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From kilowatts (kW) to metric horsepower (PS/CV)
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The online calculator we offer is a tool to convert kilowatts to PS (metric horsepower). To perform the calculation, you just need to enter the value in kilowatts (kW) you want to transform. The conversion to metric horsepower will be done automatically.
Remember kilowatts and kilowatts are the same and both refer to the same amount of power: 1000 watts (W), to convert from kw to PS.
How are kilowatts calculated to metric horsepower (PS)?
To convert from kilowatts (kW) to metric horsepower (PS), the formula is: PS = Value in kW × 1.35962, so we would have that 1 kW is approximately equivalent to 1.35962 PS (It is usually rounded to 1.360 PS). If you have the value in kilowatts, you just need to multiply it by 1.35962 to get the value in PS.
For example:
- To convert 1 kw to PS, we just need to multiply 1 kW x 1.3596 ≈ 1.36 PS.
- If we want to convert 2 kW to PS, the mathematical calculation would be 2 kW x 1.3596 ≈ 2.72 PS.
- To change from 5 kw to metric horsepower PS, we multiply 5 kW x 1.3596 ≈ 6.80 PS.
- If we want to convert 10 kW to PS, the calculation would be 10 kW x 1.3596 ≈ 13.60 PS.
- To transform 20 kilowatts to PS, we multiply 20 kW x 1.3596 ≈ 27.19 PS.
Remember that the abbreviation for kilowatt is kW (engine power) and it is an international power unit commonly used in physics and engineering. The metric horsepower is PS (historically, the amount of work a horse can do, though now formally defined) is another power unit at the European level, widely used to describe the power of engines.
🟧 Note: Optionally, the kilowatts to metric horsepower calculator allows conversions from kW to other power units such as: Watts (W), Joules per second (J/s), etc.
Conversion table from kilowatts kw to PS
In the following table, we offer you some already calculated values of kilowatts in metric horsepower (PS) so you can consult them quickly:
| Kilowatts (kW) | Metric Horsepower (PS) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 kW | 0.14 PS |
| 0.5 kW | 0.68 PS |
| 1 kW | 1.36 PS |
| 2 kW | 2.72 PS |
| 5 kW | 6.80 PS |
| 10 kW | 13.60 PS |
| 20 kW | 27.19 PS |
| 30 kW | 40.79 PS |
| 40 kW | 54.38 PS |
| 50 kW | 67.98 PS |
| 75 kW | 101.97 PS |
| 100 kW | 135.96 PS |
| 150 kW | 203.94 PS |
| 200 kW | 271.92 PS |
| 250 kW | 339.90 PS |
| 300 kW | 407.88 PS |
| 400 kW | 543.84 PS |
| 500 kW | 679.80 PS |
| 750 kW | 1,019.70 PS |
| 1,000 kW | 1,359.60 PS |
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Frequently asked questions about calculating kilowatts to PS – FAQ
What is a kW and what is a PS?
A kW (kilowatt): It is a unit of power in the international system and PS (metric horsepower): It is another unit of power, commonly used in Europe to describe engine power.
How do I convert kW to PS?
Multiply the kW by 1.35962 (or 1.36 for a quick calculation). For example, 100 kW × 1.35962 = 135.962 PS, which is rounded to 135.96 PS or 136 PS.
What is the formula to convert from kW to PS?
To convert kW to PS, use the formula PS = Value in kW × 1.35962. Where 1 kW is approximately equivalent to 1.35962 PS. An example, 10 kW × 1.35962 ≈ 13.60 PS.
Why are there two units to measure the same thing?
The kW is the international standard used in physics and electricity, while PS (metric horsepower) is more common in European countries, especially in the automotive sector, due to tradition.
Is 1 kW equal to 1.36 PS?
Yes, approximately. This is a simplified way for quick calculations, but remember that 1 kW (kilowatt) is exactly equivalent to 1.359621617 PS (metric horsepower).
What is kW used for more and what is PS used for more?
kW is mainly used for electrical appliances, solar panels, electric car batteries. And PS: In the power of cars, motorcycles, and industrial machinery in Europe, although kW is increasingly used in these areas as well, being the SI unit.
How much is 100 kW in PS?
The result of the conversion would be 135.96 PS (or approximately 136 PS). Where the calculations are 100 kW × 1.35962 ≈ 135.96 PS.
Does a car with 80 kW have good power for the city?
80 kW is equivalent to about 109 PS, which is sufficient for urban and highway use in a small or medium car.
Why do I get different values when I look for the exact equivalence between kW and PS?
Because the real factor is 1 kW = 1.359621617 PS, but it is often rounded to 1.36 or 1.3596 to facilitate calculations.
Do electric cars come with power in kW and gasoline ones in PS?
Yes, generally. Electric cars show their power in kW, which is the official unit of the International System. Internal combustion ones have traditionally used PS in Europe (or HP in the USA), although they must also indicate kW.
What is the difference between kW and kVA?
No, they are not the same. kW (kilowatt) measures real or active power. And kVA (kilo-volt-ampere) measures apparent power (used in electricity). They are different concepts although they sound similar.
Why do manufacturers show kW instead of PS?
In many countries, legislation (such as Law 32/2014 in Spain or European regulations) requires the use of kW, as it is part of the International System of Units. PS is often included as a reference due to custom, but kW is mandatory, especially in vehicle technical specifications.
Does a car with more kW always have more PS?
Yes, as PS is calculated directly from kW (kW × 1.35962), more kW always means more PS.
How many PS does an electric motor of 150 kW have?
An electric motor of 150 kW has approximately 204 PS. The calculations are 150 kW × 1.35962 ≈ 203.94 PS, which is rounded to 204 PS.
