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 2.3. The Mercury Avator 20e leads on weight and warranty. The Torqeedo Travel XP costs $1,461 less ($2,499 vs $3,960).
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 Mercury Avator 20e for weight (47 lb, 17.4 lb per kW vs 48.9 lb, 30.6 lb per kW) and 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 Travel XP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 22 $1,467 per kW ($3,960, 2.7 kW) | 18 $1,562 per kW ($2,499, 1.6 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 45 47 lb, 17.4 lb per kW | 0 48.9 lb, 30.6 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 Travel XP | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 2.7 kW | 1.6 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 5 hp | 5 hp |
| Voltage | 48 V | 44 V |
| Battery | Sold separately | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | 15 in | 15 in |
| Weight | 47 lb | 48.9 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller or remote |
| GPS speed and range | - | Yes |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |