2018 Tohatsu 20 Hp MFS20EEFTL Outboard Motor

Power tilt joins electric start on the 2018 Tohatsu MFS20EEFTL, the long-shaft, EFI version of the 20 hp tiller line. Where the manual-trim MFS20EEFL needs a hand lever to adjust running depth, this one trims through six positions at the touch of a switch.

What power tilt adds

Power tilt pays off most if you shift between shallow launch spots and open running water often, since you're not reaching for a lever each time; it adds weight and complexity over the manual-trim version but doesn't change the 20-inch shaft needed for your transom. This EFI engine's full-throttle band sits at 5,000 to 6,000 rpm from a 333cc block.

Fuel and charging

This one runs its own 3-gallon tank, close to 12 liters, feeding the EFI system through a dedicated hose rather than anything shared with the carbureted siblings. A 12-volt, 12-amp alternator backs up electric start by keeping the battery charged, and the engine is cleared for saltwater use.

Q: Does power tilt replace the need to check shaft length? No, tilt range and shaft length are separate matters; confirm your transom height regardless of which trim option you choose.

Tohatsu's 5-year warranty applies to the MFS20EEFTL. Between the power tilt and the EFI system, there's more to this motor electrically than the carbureted manual-tilt versions, so keep the battery terminals clean and tight for both systems to work reliably.

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