How to convert 85 kW to horsepower
One kilowatt equals 1.34102 mechanical horsepower. For 85 kW:
85 kW × 1.34102 = 114.0 hp
Rounded, a 85 kW motor is rated at about 114 hp. European brochures often quote metric horsepower instead: 116 PS.
85 kW in other units
| Metric horsepower (PS) | 115.57 PS |
| Mechanical horsepower (hp) | 113.99 hp |
| Watts | 85,000 W |
| BTU per hour | 290,032 BTU/h |
What torque does 85 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 85 kW is produced at these speeds:
| Engine speed | Torque |
|---|---|
| 1,500 rpm | 541 Nm (399 lb-ft) |
| 2,500 rpm | 325 Nm (239 lb-ft) |
| 3,500 rpm | 232 Nm (171 lb-ft) |
| 4,500 rpm | 180 Nm (133 lb-ft) |
| 5,500 rpm | 148 Nm (109 lb-ft) |
| 6,500 rpm | 125 Nm (92 lb-ft) |
Running at 85 kW
A motor or heater running at 85 kW for one hour uses 85 kWh. At $0.17 per kWh that costs about $14.45 per hour.
85 kW as a charging rate
An EV charging at 85 kW adds 42 kWh (10–80% of a 60 kWh battery) in about 50 min, including roughly 10% charging losses and a realistic 65% average power on a DC fast charger.
Is 85 kW a lot?
One of the most common outputs for everyday cars: well-powered superminis and compact hatchbacks.
Values around 85 kW
| kW | PS | hp |
|---|---|---|
| 81 kW | 110.13 PS | 108.62 hp |
| 82 kW | 111.49 PS | 109.96 hp |
| 83 kW | 112.85 PS | 111.30 hp |
| 84 kW | 114.21 PS | 112.65 hp |
| 85 kW | 115.57 PS | 113.99 hp |
| 86 kW | 116.93 PS | 115.33 hp |
| 87 kW | 118.29 PS | 116.67 hp |
| 88 kW | 119.65 PS | 118.01 hp |
| 89 kW | 121.01 PS | 119.35 hp |
Frequently asked questions
How many hp is 85 kW?
85 kW is 114.0 mechanical horsepower (114 hp rounded).
How many kW is 114 hp?
114 hp is 85.0 kW (hp × 0.7457).
How many PS is 85 kW?
85 kW is 115.57 metric horsepower (PS).
Is 85 kW a lot?
One of the most common outputs for everyday cars: well-powered superminis and compact hatchbacks.
Last updated November 10, 2026