The 2023 KTM X-BOW GTX Is a Street-Legal Fighter Jet for the Circuit

If you're chasing the ultimate track-day machine—built with cutting-edge motorsport tech and no compromises—the 2023 KTM X-BOW GTX should be at the top of your list. Engineered with help from Audi and race car specialists Dallara, this purpose-built track beast combines a featherweight carbon monocoque chassis, FIA-approved safety gear, and Audi’s legendary turbocharged five-cylinder power.

Currently showing just 67 miles on the digital dash, this X-BOW GTX is available in Texas on dealer consignment and comes with a bill of sale. It's not road-legal, but for those serious about shaving seconds off their lap times, it's as good as it gets.

Born for the Circuit

Unlike the original open-cockpit X-BOW that first turned heads in 2008, the GTX version—introduced in 2020—is all about pushing track performance to the extreme. The extended chassis is now fully enclosed by a fighter-jet-style canopy that lifts upwards for access, featuring polycarbonate glass and scissor-style doors. It's futuristic, aggressive, and entirely built around aerodynamics and safety.

Full Carbon and Aero Game Strong

This particular 2023 KTM X-BOW GTX wears exposed carbon-fiber body panels that scream motorsport. A track-tuned aero package includes a prominent front splitter, an adjustable rear wing, and a central wiper that cuts across the race-spec windshield. LED lighting rounds off the exterior, but let’s be honest—this thing isn’t here to win any parking lot beauty contests. It's designed to dominate circuits.

Serious Race Hardware

Rolling on lightweight 18-inch OZ Racing center-lock wheels, the X-BOW GTX runs a staggered setup of Michelin racing slicks—30/65 up front and 31/71 at the rear. The fully independent double-wishbone suspension is dialed in with Sachs adjustable coilovers, using pushrod-actuated inboard shocks up front for optimal weight distribution. Braking is just as serious, with 6-piston AP Racing calipers clamping down on massive 378mm rotors at the front and 4-piston units paired with 355mm rotors out back. Electric power steering and integrated air jacks further boost its on-track credibility.

Motorsport Cockpit with MoTeC Tech

Inside the canopy, you'll find a stripped-down, race-focused cockpit that’s ready for high-G performance. The FIA-homologated steel roll cage surrounds a single Recaro carbon-Kevlar racing seat, fitted with a Schroth safety harness. Adjustable steering and pedal positions allow for a custom-tailored fit, while dual side-view screens replace conventional mirrors, giving the driver a clean and tech-savvy view.

The removable carbon-fiber steering wheel features a digital MoTeC display, integrated controls, and rotary dials for traction control and ABS settings—perfect for on-the-fly adjustments.

Audi Power Meets Racing Precision

At the heart of this track monster is a mid-mounted, turbocharged 2.5-liter Audi TFSI inline-five. Paired with a six-speed Holinger sequential gearbox and a mechanical limited-slip differential, it sends all 530 horsepower (on 102-octane racing fuel) to the rear wheels with brutal efficiency. The engine layout is transverse, a decision made for ideal weight balance and compact packaging.

Final Lap

This 2023 KTM X-BOW GTX isn’t for the street—it was never intended to be. It doesn’t have a title or registration, but what it does offer is a turnkey solution for anyone serious about racing or high-performance driving experiences. With only 67 miles on the clock and a spec sheet that reads like a race engineer’s dream, this X-BOW GTX is ready to unleash its potential on any closed course.

Whether you're looking to dominate your next track day or add a rare, high-end race machine to your collection, this KTM delivers nothing but raw, unfiltered performance. Find it up for auction on Bring a Trailer.