KTM X-Bow is moving beyond its familiar lightweight sports-car territory with the Arrow, a new side-by-side built for fast work away from tarmac.
It’s the Austrian manufacturer’s first UTV, and the hardware suggests it isn’t treating the category as a casual experiment.
With Audi power, a dual-clutch gearbox and a chassis developed through KTM’s motorsport-adjacent engineering arm, the Arrow arrives as a serious performance play in the off-road space.
At a glance
- KTM X-Bow has unveiled the Arrow, its first side-by-side off-road vehicle.
- Power comes from an Audi-sourced turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.
- Reservations open on November 17, with prices starting at $59,800 and the Black Limited Edition priced at $98,600.
A new direction for KTM X-Bow
The Arrow marks a notable shift for KTM X-Bow, a name more often associated with focused, low-slung sports cars than enclosed-cabin UTVs.
That background is still relevant here, because the Arrow leans on performance-car thinking rather than simply borrowing the visual language of off-road machinery.
The vehicle uses a chromoly steel chassis developed by KTM Components, a division with long-standing involvement in the brand’s Dakar Rally programmes.
That detail matters because UTVs live or die by their structure, especially when power, grip and rough terrain are all part of the equation.
Audi turbo power and dual-clutch shifting
At the centre of the Arrow is an Audi-sourced turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine.
In standard form, the Arrow produces 280 hp, while the Black Limited Edition targets up to 330 hp.
The engine is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, a specification that gives the Arrow a notably road-car-influenced character on paper.
For traction, KTM fits limited-slip differentials at both the front and rear, helping channel the engine’s output across loose surfaces.
Double-wishbone suspension is used at all four corners, a layout well suited to the type of wheel control and travel demanded by performance off-roading.
The Black Limited Edition adds power and equipment
The Arrow will be offered in a standard version and as the Black Limited Edition.
The limited model is capped at 500 numbered examples, adding a more exclusive layer to KTM’s first entry into the side-by-side segment.
Beyond its higher output target, the Black Limited Edition adds air conditioning and a hydraulic fly-off handbrake.
Inside, the fully enclosed cabin features Sabelt seats and harnesses, reinforcing that this is intended as a performance machine rather than a lifestyle accessory with aggressive bodywork.
Details & Specifications
| Brand | KTM X-Bow |
|---|---|
| Model | Arrow |
| Vehicle type | Side-by-side off-road vehicle |
| Engine | Audi-sourced turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder |
| Transmission | Seven-speed dual-clutch |
| Power | 280 hp in standard form |
| Black Limited Edition power | Up to 330 hp |
| Chassis | Chromoly steel chassis developed by KTM Components |
| Suspension | Double-wishbone suspension at all four corners |
| Differentials | Front and rear limited-slip differentials |
| Cabin | Fully enclosed cabin with Sabelt seats and harnesses |
| Black Limited Edition features | Air conditioning and hydraulic fly-off handbrake |
| Black Limited Edition production | 500 numbered examples |
| Price | From $59,800 |
| Black Limited Edition price | $98,600 |
| Reservations | Open November 17 through KTM’s dealer network and website |
Where the Arrow fits
The Arrow should appeal to buyers who want side-by-side capability with a stronger connection to sports-car engineering than the segment usually offers.
Its combination of Audi-sourced power, dual-clutch shifting and a rally-informed chassis makes it one of the more intriguing new arrivals in the performance UTV field.
For KTM X-Bow, it’s a clear statement that the brand’s next chapter won’t be confined to asphalt.
