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KTM X-Bow GT 2.0 Turbo (285 Hp)
Overall Rating
KTM X-Bow:
The KTM X-Bow is an ultra-light sports car manufactured by Austrian automotive manufacturer KTM, a company known for their production of motorcycles. The X-Bow was the first mass-produced car in their product range and was unveiled and launched at the Geneva Motor Show in 2008. The X-Bow road car was developed in collaboration with KISKA GmbH, Audi, and Dallara.
KTM developed its X-Bow road cars in collaboration with design studio KISKA GmbH, Audi, and Dallara. It uses a carbon fiber monocoque....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GT Overview:
KTM X-Bow (GT). With 420 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 847 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.1 s). The top speed reaches 231 km/h. A two-seater convertible designed for open-top driving pleasure. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The KTM X-Bow GT, being a highly specialized, low-volume track-focused vehicle, has not undergone official Euro NCAP crash testing. Its design prioritizes lightweight and performance over conventional passive safety features, relying on its carbon monocoque and driver skill.
2.0 Turbo (285 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.0 Turbo engine delivers exhilarating performance, propelling the lightweight X-Bow GT with impressive acceleration and a strong power-to-weight ratio, making it incredibly responsive on road and track.
Fuel Economy
Considering its high-performance nature and track-focused design, the combined fuel consumption of 8.3 l/100 km is remarkably efficient for a car offering such raw driving thrills.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional power-to-weight ratio and acceleration
- • Unfiltered, immersive driving experience
- • Precise handling and track capability
- • Unique, head-turning design
- • Relatively efficient for its performance
Cons:
- • Lack of conventional comfort features
- • Limited practicality for daily use
- • No official crash safety rating
- • High purchase and running costs
- • Exposure to elements due to open-top design
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GT-XR: January, 2023 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | KTM |
| Model: | X-Bow |
| Generation: | GT |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 Turbo (285 Hp) |
| Start of production: | May, 2013 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Roadster |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 285 Hp @ 6400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 143.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 420 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1984 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 231 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3 kg/Hp, 336.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2 kg/Nm, 495.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.9 sec |
| 100 km/h - 0: | 32.9 m |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 847 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3738 mm mm [888mm less] |
| Width: | 1915 mm mm [126mm less] |
| Height: | 1202 mm mm [38mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2430 mm mm [420mm less] |
| Front track: | 1672 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1626 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 305 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 262 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 205/40 R17 |
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