FULL THROTTLE THRILLS
Ilmor is MasterCraft’s exclusive partner for recreational marine engines. A Penske Company, Ilmor has more than 30 years experience in automotive racing. Enjoy more time and more fun on the water with the industry’s most responsive, robust and reliable engines.
REAL WORLD RELIABILITY
Ilmor knows how to engineer simplicity and reliability. From fewer hoses and clamps to an engine power distribution module (e-PDM), eliminating the need for physical fuses and allowing resets right from the dash, you’ll experience unrivalled reliability. A crank-mounted raw water pump on the 6.0L, 5.3L and 6.2L engines eliminates common failure points, allowing longer time (two seasons/125 hours) between routine impeller servicing.
LEVELED UP WITH MORE LITRES
More litres mean more power, and you’ll feel the difference in our 380 horsepower 6.0L MPI engine, standard on the NXT, XT and ProStar models. X models, the XStar and XStar S feature a powerful 430 horsepower 6.2L GDI, and can be upgraded to a massive 7.4L MPI making 522 horsepower. The torque and gearing ratios are all designed to give a power curve with tractor-like towing muscle in a boat filled with ballast, but also plenty of top–end speed. For those seeking salt water, the super tech 5.3L GDI has an efficient close-cooled aluminium block, running 365 horsepower at higher RPMs giving it outstanding top-end performance.
MEAN AND CLEAN
And consistent with our philosophy of Making Boating Better, Ilmor engines meet the strictest environmental requirements of not just the EPA, but also CARB ultra clean ratings, single/twin BSO certification, and EU-RCD standards. The Ilmor GDI class engine is one of the top 5-star emissions rated gasoline marine engines in the world.
WORLD-CLASS WARRANTY
Ilmor engines have an unprecedented 7-year, 1,000-hour, factory-backed warranty—the most comprehensive in the towboat industry. This is the gold standard.
DOUBLE VOLTAGE
Ilmor has incorporated new Mechman alternators offering 180A of peak current output (double the previous generation). So plug in and play loud, knowing your boat’s electrical system has top-of-the-line power.
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5.3L GDI HO
The 5.3L GDI HO (high output) replaces the 6.0L as the standard engine in NXT and XT models, providing superior performance and up to 15% improved fuel efficiency. *Some early MY25 NXT models will ship with the legacy 6.0L engine.
Displacement
5.3L
Power
5600 RPM / 380 HP
Torque
4200 RPM / 407 FT-LB
6.2L GDI
Standard on the X and XStar models, the 6.2L GDI boasts 430 horsepower of towing excellence.
The 6.2L GDI is part of Ilmor’s gasoline direct injection engine series. With precise fuel injection technology, gasoline direct injection engines maximise engine and fuel efficiency.
Displacement
6.2L
Power
5,400 RPM / 430 HP
Torque
4,000 RPM / 479 FT-LB
6.0L MPI
The 6.2L Supercharged engine produces 630HP and 665 ft-lb of torque for more power and fun on the water.
This high performance engine is part of Ilmor’s multi-port sequential fuel injection engine series. It is available on the X24, X26, and the XStar Family.
Displacement
6.0L
Power
5,500 RPM / 630 HP
Torque
3,800 RPM / 665 FT-LB
5.3L GDI Saltwater
Built for saltwater excellence, the super tech 5.3L GDI has a closed-cooled aluminum block for maximum efficiency. With 365 horsepower, it provides outstanding top-end performance.
The 5.3L GDI is part of Ilmor’s gasoline direct injection engine series. With precise fuel injection technology, gasoline direct injection engines maximise engine and fuel efficiency.
Displacement
5.3L
Power
5,400 RPM / 365 HP
Torque
4,100 RPM / 400 FT-LB
