

The builders of the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45 are Jeanneau, a French company that specializes in producing sailboats and powerboats. Jeanneau was founded in 1957 by Henri Jeanneau, who started by building wooden dinghies in his garage. Over the years, Jeanneau expanded its production and became one of the leading boat manufacturers in Europe and worldwide. In 1995, Jeanneau joined the Beneteau Group, a global leader in boating industry. Jeanneau is still in business today and continues to produce innovative and high-quality boats for various markets.