For console boats moving to electric at the 25 hp class that want trim, tilt and steering built in.
Blue Marine $11,500The ePropulsion X12 is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 3.2 to 3.0. The ePropulsion X12 leads on value and weight. The ePropulsion X12 costs $999 less ($11,500 vs $12,499).
For workboats and heavier sailboats that need 20 hp-class tiller power on a 48 V system.
Torqeedo $12,499 Blue Marine $12,499Prices 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 X12 for value ($958 per kW ($11,500, 12 kW) vs $1,250 per kW ($12,499, 10 kW)) and weight (105.8 lb, 8.8 lb per kW vs 132.9 lb, 13.3 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 X12 | Torqeedo Cruise 10.0 T |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 53 $958 per kW ($11,500, 12 kW) | 34 $1,250 per kW ($12,499, 10 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 95 105.8 lb, 8.8 lb per kW | 69 132.9 lb, 13.3 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 X12 | Torqeedo Cruise 10.0 T | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 12 kW | 10 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | - | 20 hp |
| Voltage | 96 V | 48 V |
| Battery | Sold separately | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | 15 in | 15 in |
| Weight | 105.8 lb | 132.9 lb |
| Saltwater rated | - | Yes |
| Steering | Remote throttle | Tiller |
| GPS speed and range | - | Yes |
| App | - | No |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
