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Convert kilowatts to metric horsepower

1 kW=1.35962PS

Use the converter below to change any kilowatts value into metric horsepower instantly — with formula, conversion table, and real-world examples.

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Conversion formula

Forward
metric horsepower = kilowatts × 1.35962
Reverse
kilowatts = metric horsepower × 0.7355

Example: 10 kW × 1.35962 = 13.5962 PS.

About both units

From

Kilowatt

kW

The kilowatt equals 1000 watts. Car engine outputs in metric countries are usually given in kW; 100 kW ≈ 136 PS. Home electric panels are sized in kW (typical European home: 15–25 kW peak).

Real-world: Small car: 80 kW. Performance car: 200+ kW. Home peak load: 3–10 kW. Heat pump: 5–15 kW.
Read full kilowatt reference →
To

Metric Horsepower

PS

Metric horsepower (PS in German, ch in French) equals 735.5 watts. It is the standard power unit in European car marketing — a "200 PS" car has 147 kW. Slightly smaller than mechanical horsepower (1.4%).

Real-world: VW Golf GTI: ~245 PS = 180 kW. BMW M3: ~480 PS = 353 kW.
Read full metric horsepower reference →

Kilowatt to Metric Horsepower conversion table

Common kilowatts to metric horsepower values for quick reference.

Kilowatt (kW)Metric Horsepower (PS)
1 kW1.35962 PS
5 kW6.79811 PS
10 kW13.5962 PS
50 kW67.9811 PS
100 kW135.962 PS
500 kW679.811 PS
1,000 kW1,359.62 PS
5,000 kW6,798.11 PS
10,000 kW13,596.22 PS
50,000 kW67,981.08 PS

Tips & common mistakes

Quick tips

  • 1 kW = 1000 W = 1.34 hp = 1.36 PS.
  • Home electricity contracted capacity often 3–11 kW in EU.
  • Multiply kW × hours = kWh energy consumed.

Avoid these

  • Confusing kW with kWh — power vs energy.
  • Assuming all hp measurements are identical — PS differs by 1.4%.
  • Exceeding contracted kW limit trips home main breaker.

Frequently asked questions

How many metric horsepower in a kilowatt?
One kilowatt equals 1.35962 metric horsepower.
How do I convert kilowatts to metric horsepower?
Multiply the kilowatt value by 1.35962 to get the equivalent in metric horsepower.
What is 100 kilowatts in metric horsepower?
100 kilowatts equals 135.962 metric horsepower.
Is a kilowatt bigger than a metric horsepower?
Yes. 1 kilowatt equals 1.35962 metric horsepower, so one kilowatt is larger.
How to convert kilowatts to metric horsepower without a calculator?
Multiply by 1.36 for a quick estimate; use a calculator for precise results.

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More to Metric Horsepower

W → PS
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MW → PS
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