ePropulsion Navy 6.0 Evo
#2 in Over 1.5 kWFull review
For sailboats and small powerboats replacing a 9.9 hp gas outboard on a 48 V bank, at a lower price than Torqeedo or Mercury.
Blue Marine $4,199$4,199
The ePropulsion Navy 6.0 Evo is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The ePropulsion Navy 6.0 Evo costs $1,251 less ($4,199 vs $5,450).
Elco EP-20
#4 in Over 1.5 kWFull review
For pontoon, jon boat and lake owners replacing a 20 hp gas outboard at the lowest price, if they’ll source a battery bank.
Elco $5,450$5,450
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 1.5 kw electric outboard motor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ePropulsion Navy 6.0 Evo | Elco EP-20 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 76 $700 per kW ($4,199, 6 kW) | 81 $649 per kW ($5,450, 8.4 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 85 62.8 lb, 10.5 lb per kW | 88 85 lb, 10.1 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 100 rated for saltwater | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 33 2-year warranty on the motor | 33 2-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| ePropulsion Navy 6.0 Evo | Elco EP-20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 6 kW | 8.4 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 9.9 hp | 20 hp |
| Thrust | - | 390 lb |
| Voltage | - | 48 V |
| Battery | Sold separately | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 62.8 lb | 85 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | - |
| Steering | Tiller or remote | Tiller or remote |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |