Outboard Engines Market

Outboard Engines Market Size By Ignition Type (Manual and Electric), By Fuel Type (Electric, Gasoline, and Diesel), and By Application (Military, Recreational, and Commercial), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2024 to 2033

Base Year: 2023 Historical Data: 2020-22
  • Report ID: TBI-14418
  • Published Date: Jun, 2024
  • Pages: 238
  • Category: Automotive & Transportation
  • Format: PDF
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The global outboard engines market was valued at USD 11.2 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2024 to 2033. It is expected to reach USD 20.2 billion by 2033. Vessels with trustworthy outboard motors are more in demand as marine tourism—excursions, water cruises, and adventure sports—becomes increasingly popular.

Market Introduction:

The outboard engine market is the industry that manufactures, markets, and distributes outboard motors. Rather than being integrated into the hull, outboard engines are separate propulsion units mounted externally on a boat's transom. Outboard engines usually have a gearbox, powerhead, and propeller. They are widely used in fishing boats, dinghies, pontoons, and boats to power them. Numerous manufacturers of outboard motors are on the market to accommodate a range of boat sizes, power requirements, and performance standards. The rising popularity of recreational boating activities like fishing, water sports, and leisure cruises has significantly impacted the growth of the outboard engines. People are looking for more outdoor recreational opportunities, which has increased demand for boats with outboard motors. Outboard engines are required for fishing boats, both recreational and commercial. The fishing sector's growth, fueled by the increasing demand for seafood and related items, has expanded the outboard engine market. The rise in maritime tourism, which includes trips for sightseeing, island hopping, and whale watching, has raised the need for boats with trustworthy outboard motors. Coastal regions and popular tourist destinations have a high demand for these products.

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Recent Development

In May 2022,  Mercury unveiled two brand-new four-stroke outboards with three-cylinder powerheads, rated at 25 and 30 horsepower. For many boats in this class, the introduction of SmartCraft technologies opens up previously unattainable features. 

In March 2022, the business declared the release of the BFT150D, a new outboard model. The BFT150D boasts enhanced waterproofing with a redesigned cowl latch and sealing and a new aerodynamic-style cowling. 

In February 2022, The next generation of 25/30 horsepower 4-stroke engines will be added to Tohatsu Corporation's model lineup. The lightest 3-cylinder in its class, the new MFS25/30D type is designed to suit a range of boating applications and may soon be introduced to the company's outboard product line. 

Market Dynamics:

Drivers

Replacement market- The replacement market is the part of the outboard engines market that specialises in selling outboard motors to replace older or broken engines on boats. Several factors, including the ageing of present engines, drive this market sector. Owing to the technical advancement in outboard engines, they are increasing being preferred by boat engines, driving the market’s growth.

Restraints:

Shifts in consumer preferences- Consumers are starting to appreciate the fuel efficiency of outboard engines more. Due to escalating fuel prices and environmental consciousness, boaters are searching for engines with better litres per hour (LPH) or miles per gallon (MPG) efficiency. More and more buyers are selecting engines that meet or exceed emission standards designed to minimise contamination in water bodies. These are seriously impeding the market expansion for outboard engines.

Opportunity:

Electric and hybrid outboard engines- There is an increasing environmental concern among consumers and organisations, which increases the demand for more environmentally friendly and sustainable outboard engines. Hybrid and electric outboards engines produce less noise pollution and rely on fossil fuels, which is expected to provide growth opportunities for the market during the forecast period.

Regional segmentation analysis:

The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. North America emerged as the largest global outboard engines market, with a 42.3% market revenue share in 2023.

North America emerged as the largest market for outboard engines. There is an increasing demand for water sports and activities such as cruising, water skiing, etc. in North America. In recreational boats, outboard engines are widely used for propulsion due to their efficiency, versatility, and ease of use, driving up demand for them. Increasing regulations and stringent actions regarding carbon emissions have been imposed in North America, which increases the demand for electric outboard engines.

North America Region Outboard Engines Market Share in 2023 - 42.3%

 

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Ignition Type Segment Analysis

The ignition type segment is divided into manual and electric. The electric segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 55% in 2023. Electric outboard engines are attractive to consumers and regulatory bodies who care about the environment because they produce no pollution.

Fuel Type Segment Analysis

The fuel type segment is divided into electric, gasoline, and diesel. The diesel segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 42% in 2023. Diesel engines are the most fuel-efficient as they provide torque at lower RPMs than gasoline engines. Businesses widely use diesel engines to save costs.

Application Segment Analysis

The application segment is divided into military, recreational, and commercial. The commercial segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 39% in 2023. Commercial outboard engines are used for propulsion in fishing vessels. Furthermore, outboard engines are commercial used in ferries, water taxis, and other vessels.

Some of the Key Market Players:
  • Honda Motor Co. Ltd
  • Tohatsu Corporation
  • Suzuki Motor Corporation
  • Hidea Power Machinery Co. Ltd
  • Selva SpA
  • DEUTZ Aktiengesellschaft
  • Brunswick Corporation
  • LEHR LLC
  • Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd
  • Parsun Power Machine Co. Ltd

Report Description:

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Billion)
Market size value in 2023 USD 11.2 Billion
Market size value in 2033 USD 20.2 Billion
CAGR (2024 to 2033) 6.1%
Historical data 2020-2022
Base Year 2023
Forecast 2024-2033
Region The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East & Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level.
Segments Ignition Type, Fuel Type, Application

Frequesntly Asked Questions

As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the outboard engines market was valued at USD 11.2 billion in 2023 to USD 20.2 billion by 2033.

The global outboard engines market is growing at a CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period 2024-2033.

North America emerged as the largest outboard engines market.

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This study forecasts global, regional, and country revenue from 2020 to 2033. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global outboard engines market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Global Outboard Engines Market By Ignition Type:

  • Manual
  • Electric

Global Outboard Engines Market By Fuel Type:

  • Electric
  • Gasoline
  • Diesel 

Global Outboard Engines Market By Application:

  • Military
  • Recreational
  • Commercial

Global Outboard Engines Market By Region:                             

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa  
    • UAE
    • South Africa

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