Artega GT

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Artega GT
Manufacturer	Artega
Production	2008–
Class	Sports car
Body style(s)	2-door Coupé
Layout	RMR layout
Engine(s)	3.6 L V6, 300 hp (224 kW)
Transmission(s)	six-speed DSG
Wheelbase	2460 mm[1]
Length	4010 mm
Width	1880 mm
Height	1180 mm
Curb weight	approx. 1100 kg
Designer	Henrik Fisker

The Artega GT is a mid-engined, rear wheel drive 2-seat sports car produced by Artega. The GT is currently Artega's first and only model for sale.

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First shown as a mock up at the 2007 Geneva Auto Show; the Artega GT debuted a year later at the 2008 Geneva Auto Show. The car is designed by Henrik Fisker.^[2]

The two seater has an aluminum space frame and carbon fiber reinforced body for a light curb weight of approximately 1100 kg. The engine is a Volkswagen sourced direct injection 3.6 L (3597 cc) V6 producing 300 hp mated to a 6-speed DSG transmission. Acceleration from 0-100km/h is expected to be under five seconds, top speed is estimated to be over 270km/h.^[3]

The Artega GT retails for approximately €75,000. Production is limited to roughly 500 units per year.

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