2026 Jeanneau Leader 12.5 WA

The 2026 Jeanneau Leader 12.5 WA is a 40-foot fiberglass express cruiser built around a thoughtful interior layout that balances day-cruising comfort with overnight capability. Three Yamaha engines totaling 900 horsepower provide the power for this design. The boat's hull employs an infusion molding technique where stringers and hull are cast as one piece, reducing resin content while increasing fiberglass density. The deep-V design incorporates a sharp entry, two lifting strakes, and a spray-reducing chine running the full length, engineered for predictable handling and comfort across varied sea conditions.

The upper deck is arranged as a social space with a forward sundeck featuring raised triple chaise lounges and facing bench seating around an anchor locker, with a removable table. An electric drop-down terrace on the port side provides swimming access and widens the cockpit. An L-shaped aft lounge includes a foldable seat back that converts to a sun pad, paired with a GRP table. The helm station sits raised for 360-degree visibility behind a protective windscreen, with three highback chairs and a centerline wheel with power hydraulic steering and Joystick HelmMaster control. The dash accommodates a pair of 16-inch Garmin chartplotters.

The single cabin amidship combines a double berth with a single berth that can be joined to form a king bed, complemented by a fully equipped galley with ceramic cooktop, refrigerator, and storage. The forward salon seating converts into an additional king-sized berth. A Panda diesel generator and air conditioning support overnight comfort. The cockpit galley features an electric grill, dual sinks, a 13-gallon refrigerator, and substantial storage. Optional equipment includes stabilization gyroscopic systems, a second refrigerator or icemaker, a microwave, sun awnings or remote-controlled SureShade, and custom table and cushion configurations.