Mercury Avator 20e
#10 in Over 1.5 kWFull review
For small fishing boats moving off a 5 hp gas outboard that want Mercury’s warranty and dealers.
Wholesale Marine $3,960$3,960
The Mercury Avator 20e is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 3.0 to 2.7. The Mercury Avator 20e leads on warranty. The Mercury Avator 20e costs $788 less ($3,960 vs $4,748).
Torqeedo Cruise 3.0 T (48V)
#13 in Over 1.5 kWFull review
For boaters moving a 6 hp-class boat to electric on a 48 V bank they choose themselves.
Torqeedo $4,748 Blue Marine $4,748$4,748
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 20e for warranty (3-year warranty on the motor vs 2-year warranty on the motor).
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 | Mercury Avator 20e | Torqeedo Cruise 3.0 T (48V) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 22 $1,467 per kW ($3,960, 2.7 kW) | 17 $1,583 per kW ($4,748, 3 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 45 47 lb, 17.4 lb per kW | 51 48.9 lb, 16.3 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 100 rated for saltwater | 100 rated for saltwater |
| Warranty 25% | 67 3-year warranty on the motor | 33 2-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| Mercury Avator 20e | Torqeedo Cruise 3.0 T (48V) | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 2.7 kW | 3 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 5 hp | 6 hp |
| Voltage | 48 V | 48 V |
| Battery | Sold separately | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | 15 in | 15 in |
| Weight | 47 lb | 48.9 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller |
| GPS speed and range | - | Yes |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |