Eight Hot New Engines at the 2014 Miami Boat Show
The new 350 is the same block as Volvo Penta’s well-received V8-380 that we tested on several boats last year. It boasts the same variable valve timing, electric vessel control and an industry leading power-to-weight ratio. It will pair well with small family runabouts, like the Bryant Calandra, which we tested with a Volvo Penta 320. Where: Sea Isle Marina, Slip 311
Volvopenta.com .
Eight Hot New Engines at the 2014 Miami Boat Show
Yamaha will have its new F115 four-stroke outboard on display on a Scout 195. The new F115 is 24-pounds lighter than its predecessor—at 377 pounds it’s the lightest outboard in its class. In addition to shedding weight, the new F115 has a redesigned powerhead with increased bore and stroke and better midrange torque. Where: Sea Isle Marina, Slip 618
Yamahaoutboards.com .
Eight Hot New Engines at the 2014 Miami Boat Show
Suzuki’s version of joystick steering for outboards will be on display on both a Dusky 33 Open and a new Glasstream 27 cc. The new joystick system pairs with Suzuki’s fly-by-wire Suzuki Precision Control and will allow Suzuki owners the change to have an integrated joystick system for close-quarters maneuvering. Suzuki outboards from 140-hp on up will also be displayed at the Suzuki pier. Where: Pier 4, Sea Isle Marina
Suzukimarine.com .
Eight Hot New Engines at the 2014 Miami Boat Show
Torqeedo is rapidly developing larger electric outboards capable of pushing bigger boats, offering engines capable of 80 hp. Check out their capabilities on a Calypso or Zodiac while at the show. Where: Sea Isle Marina, Slip 123
Torqeedo.com .
Eight Hot New Engines at the 2014 Miami Boat Show
Want to test a V6 two-stroke engine? A Premier 290 Grandview pontoon will be in water sporting twin 300 E-TECs for sea trials, while also featuring the Optimus 360 joystick controls. Several other boats will be equipped with E-TECS, including a Dusky, Wellcraft, Ranger and Ocean Master. Watch: Our Buyer’s Guide video of the Premier 290 Grandview PTX, with footage of the Optimus 360 steering option. Where: Sea Isle Marina, Evinrude Display
Evinrude.com .
Eight Hot New Engines at the 2014 Miami Boat Show
The world’s largest V8 outboard is capable of producing 557 hp, with a Cadillac CTS-V block that’s fuel injected and supercharged with a closed-loop cooling system. Look to run a 40-foot SeaHunter with triples and a Yellowfin 36 with twins at the show. Where: Sea Isle Marine, Pier Two
Seven-marine.com .
Eight Hot New Engines at the 2014 Miami Boat Show
An intercooled supercharger boosts the performance of this engine to compete with stern drives in the horsepower category. This engine can be found in jet boat models from Four Winns, Scarab and Chaparral. Take a look at a cutaway of the engine at the BRP booth. Where: Convention Center, D-72
Brp.com .
Eight Hot New Engines at the 2014 Miami Boat Show
This hot new 520 stern drive is based on the same cylinder block as the Mercury Racing 502. Mercury Racing increased the cylinder bore size for 21 more cubic inches of displacement. Performance enthusiasts can check out their muscle at the show in a twin installation on an Outer Limits SL36. Mercury will also have a Sea Vee 390 with four Verado 300s and a Statement 38 SUV IO with twin TDi 4.2L 370 diesels. Where: Sea Isle Marina, Pier 2
Mercurymarine.com and Mercuryracing.com .
