LIGHT UP

THE WATER

FOUR-CYLINDER

FORWARD THINKING

THE EFFICIENCY

EXPERT

GO

OUT FRONT AND

THE DISTANCE

PULLING AWAY

200 hp

200 hp

Verado is the world’s

lightest 200 hp four-stroke

175 hp

150 hp

135 hp

ACCELERATED DEVELOPMENT

The idea behind Verado? Create the fastest, most fuel- efficient, best-accelerating, smoothest, quietest, most advanced outboard in the world.

> Verado’s innovative supercharged powerhead delivers

unrivaled speed, acceleration and overall performance.

> Verado is the world’s only self-compensating outboard.

175 hp

150 hp

135 hp

Engine Type:

Dry Weight:

Steering:

Four-cylinder DOHC 105.7 cu in (1732 cc) 510 lb (231 kg)

Big tiller, hydraulic or optional electro-hydraulic power steering available

Unlike naturally aspirated engines, it provides steady,

consistent power regardless of outside conditions

such as temperature and humidity.

THE TOTAL PACKAGE

56 miles (90 km) farther

Warranty:

Induction:

Shaft Length:

Counter Rotation:

CARB Star Rating:

Three-year limited, nondeclining factory-backed Supercharged with charge air cooling 20" (508 mm), 25" (635 mm) Available on 25" (CXL) models 2

Verado is unlike any other outboard, offering unmatched acceleration, fingertip throttle and steering and remarkably quiet power.

>Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering eliminates

steering torque.

> SmartCraft Digital Throttle & Shift (DTS) delivers automotive-like control, instant throttle response and the smoothest shifting available.

> SmartCraft instrumentation provides instantaneous

information on fuel consumption; air, water and

engine temperature; charging level; ground speed

Go farther for less. Over five years, Verado 150 hp delivers

US $3,150 in fuel savings compared to Evinrude® 150 hp E-TEC,®

US $1,150 versus Suzuki 150 hp and US $850 versus Yamaha® 150 hp.

SUZUKI

EVINRUDE E-TEC

Run farther faster with the Range Plus Powertrain.

At maximum cruise, Verado 150 hp provides up to 56 more miles

of range (90 km) per 40-gallon (151-liter) tank than other outboards.

HONDA

Follow the leader. From 0 – 30 mph (0 – 48 kmh), Verado

150 hp is up to 2.4 seconds quicker than other four-strokes.

> Supercharged system provides beefy torque for incredible

Complete coverage. Every Mercury outboard comes with a three-year limited, factory-backed nondeclining warranty and a three-year limited corrosion failure warranty (excluding Mercury Racing and two-stroke outboards).

and maintenance and service advice, all at a glance.

DRIVE PAST THE PUMP

While other manufacturers were running to refuel, Mercury was refining greater fuel economy.

>Enhanced Range Plus Powertrain

increases efficiency up to 43%.

>Advanced electronic controls deliver better economy across the powerband.

>Redesigned intake cam increases airflow and efficiency.

>At cruise, Verado 150 hp delivers up to 26% more mpg than Suzuki 150 hp and 43% more mpg than Evinrude 150 hp E-TEC.

>Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection ensures the perfect ratio of fuel to air for optimal combustion efficiency.

holeshots and jaw-dropping mid-range acceleration.

> Our unique charge air cooler helps increase intake air

density for increased power.

We’re everywhere. Mercury has the largest marine dealer network in the world. No matter where you are, you always have trained Mercury technicians close by for expert service and support.

Source: Mercury Marine Engineering Dept. – May 2007. Test conducted on 18' aluminum Deep V fishing boat using a Mercury Verado 150 hp FourStroke, an Evinrude 150 hp E-TEC two-stroke,a Honda® 150 hp four-stroke, Suzuki 150 hp four-stroke and Yamaha 150 hp four-stroke. Assumptions: Engines are run 100 hours per year over five years; price of gas is US $4.00 per

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gallon/ US $1.06 per liter..

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>Forged pistons, precision-machined oil dams and redesigned bearings reduce friction and increase fuel efficiency.

>Intake cams allow the engine to produce more power while working less.

>Enhanced Power Control Module (PCM) calibration optimizes fuel economy.

“Would I switch from the Yamahas to the Verados? Yeah, I definitely would.”

– Edward D.

YOU’VE ONLY BEGUN TO SEE HOW VERADO BEATS THE COMPETITION

For head-to-head engine tests,

boater interviews and other videos,

Go to MercuryMarine.com

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