Mercury Avator 35e
#3 in Over 1.5 kWFull review
For pontoons and fishing boats replacing a 9.9 hp, if you’re happy to buy into Mercury’s battery system.
Wholesale Marine $4,950$4,950
The Mercury Avator 35e and the Torqeedo Cruise 6.0 T (48V) are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.4. The Mercury Avator 35e leads on warranty. The Torqeedo Cruise 6.0 T (48V) wins on value and weight. The Mercury Avator 35e costs $548 less ($4,950 vs $5,498).
Torqeedo Cruise 6.0 T (48V)
#5 in Over 1.5 kWFull review
For pontoons, sailboats and fishing boats replacing a 9.9 hp gas outboard, if you can fit a big 48 V battery bank.
Torqeedo $5,498 Blue Marine $5,498$5,498
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 35e for warranty (3-year warranty on the motor vs 2-year warranty on the motor).
- Choose the Torqeedo Cruise 6.0 T (48V) for value ($916 per kW ($5,498, 6 kW) vs $1,125 per kW ($4,950, 4.4 kW)) and weight (49.4 lb, 8.2 lb per kW vs 47 lb, 10.7 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 | Mercury Avator 35e | Torqeedo Cruise 6.0 T (48V) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 42 $1,125 per kW ($4,950, 4.4 kW) | 56 $916 per kW ($5,498, 6 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 84 47 lb, 10.7 lb per kW | 99 49.4 lb, 8.2 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 35e | Torqeedo Cruise 6.0 T (48V) | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 4.4 kW | 6 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 9.9 hp | 9.9 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 | 49.4 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller |
| GPS speed and range | - | Yes |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |