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
For small sailboats and heavier tenders that need 5 hp-class push but still want a motor one person can carry.
- 1.6 kWPower
- 5 hpGas equal
- Sold separatelyBattery
- 48.9 lbWeight
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Pushes boats up to about 2 tons, like a 5 hp gas outboard
- Still portable: the heaviest piece is the 28 lb motor
- Available with remote steering for a console boat
- Motor and battery together cost $4,498
- Two-year warranty
- Under 1.6 kW it runs out of push on planing hulls
The Torqeedo Travel family
Every Torqeedo Travel model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Power | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torqeedo Travel XS | 0.7 kW | 2.6/5 | $1,399 |
| Torqeedo Travel | 1.1 kW | 3.0/5 | $1,799 |
| Torqeedo Travel XP (this one) | 1.6 kW | 2.3/5 | $2,499 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | Travel XP S (1162-00) |
|---|---|
| Power | |
| Input power | 1.6 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 5 hp |
| Voltage | 44 V |
| Battery | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | Yes |
| Build | |
| Shaft | 15 in |
| Weight | 48.9 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller or remote |
| GPS speed and range | Yes |
| App | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this size
For pontoon, jon boat and lake owners replacing a 5 hp gas outboard at the lowest price, if they’ll source a battery bank. 24 V keeps battery choices simple.
Elco $3,150For dinghies and day cruisers that outgrew a 3 hp but still want a motor and battery under 50 lb together.
Blue Marine $2,624 TB Nation $2,624Compare
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