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Convert electric kilowatts (kW) to mechanical brake horsepower (hp). Compare electric vehicles (EVs), internal combustion car engines, and industrial electric motors.
Multiply power in kilowatts by 1.34102 to get mechanical horsepower.
Multiply horsepower by 0.7457 to get kilowatts.
Quick reference lookup values
| Kilowatts (kW) | Horsepower (Mechanical) (hp) |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 1.341 hp |
| 5 kW | 6.7051 hp |
| 10 kW | 13.4102 hp |
| 50 kW | 67.0511 hp |
| 75 kW | 100.5767 hp |
| 100 kW | 134.1022 hp |
| 150 kW | 201.1533 hp |
| 200 kW | 268.2044 hp |
| 250 kW | 335.2555 hp |
| 300 kW | 402.3066 hp |
| 400 kW | 536.4088 hp |
| 500 kW | 670.511 hp |
| 750 kW | 1005.7666 hp |
100 kW is approximately 134.1 horsepower (hp).
Electric vehicle ratings in kW are multiplied by 1.341 to get equivalent mechanical horsepower. For example, a 300 kW electric motor outputs ~402 hp.
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