Valcourt, Quebec, April 27, 2005 - Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) announces the expansion of its Evinrude E-TEC outboard engine line-up. The 115-hp 60-degree V4 E-TEC is now joined by a 130-hp engine and a 60-degree V6 platform will be available in 150-hp, 175- hp, and 200-hp. As of fall 2005, the Evinrude E-TEC line-up will go from 40 through 250 hp.
In addition to the mid-range engines, the Evinrude E-TEC line will now be available in in-line 2- cylinder 40, 50, and 60-hp; in-line 3-cylinder 75 and 90-hp; V4 115 and 130-hp; V6 150, 175, and 200-hp; V6 200, 200 HO, 225, 225 HO, and 250-hp models. These industry-leading direct injection engines offer low maintenance, exceptionally low emissions and sound, durability and high power in a unique design.
The Johnson four-stroke line will include 2.5 through 225-hp engines. The 2.5-hp is a new addition to the line-up and will be available in early spring 2006. Johnson two-stroke engines available for 2006 include the 3.5, 9.9, 15, 90, 115, 150, and 175-hp models.
"Internationally, the market demand for Evinrude E-TEC is growing faster than anticipated, due to the advanced technology and unique value propositions that no other manufacturer can offer," said Michel Hade, vice president, general manager, International Sales and Marketing. "These new models will contribute to the great success we have already experienced with Evinrude E-TEC through strong consumer demand."
The new compact, lightweight engine platforms deliver the advanced features of all Evinrude E-TEC engines, offering excellent fuel economy and strong performance while providing the industries best emissions , no scheduled dealer maintenance for three years or 300-hours of use, industry-leading quality components, and unique BRP styling. The 130 and 200-hp engines feature an exclusive variable exhaust control valve that delivers more low-end power and top speed performance than ever before.
All Evinrude E-TEC engines are available in freshwater and saltwater models (with all models approved for saltwater use). The 150-hp HO model will feature a high performance gear case and unique graphics package.
Evinrude E-TEC won the Clean Air Excellence Award from the US EPA earlier this month in Washington DC. This is the first time ever a marine engine has received this prestigious recognition for improving air quality and a safer boating environment. This award confirms that the Evinrude E-TEC technology produces lower exhaust emissions including lower carbon monoxide emissions than four-stroke engines and meets stringent 2006 EPA, European Union (EU), and 2008 California Air Resources Board (CARB) 3-Star ultra-low emissions standards.
BRP, a privately held company, is a world leader in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and marketing of motorised recreational vehicles. Our portfolio of brands and products includes: Ski-Doo® and LynxTM snowmobiles, Sea-Doo® watercraft and sport boats, Johnson® and Evinrude® outboard engines, direct injection technologies such as Evinrude E-TECTM, Bombardier* all-terrain vehicles (ATV), Rotax® engines and karts. www.brp.com
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Cy Werda
International Marketing Manager,
262.884.5087
cy.werda@brp.com
Johanne Denault, Senior Advisor
Communications & Public Affairs
450.532.5173
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