The KTM X-Bow 592bhp has finally received its first update since its sports car division changed hands. Financial pressure at the Austrian motorcycle maker forced the sale, and a Belgian investment group stepped in. Led by rally driver Guillaume de Mévius, the buyers have family ties to Anheuser-Busch InBev, the brewing giant behind Budweiser and Corona.
KTM X-Bow 592bhp Power Upgrade
Headlining the update is the new Factory 600 package, which adds an uprated intake manifold, turbocharger and intercooler. Those changes lift the Audi-sourced 2.5-litre five-cylinder by 99bhp, to 592bhp. Power to weight is the metric that matters in this class, and this output keeps the X-Bow firmly in the hunt.
The Evo spec brings a more aggressive front splitter, canards and new louvres in the wings, all derived from the GT2-class racer. Aero of this kind matters on track, where downforce defines corner speed. Enthusiasts planning a U.S. purchase should also read our earlier piece on KTM’s Lightweight Supercar Is Finally Coming To America.
| ⚙️Engine / Powertrain | 2.5L Turbocharged Five-Cylinder (Audi-sourced) |
| 🐎Power Output | 592 HP |
| ⚡Peak Torque | (est.) 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) |
| ⏱️0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) | 0-60 mph in 2.5s (est.) |
| 🚀Top Speed | (est.) 180 mph (290 km/h) |
| 🔄Drivetrain / Gearbox | RWD / Manual or Sequential |
| 💰Starting Price / Est. | $200,000 (est.) |
Cabin Changes Target Everyday Usability
Inside, a 7in touchscreen now brings Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to every car. Meanwhile, the rear-view camera is no longer standard, replaced by traditional folding mirrors. Buyers who still want the camera can order it as an option. Capristo exhaust is also available from the German firm, with details at KTM.
Ownership Change Reshapes the Brand
Ownership is the real story here. Bajaj’s takeover of the parent company set the stage, but the Belgian buyers now control the sports car division. On paper, that brings capital and stability, yet the segment remains brutal. Still, limited-run lightweight supercars rarely lose their appeal, so collectors will watch the KTM X-Bow 592bhp closely. For more industry analysis, visit Auto News Magazine.
Liam Campbell
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