Electric Boat Motors: Top Features to Look For


Looking for the best electric outboard motor, 5hp or more powerful options like the ePropulsion Navy 6 EVO? Here are the year’s top picks from EMO Electric, perfect for small boats:

1. ePropulsion Navy 6.0 Evo (also called ePropulsion Navy 6, Navy 6.0 Evo, ePropulsion Navy 6.0)

  • Power & versatility: Delivers 6 kW (9.9 hp), ideal for dinghies, aluminum fishing boats, and daysailers in all waters.

  • Run-time: With two E60 batteries, expect ~1 hr at full power (up to 2 hrs at half throttle); one E163 battery yields ~1 hr 20 min (full) or 2 hr 40 min (half).

  • Quiet, low-maintenance, hydrogeneration-ready, and available in tiller or remote versions with top/side mount controls via Bluetooth.

2. ePropulsion Navy 3.0 Evo

  • Scaled-down sibling of the Navy 6, offering 3 kW (6 hp) with the same hydrogeneration, 48 V system, and remote options setup.

  • Great for smaller boats seeking ePropulsion’s premium build but with less power.

3. Torqeedo Travel XP (electric outboard motor 5hp)

  • First-of-its-kind 5 hp equivalent with integrated 1.6 kW/1425 Wh battery—lightweight (shaft 12.6 kg, battery 9.6 kg) and ultra-portable.

  • Run-time: ~47 min at full throttle, ~1 h 34 min at half, with 44 % more thrust than its 3 hp Travel S predecessor.

  • Sleek upgrades: built-in tiller with backlit display, cable-free battery mounting, adjustable trim positions including anti-grounding, Bluetooth/GPS/WiFi, and remote-control setup.


4. Torqeedo Travel S (3 hp equivalent)

  • Ultra-quiet 1.1 kW motor packaged with click-and-play battery options (Essential or Range packages), ideal for tenders and dinghies up to 1.5 tons.

  • Lightweight and portable—shaft ~11.6 kg, battery ~8.6 kg—and includes a full-color backlit tiller display.

5. ePropulsion eLite / Spirit Series (1–3 hp range)

  • Though not 5 hp, these are perfect lightweight options:

    • eLite at 500 W (1.5 hp).

    • Spirit Evo at 1 kW (3 hp), with hydrogeneration, tiller with backlight, and Bluetooth-enabled remote throttle.

  • Solid choices for kayaks or lightweight tenders.

    Why These Models Stand Out in 2025

    • Power range: From 1.5 hp to 9.9 hp, covering dinghies, sailboats, and small cruisers.

    • Tech-savvy features: Hydrogeneration, Bluetooth connectivity, adjustable trim angles, backlit displays.

    • Environmental appeal: Emission-free, ultra-quiet, low maintenance.

    • Easy portability & install: Yacht-grade feel with rope-free battery mounting in models like Travel XP.

    Final Thoughts

    For boaters seeking a 5 hp electric outboard motor, the Torqeedo Travel XP is currently the only integrated option with that rating—low weight, high tech, and compact power.
    Need more juice? The ePropulsion Navy 6.0 Evo delivers 9.9 hp, hydrogeneration, and versatile control setups. For mid-level use, the Navy 3.0 Evo and Travel S offer efficient alternatives, while the Emo Electric provides excellent lightweight solutions.

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