Review: 2027 Yamaha CrossWave - A New Category of WaveRunner
Posted by PWCParts Marketing Team on Sep 5th 2026
Meet the 2027 Yamaha CrossWave: A New Category of WaveRunner
Yamaha doesn't roll out an all-new WaveRunner platform very often — and the 2027 CrossWave isn't just a new model, it's a genuinely new kind of watercraft. Rather than squeezing more performance out of the traditional sport PWC formula, Yamaha built the CrossWave to sit somewhere between a personal watercraft and a small center-console boat, and the result is the biggest, most versatile WaveRunner the company has ever produced.
If you've been eyeing an upgrade that can handle everything from an early-morning fishing run to a full day cruising with the family, here's what makes the CrossWave worth a look — and how to get yours set up right from day one.
A Genuinely Different Kind of WaveRunner
Starting at $32,499 — which notably includes a custom aluminum trailer — the CrossWave measures 12'9" long, 5'5" wide, and 4'4" tall, with a dry weight of 1,410 lbs. It's built around a fully walkaround deck, giving riders open, usable space fore and aft instead of the cramped straddle-seat layout of a typical PWC. Seating is modular: the 4-passenger, 2-piece split seat lets you run it with all four seats installed for a full crew, or pull the removable third and fourth seats to open up extra deck space for gear, coolers, or fishing setups.
Under the hood sits Yamaha's 1.9L High Output marine engine (1,898cc) — the largest-displacement engine in any personal watercraft on the market today — paired with a 26.4-gallon fuel tank, the biggest in the WaveRunner lineup. That combination means fewer trips back to the dock and real range for riders who want to explore further than a typical PWC allows.
At the helm, the CrossWave features a wide, horizontal control layout with a 7" Connext touchscreen (with security and enhanced drive control) alongside a 7" Simrad NSX touchscreen, giving riders a genuine command center for navigation, monitoring, and entertainment, plus Bluetooth, text/call notifications, and factory-installed integrated audio. Storage capacity comes in at a class-leading 310 liters, and it's the first personal watercraft to feature both an integrated clean-out port (clear debris from the pump without getting in the water) and a dedicated anchor locker.
Perhaps the most useful feature for owners planning to customize their ride: the CrossWave comes with an integrated T-track mounting system built into the deck, designed specifically for attaching compatible accessories wherever you need them — rod holders, storage, coolers, and more.
Quick Specs
| Starting Price | $32,499 (includes custom aluminum trailer) |
| Seating Capacity | 4 person |
| Length / Width / Height | 12'9" / 5'5" / 4'4" |
| Dry Weight | 1,410 lbs |
| Engine | 1.9L High Output Yamaha Marine Engine (1,898cc) |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal |
| Storage Capacity | 310 L |
| Colors | Mist Gray, Slate Blue |
Built to Be Rigged Your Way
That T-track system is exactly why the CrossWave has become such a popular platform to accessorize. Whether you're setting yours up for serious fishing, all-day cruising, or just want to protect your investment, we carry a full lineup of Yamaha OEM CrossWave accessories designed to bolt right on:
Storage & Protection
- YAMAHA OEM CrossWave Mooring Cover — keep it protected between rides
- YAMAHA Crosswave Storage Organizer — make the most of that 310L of space
- YAMAHA Crosswave Bow Bag — extra gear storage up front
Fishing Setup
- YAMAHA Crosswave Fixed Rod Holder — mounts directly to the T-track system
- YAMAHA Crosswave Footwell Bucket Holder — bait and catch, sorted
- YAMAHA Crosswave Trolling Motor Kit — for quiet, precise positioning
- YAMAHA Crosswave Secondary Battery Kit — keep electronics running all day
Comfort & Customization
- YAMAHA Crosswave Helm Accessory Panels
- YAMAHA Crosswave Cooler Accessory Panels
- YAMAHA Crosswave Modular WR Rack Mount
Utility & Anchoring
- YAMAHA Crosswave Shallow Water Anchor Bracket
- YAMAHA Crosswave Deluxe Anchor Kit
- YAMAHA Crosswave Washdown Kit
- YAMAHA Crosswave Lifting Harness — for trailering and lift systems
The Bottom Line
The 2027 Yamaha CrossWave isn't chasing top speed bragging rights — it's chasing versatility, range, and all-day comfort, and it delivers all three in a package unlike anything else on the water. Whether you just picked one up or you're still deciding, our full lineup of genuine Yamaha CrossWave accessories makes it easy to rig yours exactly the way you ride.
Have questions about fitment or which accessories work best for your setup? Reach out to our team — we're happy to help you build out your CrossWave.
