How to convert 180 kW to horsepower
One kilowatt equals 1.34102 mechanical horsepower. For 180 kW:
180 kW × 1.34102 = 241.4 hp
Rounded, a 180 kW motor is rated at about 241 hp. European brochures often quote metric horsepower instead: 245 PS.
180 kW in other units
| Metric horsepower (PS) | 244.73 PS |
| Mechanical horsepower (hp) | 241.38 hp |
| Watts | 180,000 W |
| BTU per hour | 614,185 BTU/h |
What torque does 180 kW give?
Power and torque are linked by engine speed: torque (lb-ft) = hp × 5,252 ÷ rpm, or torque (Nm) = kW × 9,549 ÷ rpm. If 180 kW is produced at these speeds:
| Engine speed | Torque |
|---|---|
| 1,500 rpm | 1,146 Nm (845 lb-ft) |
| 2,500 rpm | 688 Nm (507 lb-ft) |
| 3,500 rpm | 491 Nm (362 lb-ft) |
| 4,500 rpm | 382 Nm (282 lb-ft) |
| 5,500 rpm | 313 Nm (230 lb-ft) |
| 6,500 rpm | 264 Nm (195 lb-ft) |
Running at 180 kW
A motor or heater running at 180 kW for one hour uses 180 kWh. At $0.17 per kWh that costs about $30.60 per hour.
180 kW as a charging rate
An EV charging at 180 kW adds 42 kWh (10–80% of a 60 kWh battery) in about 24 min, including roughly 10% charging losses and a realistic 65% average power on a DC fast charger.
Is 180 kW a lot?
Found in powerful sedans, sporty trims and many electric cars.
Values around 180 kW
| kW | PS | hp |
|---|---|---|
| 176 kW | 239.29 PS | 236.02 hp |
| 177 kW | 240.65 PS | 237.36 hp |
| 178 kW | 242.01 PS | 238.70 hp |
| 179 kW | 243.37 PS | 240.04 hp |
| 180 kW | 244.73 PS | 241.38 hp |
| 181 kW | 246.09 PS | 242.72 hp |
| 182 kW | 247.45 PS | 244.07 hp |
| 183 kW | 248.81 PS | 245.41 hp |
| 184 kW | 250.17 PS | 246.75 hp |
Frequently asked questions
How many hp is 180 kW?
180 kW is 241.4 mechanical horsepower (241 hp rounded).
How many kW is 241 hp?
241 hp is 179.7 kW (hp × 0.7457).
How many PS is 180 kW?
180 kW is 244.73 metric horsepower (PS).
Is 180 kW a lot?
Found in powerful sedans, sporty trims and many electric cars.
Last updated November 10, 2026