The Mercruiser brand of  marine engine evolved from the name Mercury Marine Engines (Mer), who already manufactured inboard and outboard marine engines which was combined with ‘cruisers’, which was exactly the market the manufacturers were aiming for hence the name Mer – Cruiser.

Diesel engines manufacured by VM were badged as Mercruisers and new models were launched.  Direct injection was now offered giving even more power and better fuel economy in comparison to the earlier indirect injection diesel engines.

Boat using Mercruiser Marine Engine