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2009 KTM X-Bow Superlight
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2009 KTM X-Bow Superlight

2009 KTM X-Bow Superlight

Carbon fibre, the high-tech material from Formula 1, opens up completely new possibilities for sports car manufacturers and was extensively used in the construction of the X-BOW. The result is a unique, radical supersports car that shows racing technology for all to see. It is understood that the clear coat finished bodypanels of the X-BOW “Superlight” are made from carbonfibre.

The KTM X-BOW Superlight brings racing technology uniquely packaged to the road. The scope of supply includes, amongst other things:

  • Audi 2.0 TFSI engine with 177 kW (240 Hp)
  • 6-speed manual transmission
  • Limited slip differential
  • Carbon fibre monocoque and crashbox in clear coat finish
  • Carbon composite underbody with front splitter and rear diffusor in clear coat finish
  • Bodypanels and wheel covers made from carbon composite in clear coat finish
  • Performance suspension with adjustable compression and rebound (high and low speed) and with pre-load adjuster
  • Wheels with single central nut locking
  • Removable multifunctional steering wheel adjustable in rake and reach

2009 KTM X-Bow Superlight 2009 KTM X-Bow Superlight

In Detail

type Series Production Car
price €/td> €79,980
engine Inline-4
position Mid
aspiration Turbocharged
valvetrain DOHC, 4 Valves per Cyl
displacement 1984 cc / 121.07 in³
power 179 kw / 240 bhp @ 5500 rpm
specific output 120.97 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 305.73 bhp per tonne
torque 310.5 nm / 229 ft lbs @ 5500 rpm
curb weight 785 kg / 1731 lbs
top speed ~220.43 kph / 137 mph
0 – 60 mph ~3.9 seconds