Quick access to main page (top) Direct access to main contents Quick access to main page (bottom)

Lexus LFA’s Legendary Successor: What to Expect from the Upcoming Supercar

newautopost Views  

Lexus LFA Successor in Development
A New Chapter for Japan’s Legendary Supercar

Lexus

Toyota’s luxury brand, Lexus, holds a prestigious place in Japan’s premium car market. Among its most iconic creations was the LFA—a supercar that left an indelible mark on the automotive world. As Lexus’s first supercar, the LFA was crafted with meticulous attention to detail, earning high praise for performance on par with some of the world’s best supercars. Only 500 units were produced by hand over two years, and demand was so high that sales were conducted through a lottery system.

Over a decade after the LFA’s final production, Lexus is working on a successor. In 2021, Lexus introduced the Electrified Sports Concept, with Chairman Akio Toyoda describing it as the “spiritual successor to the LFA.” The company plans to use this concept as the foundation for an electric supercar, signaling a bold new direction for Lexus performance.

Lexus
Lexus

What Made the LFA Special?

Let’s take a closer look at the Lexus LFA. The brand’s first supercar was created based on the LF-A concept car. The design of the mass-produced car doesn’t look much different from the concept car. Yamaha equipped the engine with a V10 4.8-liter naturally aspirated engine. Since Yamaha made F1 engines, the engine sound is quite sharp, like that of the F1 cars.

Initially, it was planned to be equipped with an aluminum body, but it was changed to a carbon fiber body during development. Because of this, the development period was extended to 8 years, and the price also increased. Instead, the weight was significantly reduced, and the driving performance was good enough not to fall behind the Lamborghini or Ferrari. The maximum output was 560 horsepower, the maximum torque was 48.9 kg.m, and it could reach 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.7 seconds, and the top speed was 325 km/h (202 mph).

Lexus
Lexus

The Electrified Sports Concept: A Glimpse of What’s Next

The Lexus Electrified Sports Concept car unveiled in 2021, has a completely different overall shape from the existing LFA. Unlike the LFA, which had a relatively high rear end, the concept car had a considerably low rear end. Accordingly, the roof was lowered, creating a longer and sleeker appearance. The fenders were also more emphasized.

The specs are unknown, but it is said that the zero-to-100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time is 2 seconds, and the driving range on a single charge is targeted at 700 km (435 miles). Lexus said the concept car emphasizes the brand’s dynamism and will be one axis of its electrification vision.

Lexus
Lexus

Anticipated Launch in 2026: A Shift to Hybrid or ICE?

Lexus is expected to launch the long-awaited successor to its legendary LFA supercar around 2026. With the Electrified Sports Concept revealed in 2021, the development timeline is notably extensive—much like the original LFA, which also took years to perfect. However, there’s an intriguing possibility: Lexus may offer an internal combustion engine (ICE) version alongside the electric model.

When the Electrified Sports Concept was unveiled, the automotive world focused heavily on electrification, accelerating EV adoption rapidly. As EV market growth has slowed, some brands are taking a step back from full electrification and prioritizing hybrid models instead. If Lexus does introduce an ICE option, it’s expected to come with a V8 engine, although a V6 could also be in the mix.

newautopost
content@www.kangnamtimes.com

Comments0

300

Comments0

[TECH] Latest Stories

  • BMW to Cut Emissions by 90% with HVO 100 Fuel in New Diesel Models
  • Cupra Eyes U.S. Market with Electric Crossovers and a New Identity
  • AVATR 11: China’s Electric SUV Breaks Records with 662-Mile Range
  • Valet Thief Steals $275K Rolls-Royce, Crashes It in Shocking Irony
  • Is Tesla’s Stock Surge Thanks to Trump’s Support? The Evidence is Staggering
  • Nissan’s New Leaf Is Almost Here – 264-Mile Range and Converting from Hatchback to SUV

You May Also Like

  • 1
    Security Fears Erupt Over Chinese Company’s Role in Korean Wind Project

    LATEST 

  • 2
    Budget Overhaul: Lee Calls for Efficiency Amid Economic Woes

    LATEST 

  • 3
    Ahn Gyu-back: The Civilian Who Aims to Change Korea's Military Landscape

    LATEST 

  • 4
    Power Play: How LS Electric Aims to Outpace U.S. Rivals in the Data Center Race

    LATEST 

  • 5
    Salsa Lovers Beware! New Tariff on Mexican Tomatoes Could Raise Prices

    LATEST 

Popular Now

  • 1
    Japan and U.S. Gear Up for Trade Talks: High-Stakes Meeting Ahead!

    LATEST 

  • 2
    Young Soccer Stars Become Heroes: Military Players Step Up to Help Elderly Woman

    LATEST 

  • 3
    Huntrix's 'Golden' Soars to No. 6 on Billboard Hot 100—A K-Pop Phenomenon!

    LATEST 

  • 4
    Brave Fifth Grader Saves Apartment From Fire with Quick Thinking!

    LATEST 

  • 5
    Gaza's Grim Reality: Over 20 Lives Lost as Ceasefire Efforts Falter

    LATEST 

Must-Reads

  • 1
    Security Fears Erupt Over Chinese Company’s Role in Korean Wind Project

    LATEST 

  • 2
    Budget Overhaul: Lee Calls for Efficiency Amid Economic Woes

    LATEST 

  • 3
    Ahn Gyu-back: The Civilian Who Aims to Change Korea's Military Landscape

    LATEST 

  • 4
    Power Play: How LS Electric Aims to Outpace U.S. Rivals in the Data Center Race

    LATEST 

  • 5
    Salsa Lovers Beware! New Tariff on Mexican Tomatoes Could Raise Prices

    LATEST 

Popular Now

  • 1
    Japan and U.S. Gear Up for Trade Talks: High-Stakes Meeting Ahead!

    LATEST 

  • 2
    Young Soccer Stars Become Heroes: Military Players Step Up to Help Elderly Woman

    LATEST 

  • 3
    Huntrix's 'Golden' Soars to No. 6 on Billboard Hot 100—A K-Pop Phenomenon!

    LATEST 

  • 4
    Brave Fifth Grader Saves Apartment From Fire with Quick Thinking!

    LATEST 

  • 5
    Gaza's Grim Reality: Over 20 Lives Lost as Ceasefire Efforts Falter

    LATEST 

Share it on...