KTM X-Bow goes off-roading with new Arrow

KTM X-Bow has unveiled a new off-roader designed to deliver the best possible performance on all surfaces – the Arrow.

The Austrian firm has looked to impart the features and characteristics of its lightweight sports cars into the off-roading Arrow while drawing from learnings made during challenges like the Dakar Rally.

At the heart of the Arrow sits a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine connected to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. KTM X-Bow says that launch models will put out around 330bhp, too, while standard cars will get a still-respectable 280bhp.

It’s all housed within a chromoly steel chassis with double-wishbone suspension at all four wheels. KTM X-Bow says that the Arrow should deliver up to 600mm of suspension travel which will help it to navigate larger obstacles more easily.

Front and rear limited-slip differentials should help to deliver high levels of traction on all surfaces, while a fly-off handbrake – similar to the ones used in rally cars – can help when making sharp turns.

Within the enclosed cabin are Sabelt seats and a full harness system, while air conditioning on launch edition cars should help to keep things cool even when it’s very hot outside.

Reservations for the KTM X-Bow Arrow will open on November 17, with the brand stating a starting price of $59,800 for standard cars, which is around £44,920. A higher-spec Black Limited Edition car – limited to just 500 vehicles worldwide – will be available at a higher price of $98,600, or around £74,000.