Mercury Avator 7.5e
#5 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For anglers and tender owners who want a complete electric kit with a big-brand dealer network and the longest warranty.
Wholesale Marine $3,510$3,510
The Mercury Avator 7.5e and the ePropulsion eLite are evenly matched, rated 3.1 and 3.1. The Mercury Avator 7.5e leads on warranty and battery. The ePropulsion eLite wins on value and weight. The ePropulsion eLite costs $2,340.90 less ($1,169.10 vs $3,510).
ePropulsion eLite
#6 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For short tender runs from mooring to dock, where carrying weight matters more than range.
eMarine $1,169.10 Blue Marine $1,299$1,169.10
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Mercury Avator 7.5e for warranty (3-year warranty on the motor vs 2-year warranty on the motor) and battery (1 kWh battery included vs 0.4 kWh battery included).
- Choose the ePropulsion eLite for value ($2,338 per kW ($1,169.10, 0.5 kW) vs $3,944 per kW ($3,510, 0.9 kW)) and weight (17.4 lb, 34.8 lb per kW vs 60 lb, 67.4 lb per kW).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1.5 kw electric outboard motor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Mercury Avator 7.5e | ePropulsion eLite |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 15 $3,944 per kW ($3,510, 0.9 kW) | 47 $2,338 per kW ($1,169.10, 0.5 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 100 1 kWh battery included | 76 0.4 kWh battery included |
| Weight 20% | 0 60 lb, 67.4 lb per kW | 34 17.4 lb, 34.8 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 100 rated for saltwater | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 67 3-year warranty on the motor | 33 2-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| Mercury Avator 7.5e | ePropulsion eLite | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 0.9 kW | 0.5 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 3.5 hp | - |
| Voltage | 48 V | 25.2 V |
| Battery | 1 kWh included | 0.4 kWh included |
| Battery on the motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | 15 in | 15.8 in |
| Weight | 60 lb | 17.4 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | - |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller |
| App | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |