Mercury Avator 7.5e
#5 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For anglers and tender owners who want a complete electric kit with a big-brand dealer network and the longest warranty.
Wholesale Marine $3,510$3,510
The Mercury Avator 7.5e is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 3.1 to 2.6. The Mercury Avator 7.5e leads on battery and warranty. The Torqeedo Travel XS wins on value. The Torqeedo Travel XS costs $2,111 less ($1,399 vs $3,510).
Torqeedo Travel XS
#10 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For tender owners who want the lightest Torqeedo with GPS range and an app. Budget for the battery, which isn’t in the motor price.
Torqeedo $1,399 Blue Marine $1,399$1,399
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 7.5e for battery (1 kWh battery included vs battery sold separately) and warranty (3-year warranty on the motor vs 2-year warranty on the motor).
- Choose the Torqeedo Travel XS for value ($1,999 per kW ($1,399, 0.7 kW) vs $3,944 per kW ($3,510, 0.9 kW)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1.5 kw electric outboard motor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Mercury Avator 7.5e | Torqeedo Travel XS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 15 $3,944 per kW ($3,510, 0.9 kW) | 57 $1,999 per kW ($1,399, 0.7 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 100 1 kWh battery included | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 0 60 lb, 67.4 lb per kW | 0 40.6 lb, 58 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 100 rated for saltwater | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 67 3-year warranty on the motor | 33 2-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| Mercury Avator 7.5e | Torqeedo Travel XS | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 0.9 kW | 0.7 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 3.5 hp | 2 hp |
| Voltage | 48 V | 44 V |
| Battery | 1 kWh included | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | 15 in | 15 in |
| Weight | 60 lb | 40.6 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | - |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller |
| GPS speed and range | - | Yes |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |