2018 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440

The 2018 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 is a 44-foot cruising sailboat with a fiberglass hull designed by Philippe Briand and Piaton Bonet Yacht Design. Named "Capella," she was recognized as the 2018 European Yacht of the Year. The hull features a full-length chine that enhances stability and contributes to interior volume, while patented walk-around side decks create seamless flow from the cockpit to the foredeck—a significant design feature for accessibility and ease of movement.

The yacht is configured with four cabins and two heads, accommodating up to 10 people total. The forward cabin can serve as either two separate double cabins or a single owner's suite, maximizing flexibility for different cruising needs. Below decks, the interior is bright and airy, with a U-shaped galley to port featuring ample work surface and storage, a forward-facing navigation station, and two generously proportioned head compartments with separate shower stalls. The large saloon includes a central cockpit table suited to outdoor dining.

Powered by a 57-horsepower Yanmar diesel engine, the Sun Odyssey 440 cruises efficiently at around 6 to 7 knots with good directional control provided by twin rudders. She is described as comfortable to sail and handle even short-handed, offering respectable performance for a cruising boat, particularly when sailing to windward. Winches are positioned near the helm stations to keep the forward cockpit clear, and the three-bladed propeller provides reliable thrust under power.