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Mercury introduces two new Verado engines
200 hp four-cylinder and 300 hp six-cylinder outboards unveiled at
the Miami International Boat Show
FOND DU LAC, Wis. – Mercury Marine today introduced two additions to its flagship Verado outboard line – a 200 hp in-line four-cylinder and a 300 hp in-line six-cylinder – both of which offer the same legendary reliability and improved fuel consumption found in every Verado.
Verado is the world's only production supercharged outboard. The six-cylinder 200, 225, 250, 275 and new 300 hp models feature 2.6 L displacement, four valves per cylinder, a charge-air cooler and electronic boost bypass control.
The 135,150, 175 and new 200 hp Verado models are built on a 1.7 L, four-cylinder platform. Other than the engine blocks, the base engines of both are the same, with dual overhead cams, four valves per cylinder and the bedplate-and-long bolt design often seen in Formula 1 race cars. This state-of-the-art concept yields maximum rigidity and durability in a compact package.
Verado features SmartStart and has electronically controlled sequential multi-port fuel injection for smooth, efficient operation. With SmartStart, all you have to do is turn the key and release. The engine will automatically start itself.
The sophisticated design of Verado, coupled with patented sound-dampening technology, creates a remarkably quiet engine. Mercury's patented sound-dampening technology results in the quietest engine in its class and, in fact, renders it nearly silent at idle. However, the refinement hasn't sacrificed a bit of performance – Verado's power and torque are awesome.
The six-cylinder Verado models feature standard electro-hydraulic power steering. All four-cylinder Verado engines are shipped with the Mercury Universal Steering Cylinder, which can be used with the optional electro-hydraulic power steering or Mercury's bulletproof hydraulic system. SmartCraft Digital Throttle & Shift is standard on the four-cylinder and six-cylinder models, which allows Verado to deliver an exceptionally smooth and responsive engineered driving experience and automotive-like handling.
200 hp In-line Four-Cylinder
The new 200 hp in-line four-cylinder Verado is the lightest four-stroke outboard on the market. The right combination of weight and power makes this outboard perfect for its targeted applications, which include freshwater aluminum, saltwater coastal bay and flats boats, as well as dual engine offshore boats.
The new 200 hp four-cylinder Verado features new graphics to its cowl. It is available in 20-inch (L) and 25-inch (XL, CXL) versions. Left-hand rotation models are available with 25-inch shafts only.
This Verado runs on standard 87 octane fuel and has the standard Verado three-year limited warranty and three-year corrosion warranty.
300 hp In-line Six-Cylinder
Recognizing that more muscle is required as outboard-powered boats become larger, Mercury designed the 300 hp in-line six-cylinder Verado. The introduction reinforces Mercury's leadership position in the offshore saltwater market. Other target applications are coastal bay and freshwater multi-species.
Like the new 200 hp in-line four-cylinder, the 300 hp Verado features special styling and graphics to the cowl. It is available in 20-inch (L), 25-inch (XL, CXL) and 30-inch (XXL, CXXL) versions. Left-hand rotation models are available with 25 inch and 30-inch shafts only.
Premium fuel is recommended for the 300 hp Verado to achieve the highest performance and to produce the very best fuel efficiency. However, the 300 hp Verado is designed to run on standard 87 octane fuel.
The 300 hp Verado features the standard Verado three-year limited warranty along with a three-year corrosion warranty.
Mercury Marine is the world's leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A $2.3 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury and its 6,300 employees worldwide provide engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury's industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury and Mariner outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrives and inboard engines; MotorGuide trolling motors; Mercury and Teignbridge propellers; MotoTron electronic controls; Mercury inflatable boats; Mercury SmartCraft electronics; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. In 2006, Mercury Marine's OptiMax engine was ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Two-Stroke Outboard Engines" by J.D. Power and Associates, and Mercury MerCruiser engines were ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Sterndrive Engines." More information is available at www.mercurymarine.com.
CONTACT: Erik Pope
Communications Coordinator
Mercury Marine
Phone: 920-929-5916
Email: erik.pope@mercmarine.com
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