Convert Kilowatts to Metric Horsepower
kW to PS · power conversion
What are kilowatts and metric horsepower?
A kilowatt is 1,000 watts, used for appliances, motors, and EV charging. Metric horsepower (PS) is about 735.5 watts, used in European car specifications. For reference: a typical car engine makes 100–150 kW (about 134–201 hp).
How to convert kilowatts to metric horsepower
1 kW = 1.35962 PS. To convert, multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.35962. For example, 5 kW = 6.79811 PS, and 20 kW = 27.1924 PS. To go the other way, multiply metric horsepower by 0.735499 (since 1 PS = 0.735499 kW).
Kilowatts to Metric Horsepower conversion table
| Kilowatts (kW) | Metric Horsepower (PS) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.35962 |
| 10 | 13.5962 |
| 100 | 135.962 |
| 500 | 679.811 |
| 1,000 | 1,359.62 |
| 2,000 | 2,719.24 |
| 5,000 | 6,798.11 |
FAQ
What is 1 kW in PS?
1 kW = 1.35962 PS. To convert any amount, multiply the number of kilowatts by 1.35962.
How do I convert metric horsepower back to kilowatts?
Go the other way: 1 PS = 0.735499 kW, so multiply metric horsepower by 0.735499 to get kilowatts.
Is a kilowatt bigger than a metric horsepower?
Yes — 1 kW is the larger unit, equal to 1.35962 PS.
Are these power conversions exact?
They use the standard internationally-defined conversion factors. Results are rounded to six significant figures for readability, which is accurate enough for everyday and most technical use.