The Dufour 40 E, or "Evolution," represents a refined iteration of the wildly successful Dufour 40, a design that famously secured the IMS World Championship and multiple "Boat of the Year" accolades. Launched in late 2009 as a 2010 model, the 40 E was tasked with a difficult objective: improving upon a hull that many considered the benchmark for the "cruiser-racer" category. Designed by Umberto Felci in collaboration with Patrick Roséo for the interior, the 40 E transitioned the model into a more modern era, replacing the massive single wheel of its predecessor with a twin-wheel configuration and updating the deck mold to improve ergonomics for both racing crews and cruising families. This model served as a cornerstone of the Dufour Performance range, offering a stiffer, more responsive alternative to the builder's more voluminous Grand Large cruising line.
Dufour 40 E Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Dufour
- Model
- 40 E
- Builder
- Dufour Yachts
- Designer
- Umberto Felci / Patrick Roséo
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2006 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 2 | $129,000 |
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $187,956 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $129,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $171,785 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beneteau First 40.7 | 39.25' | $93,657 | 66 | 23 |
| Performance 44 Performance | 44.85' | $240,000 | 51 | 20 |
| Dufour 405 Grand Large | 39.93' | $157,862 | 36 | 17 |
| Dufour 40 Performance | 40.42' | $123,698 | 33 | 11 |
| Performance 40 | 40.42' | $123,500 | 21 | 12 |
| Elan 40 | 39.04' | $94,163 | 19 | 5 |
| Dufour 410 Grand Large | 40.68' | $191,594 | 16 | 9 |
| Elan E4 | 34.78' | $199,095 | 15 | 8 |
| Performance 45 E | 45.76' | $219,326 | 10 | 3 |
| Performance 40 E | $129,000 | 5 | 0 | |
| Dufour 44 | 45.64' | $496,743 | 4 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $129,000 | 3 | 0 |
| Spain | $171,785 | 1 | 0 |
| Poland | $187,956 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Dufour 40 E cost?
- The median asking price for a used Dufour 40 E over the past 12 months is $129,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Dufour 40 E sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 5 Dufour 40 E listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Dufour 40 E?
- United States currently has the lowest median asking price at $129,000, while Poland is the most expensive at $187,956 — a 46% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Dufour 40 E?
- Comparable models include the Beneteau First 40.7, Performance 44 Performance, Dufour 405 Grand Large. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.