I was told that for 2017 the Mercury 250 Pro XS was detuned from 275 horsepower to 240 horsepower in order to meet more strict emission standards and to allow the Optimax to continue in production for another few years. I sure hope this is not true. Hopefully, the Bass Cat factory can shed some light on this topic. If they detuned the Pro XS, would the same reduction take place for the Verado? For 35 more horsepower, I would want the Verado. I will soon purchase my new retirement boat and need answers to questions such as the above.