Balanced, focused on cruising life but not necessarily disdaining performance, the Elan 45 can be said to be a good example of a hull from the 2000s. The beam truly starts to move aft, the interiors are comfortable and modern, and the boat’s handling is simple, suitable for a vacationing or reduced crew. It well marks a changing trend in the cruising world, with hulls increasingly oriented towards comfort and easy-going sailing.