Outboard Motors

This page is the crossroads of our wider marine motors catalogue. Compare options below, or reach out with questions – we answer fast.

Why Choose an Outboard Motor?

An outboard motor is a self-contained engine, gearbox, and propeller unit that mounts on the transom – which is exactly why it stays the most practical way to power a small or mid-size boat:

• Versatility. Swap engines between hulls, raise the prop in skinny water, or remove the motor completely for winter storage.
• Easy service. A seasonal oil change on a Tohatsu four-stroke beats tearing up cockpit floors to reach an inboard.
• Space saving. Free up cockpit real estate for coolers, dive tanks, and kids' gear.
• Upgrade-ready. Bolt patterns haven't changed in decades, so moving from a carbureted 40 hp to a 60 hp EFI is a weekend project.

Gas or Electric?

It comes down to how you use the water. Choose gas if you run long distances, tow skiers, or refuel far from shore – a four-stroke's range and mid-range torque are still unmatched, and our gas outboards start at 2.5 hp. Choose electric if your boating happens on cottage lakes, quiet bays, or waters with motor restrictions – an electric outboard is silent, starts every time, and needs almost no maintenance. Beyond transom motors, we also stock electric pod drives, electric inboard motors, and complete battery packages to extend range.

Where These Outboard Motors Shine

• Inflatable Boats & RIBs. Clamp a 3- to 20-hp portable onto any of our inflatable boats for beach launches and cottage hops.
• Fishing Tinnies & Bass Rigs. Instant throttle response keeps you on the bite, and portable outboards pair well with dedicated trolling motors for quiet lure presentations.
• Pontoon Boats. A 25–60 hp four-stroke moves most 18–22 ft pontoons comfortably; go higher if you carry a full deck of passengers.
• Sailboat Tenders & Yachts. Lightweight portables stow in a locker; 25–60 hp rigs push large RIBs loaded with provisions.
• Commercial Skiffs & Rescue Craft. Heavy-duty 75–115 hp four-strokes deliver the reliability fleet managers demand.

What Size Outboard Do You Need?

Start with the capacity plate on your transom – it lists the maximum rated horsepower. Within that limit, this is how our range maps to real boats:

Beyond horsepower, check three things before ordering: transom height for shaft length, steering (tiller for open boats, remote for consoles), and rigging – we stock looms, propellers, and NMEA 2000 gateways so a new motor talks to your existing gauges.

Outboard Motor Prices in Canada (2026)

In 2026, a new portable gas outboard in Canada starts around $1,400 CAD, and portable electrics start near $1,500. Mid-range 9.9–20 hp four-strokes run $3,400–$4,000, the 40–60 hp class sits between $8,100 and $9,600, and 75–115 hp motors reach $14,100–$15,600. Electric pricing overlaps gas at the small end, then climbs with battery capacity – a 6 kW electric with battery lands near $6,000. Every price on this page is a live, in-stock figure, not a "call for quote" placeholder, and monthly instalments are available through our Financing page. Watching the budget? Inspected and warrantied used electric boat motors run noticeably less than new.

Shop by Brand

Tohatsu

Tohatsu is our flagship combustion partner – proven four-strokes from 2.5 hp portables to 115 hp, with parts stocked coast-to-coast so service is never far away.

ePropulsion

Direct-drive brushless architecture with one moving part – near-zero vibration and maintenance that amounts to an annual anode swap. The Spirit 1.0 Plus is the best-selling tender motor in the range, while the Evo models – up to the Navy 6.0 Evo – regenerate while under sail. Browse all ePropulsion outboards.

TEMO

The French "electric scull" weighs under 5 kg: the TEMO 450 slips into a paddle sleeve yet pushes a loaded dinghy upcurrent – ideal for sailors done with jerry cans.

ThrustMe

Norwegian engineering in a 12 kg package. The Kicker's integrated 915 Wh battery gives roughly an hour of full-throttle running – noticeably more at cruising speed – with a wireless wrist-strap throttle for SUPs and micro-skiffs.

RIM Drive Technology

The ring-motor design eliminates the central shaft, slicing weeds instead of snagging them – a genuine advantage for kayaks, tenders, and workboats in weedy water.

Parsun

The Joy series packs honest electric power into everyday price points – from the Joy 1.2 for tenders to the 9.9 hp-equivalent Joy 6.0, both supported through our Toronto service hub.

Repowering & Electric Conversion in Toronto

Upgrading a tired four-stroke to lithium torque? Our in-house technicians at the Scarborough service hub handle design, battery bay fabrication, and warranty paperwork. See recent installs on our electric boat conversion page or book a live video consult – we'll estimate range, charger load, and payback before the first bolt is turned.

Shipping & Financing

Most in-stock outboard motors ship within 48 hours, and orders over CA$399 ship free within Canada and the continental U.S. – full timelines on our Payments & Shipping policy. Monthly instalments take minutes to arrange through the Financing page, with no credit-score impact until approval.

Outboard Motor FAQ

How much does an outboard motor cost in Canada?

New portable gas outboards start around $1,400 CAD, portable electrics near $1,500. Expect $3,400–$4,000 for 9.9–20 hp four-strokes, $8,100–$9,600 for the 40–60 hp class, and $14,100–$15,600 for 75–115 hp. Used and refurbished units run meaningfully less.

What's the difference between 2-stroke, 4-stroke, and electric outboards?

New 2-strokes have largely left the Canadian market over emissions rules. Modern four-strokes deliver long range and strong mid-range torque with a seasonal oil change; electric outboards trade some range for silence, instant starts, and almost zero maintenance. We carry four-stroke and electric.

How fast will a 9.9 hp outboard go?

On a light 10–12 ft aluminum boat or inflatable with one person aboard, a 9.9 hp typically reaches 30–35 km/h. Add passengers, gear, or a heavier hull and the same motor settles into the high teens – hull weight matters more than the badge.

What size outboard do I need for my boat?

Check the capacity plate on your transom first – never exceed its rated maximum. As a working guide: 2.5–6 hp for tenders and dinghies, 8–20 hp for tinnies and small RIBs, 25–60 hp for runabouts and pontoons, 75 hp and up for family bowriders and work skiffs.

Do I need a long shaft or short shaft outboard?

Measure from the top of the transom to the bottom of the hull: around 15 inches calls for a short shaft, around 20 inches a long shaft, and 25 inches an extra-long. Most inflatables take short; most sailboats take long or extra-long.

Ready to Repower?

If you're still weighing gas against electric, that's what we're here for. Call, chat, or email and an M-Oceans specialist will size the motor, cables, prop, and battery in one go.