Rumor: Upcoming Abarth sports car to be based on KTM X-Bow
By Andrew C., 30 Aug, 2010. 0 Comments
KTM X-BOW
Soon to be added to Abarth's sports car lineup is a Lotus Exige rival that's based on the radical KTM X-Bow. The Fiat-owned tuner said that this will be built on top of the speedster and roadster version of the 500 that are being planned. According to senior sources within the company, the resulting model would be a limited-edition, mid-engined two-seater due in 2013.
Abarth is reportedly purchasing a rolling chassis from the renowned Austrian motorbike maker, which first ventured into the four-wheeler market two years ago.
The X-Bow was equipped with an Audi-sourced TFSI powerplant that was installed behind the driver; however, Abarth will install a new 1.8-liter version of Fiat's award-winning MultiAir turbocharged petrol engine, which delivers over 200bhp. Around the X-Bow's carbon fibre monocoque platform, there will be a distinctive bodyshell and interior. This effectively replaces KTM's chopped-up track car exterior for a more fashionable look that is reminiscent of Abarth's links with Fiat.
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