KTM X-Bow GT-XR is an Audi-powered, 517-hp race car for the road
KTM saved its promise of launching a street-legal model of the track-only X-Bow GT2 unveiled in 2020. Known as X-Bow GT-XR, the coupe shares quite a few competition-proven elements with its race-going sibling however positive factors quite a few options added to enhance consolation.
Energy for the GT-XR comes from a turbocharged, 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine sourced from Audi and tuned to develop 517 horsepower and 428 pound-feet of torque. If these figures do not sound supercar-worthy, remember that the most recent addition to the KTM vary weighs merely 2,755 kilos. Put one other method, it has extra energy than the last-generation Mercedes-AMG C63 S but it weighs lower than a Subaru BRZ.
Mid-mounted, the five-cylinder spins the rear wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch computerized transmission and a mechanical limited-slip differential. KTM quotes a 3.4-second dash from 0 to 62 mph and a prime velocity of 174 mph. It is not all about straight-line velocity, although. On the observe, the GT-XR advantages from an adjustable suspension system, huge brakes (carbon ceramic items are elective), and an information logging system. On a street journey, the motive force can depend on a driving vary of over 620 miles thanks partially to a 25.3-gallon gas tank.
KTM retained the GT2’s power-operated, fighter-jet-like cover, which tilts ahead to offer entry to the cabin, and the GT-XR seems to be lots just like the GT2. It is low, extensive, and lots much less generic-looking than many different low-volume supercars. The monocoque and physique panels are made with carbon fiber to assist preserve weight in examine, and there is much more happening within the aerodynamic division than initially meets the attention. KTM notes that the suspension system’s elements are aerodynamically optimized and that it fitted the GT-XR with an modern system known as AirCurtain that routes the vortices generated by the entrance spoiler across the ground to create an air seal across the automobile.
Whereas the GT-XR is basically a GT2 made simply tame sufficient to qualify for street-legal standing, it is not as stripped-out as you would possibly count on. It options air con, a digital rear-view mirror, USB-C charging ports, and Bluetooth connectivity. Trunk area checks in at about 5.6 cubic toes, which is okay for the section, and consumers can order a set of custom-fitted baggage developed with Meindl. It could possibly’t conceal its race automobile genes, nonetheless: it contains a pair of carbon fiber bucket seats with harnesses and a quick-release steering with with an built-in show.
Inbuilt Graz, Austria, the KTM X-Bow GT-XR is on sale now with a base worth of €284,900 (about $282,384) earlier than taxes.
