ePropulsion Spirit 2
#15 in Over 1.5 kWFull review
For dinghies and day cruisers that outgrew a 3 hp but still want a motor and battery under 50 lb together.
Blue Marine $2,624 TB Nation $2,624$2,624
The ePropulsion Spirit 2 and the Torqeedo Travel XP are evenly matched, rated 2.4 and 2.3. The ePropulsion Spirit 2 leads on value and weight. The Torqeedo Travel XP costs $125 less ($2,499 vs $2,624).
Torqeedo Travel XP
#16 in Over 1.5 kWFull review
For small sailboats and heavier tenders that need 5 hp-class push but still want a motor one person can carry.
Torqeedo $2,499 Blue Marine $2,499$2,499
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 ePropulsion Spirit 2 for value ($1,312 per kW ($2,624, 2 kW) vs $1,562 per kW ($2,499, 1.6 kW)) and weight (45.9 lb, 22.9 lb per kW vs 48.9 lb, 30.6 lb per kW).
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 Spirit 2 | Torqeedo Travel XP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.4/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 30 $1,312 per kW ($2,624, 2 kW) | 18 $1,562 per kW ($2,499, 1.6 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 12 45.9 lb, 22.9 lb per kW | 0 48.9 lb, 30.6 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) | 100 rated for saltwater |
| Warranty 25% | 33 2-year warranty on the motor | 33 2-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| ePropulsion Spirit 2 | Torqeedo Travel XP | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 2 kW | 1.6 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | - | 5 hp |
| Voltage | - | 44 V |
| Battery | Sold separately | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | - | 15 in |
| Weight | 45.9 lb | 48.9 lb |
| Saltwater rated | - | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller or remote |
| GPS speed and range | - | Yes |
| App | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |