Mercury 30 HP EFI 2025: The Flagship Portable
The 2025 Mercury 30 HP EFI FourStroke continues at the top of Mercury’s portable range: a 500cc three-cylinder with battery-free EFI for instant no-battery starting, triple-cylinder smoothness, F-N-R gearing, power trim availability, and the multi-function tiller or remote control. No-spill oil changes and a maintenance-free valve train keep ownership simple. A commanding choice in the 30HP outboard class.
Key Features (2025)
- Battery-free EFI; 500cc triple — top tune
- Power trim; F-N-R gearing
- Multi-function tiller or remote
- No-spill oil change; maintenance-free valve train
Specifications
- Engine: 3-cylinder four stroke, 500cc
- Horsepower: 30 HP
- Fuel Induction: Battery-free EFI
- Starting: Manual or Electric
- Gearshift: Forward-Neutral-Reverse
- Steering: Tiller or remote
- Trim: Power trim available
- Fuel: External tank, 87 octane
- Shaft: 15″ (S) / 20″ (L)
Benefits & Applications
For 16–18 ft aluminum boats, big jons, skiffs, RIBs, pontoons, and workboats. Rivals: Suzuki DF30A 2025, Honda BF30 2025. Same block, lower price: Mercury 25 HP EFI 2025.
Compare Model Years
See the 30 HP EFI 2024 and 30 HP EFI 2026, all Mercury Outboards, or the Mercury brand guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 2025 model cost?
$6,150, in stock.
Tiller or remote?
Both — the multi-function tiller for open boats, remote control for console rigs.
Why three cylinders?
Three smaller power pulses per revolution mean a smoother idle and quieter cruise than any twin.


