Mercury has always been an innovative and competitive company, so it should be no surprise that they have totally rethought their line of 75hp, 90hp, and 115hp Outboards. Mercury designed these new outboards so that a lighter, more compact motor can be hung on your transom while still offering better performance, hole shot, and towsport capability than the earlier models. Some other great features that were added into the design of these new outboards include higher fuel savings, hassle free maintenance, and a rugged construction.

The new Mercury Four Stroke outboards feature a 2.1-liter, four-cylinder, eight-valve, single-overhead-cam design which provides more horsepower and torque as well as offers greater hole shot, acceleration, and top speed. At the 115hp rating, only the 2.4-liter Honda BF115 offers more cubic inches, but the Honda is also 120 pounds heavier than the new Mercury. The new Mercury 115hp weighs in at 359 pounds, which is the lightest model in its horsepower rating. It is an amazing 40 pounds lighter than the 1.7-liter model it replaces and 20 pounds lighter than the new Yamaha F115.

Not only are these four strokes lighter, they are also noticeably quieter in comparison to the 2014 Yamaha F115B due to Mercury’s sound suppression system which incorporates an advanced cowling design and an idle relief muffler system. This sound-suppression system makes the new 115hp Mercury 25% quieter at idle, 15% quieter at cruising speeds, and 50% quieter at wide open throttle. 

These motors were also design so that they can be easily maintained throughout the season. Take replacing the fuel filter for example. No tools are needed and it can be accomplished in less than a minute. Also, with Mercury’s Maintenance-Free Valve Train, a costly valve-lash adjustment will never be needed on these motors.

Another plus to these motors would definitely have to be their fuel efficiency. With the combination of less weight and a high displacement, these outboards provide a maximum fuel efficiency, especially at cruising speeds. There are also specialized oil scrappers and bearings which minimize the friction in the crankcase, resulting in a lower fuel comsumption as well.

To add, they also have an anti-corrosion protection due to their high-tech MercFusion paint system. The MercFusion paint system features a custom-designed layering of low-copper aluminum-silicon alloys, iridite metal prep and sealing, Electro-Deposition Paint (EDP) priming, and Mercury’s powder paint top coat, sealing them from any possible corrosion.

Repowering your boat with a new Mercury Four Stroke can spark new life into your boat by means of greater acceleration, performance, and maneuverability. They are also a great fit for all types of boats, even those that may not have been able to hold the weight of the old, heavier models. On top of that, their slick, low profiles not only give them a sharp, stylish look, but it makes them quite easier to fish around on bass boats, which is a huge application for them. If you're in the market for a new outboard, give these new Mercury Four Stroke 75hp, 90hp, and 115hp outboards a look, you won't be disappointed.