Mercury Verado 350HP CXL Outboard White

In CXL trim, this white Verado 350 carries a 25-inch shaft and offers counter rotation. Mercury's Verado 350 moves to an inline-six, a step up in displacement and weight from the V-8-based engines in the smaller Verados.

Why the inline-six platform is different

This family moves to an inline-six four-stroke, 2.6 liters and 668 pounds, a step up from the smaller V-8 Verados. The shift system on this unit is electronic for smooth changes, steering carries hydraulic assist, the mounting design isolates vibration, and overload protection comes built into the starter.

Setup and finish

Counter rotation being available makes this a sound pick if a second engine with opposite propeller spin is part of a future twin setup. Full throttle range is higher here, running 5800 to 6400 RPM. The cowl comes in cold fusion, pearl fusion white, and warm fusion. Packed alongside the engine are mounting hardware, a tool kit, plus the owner's manual. No propeller comes with this particular configuration.

How is this 350 different from a V-8 Verado under the cowl? It uses an inline-six engine rather than a V-8, at a higher weight and full-throttle RPM range.

What warranty comes with it? A 3-year warranty from Mercury Marine.

Does the heavier block change how it should be rigged? Confirm your transom and jack plate, if used, can handle the added weight before installing.