2018 Evinrude E-TEC 25 HP E25DRG Outboard Motor

The 2018 Evinrude E25DRG goes rope-start only on this 25 HP graphite engine, matched with a manual trim lever and the shorter 15-inch shaft for buyers who want the simplest build in the range.

What dropping the starter saves in weight

At 150 pounds dry, skipping an electric starter and power trim hardware keeps this among the lighter options here. The two-cylinder E-TEC block measures 2.992 by 2.5 inches across bore and stroke for 577 cc, and the tachometer works its way up from 5,500 to a 6,000 RPM ceiling, routed through mechanical controls on the tiller handle.

Hand-set trim and the charging system

Trim travels a -4 to 16 degree range by hand, and tilt opens to 65 degrees, since neither is powered on this build. Gearing is 2.15:1, and the alternator totals 56 amps with 15 of those net dedicated for accessories.

New, under a 3-year warranty

Evinrude/Johnson XD-100 is called for as the lubricant. This is a new E25DRG, not used or refurbished, running on unleaded fuel, with a 3-year, non-declining Evinrude warranty applying to the powerhead.

Does this engine have an electric starter? No, starting here is by rope only. Can running angle be changed on the water? Yes, by hand with the manual lever. What finish does it come in? Graphite.