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The Lexus LF-A concept was first introduced at the 2005 Detroit Auto Show, but as you can see from our exclusive spy video, Toyota is already hard at work track testing production prototypes. Seen here making the rounds at Germany's Nurburgring test track, this early prototype wears much of the same sheet metal as the show car.
In concept form, the LF-A measured 5 inches shorter in length than a Porsche 911, yet had a wheelbase that was 9 inches longer. It's low, too, with a roof that comes in an inch and a half lower than the Mercedes-Benz SLR. The exaggerated proportions not only emphasize its performance intent, they serve as yet another iteration of a new styling direction that Lexus calls L-Finesse.
At the unveiling of the concept, Chief Operating Officer of Toyota Motor Sales Jim Press noted the LF-A's close connection to Toyota's Formula One program. "Theoretically developed to run in tandem with our efforts in Formula One, the LF-A would probably feature a power and drivetrain system strongly influenced by what's being used in competition at the time."
In plain English, that means we should expect a V10 engine, a spec that puts the LF-A in the same league as other notable exotics like the Lamborghini Gallardo and Porsche Carrera GT. Unlike Toyota's Formula One powerplant, however, the LF-A's V10 is expected to displace roughly 5 liters and generate around 500 horsepower. Toyota officials also boasted that a top speed of 200 mph was well within the LF-A's reach.
Although already in prototype stage, the final production version of the LF-A isn't expected for some time. Most estimates have Lexus unveiling the high-dollar halo car at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show, but don't be surprised to see Lexus pull the wraps off even earlier to gain maximum exposure from its long rumored project. With a price expected to top $100,000, the LF-A is one of the most ambitious cars yet from the Japanese automaker, but if its past projects are any indication the LF-A will be a car that other luxury sports car builders won't be able to ignore.
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NURBURG, Germany — Spy photographers caught the latest iteration of the Lexus LF-A supercar testing on the Nordschleife. LF-A prototypes first hit the Nürburgring in 2005, and have undergone a number of changes during the past two years. The original LF-A concept debuted at the 2005 Detroit Auto Show and the second version was revealed at the 2007 Detroit Auto Show. While the concepts were clearly related in overall shape, they differed drastically in their surface development. The 2005 concept drew harder wedge lines, while the 2007 iteration has softer, more rounded features.
This latest LF-A prototype, which appears nearly free of camouflage, falls somewhere in the middle. The LF-A's lower side vents and front air intakes are close to the 2007 concept, but the air scoops around the C-pillars are similar to the 2005 design.
With large mesh air extractors and triple exhaust tips, the prototype's rear-end design once again borrows from both cars, but ultimately goes its own direction in the details. With temporary taillights tacked on, this prototype still doesn't reveal the LF-A's finished styling.
What this means to you: Expect to see a near production version of this Acura NSX fighter at the 2007 Tokyo Auto Show.
Toyota's reputation for building sensible cars for the daily commute should change drastically with the release of the 2009 Lexus LF-A. We weren't blown away by the design of the LF-A concept that appeared earlier this year, but after listening to a prototype at the Nürburgring, there's little doubt in our minds that this is a serious sports car.
While some have speculated that the switch from V10 to V8 engines in Formula 1 might have forced Toyota to rethink the LF-A's power plant, the shriek from its triple tailpipes puts that notion to rest. Compared to the muffled tone of a BMW V10, this LF-A sounds almost uncorked.
A displacement of around 5.0 liters is expected and the output should be around 500 horsepower or more. Lexus executives have suggested that a production version of the LF-A could have a top speed approaching 200 mph. Then again, they usually follow up with vague comments about whether the car will be built at all, so it's hard to know if this is a serious number.
One goal we know Lexus remains serious about is hybrid power. Although we doubt the LF-A will debut with a hybrid gas-electric drivetrain, Lexus executives have said that the LF-A "will set a fresh standard in the hybrid technology to which Lexus is totally committed." How long we'll have to wait to see is hard to tell at this point, although we might not have to wait very long, since the intake ducts integrated into the C-pillar and rocker panels of this prototype could cool a rear-mounted battery pack.
Another goal for the Lexus team is the use of an automated sequential manual gearbox — or at least that's what it sounds like this car is using. Listen closely to the prototype and you can clearly hear the thud of a clutch engaging as the test mule quickly goes through the gears. We're guessing they'll smooth this out before the LF-A goes on sale next year.
How much will all this new technology cost? Expect a price tag north of $100,000, as the LF-A is set to trump the LS 600h L as the new flagship in the Lexus lineup.
Sure would be nice if Lexus could think of a real "name" for a car already. I can't keep half their damn models straight in my head....LS, GS, LS, LF, ES, RX, GX, WTF, etc.....
Then add some numbers behind each of them....
I'm waiting for the Lexus RU 486 or the Lexus OU 812 to come out.
Sure would be nice if Lexus could think of a real "name" for a car already. I can't keep half their damn models straight in my head....LS, GS, LS, LF, ES, RX, GX, WTF, etc.....
Then add some numbers behind each of them....
I'm waiting for the Lexus RU 486 or the Lexus OU 812 to come out.
I hear the RU 486 development was aborted, by the OU 812 is right on track.
Toyota officials let slip in Tokyo that the production car, likely to be called the LF-A, too, is going to have a V10 engine, developed from the engines in Toyota's F1 cars, which is thought to develop over 500bhp and give 280km/h-plus capability. Although the engine is front- rather than mid-mounted, the LF-A will be rear-wheel drive, and Lexus has promised "the ultimate weight balance", "extravagant comfort" and "precision operation."
While we’ve now snapped the coupé with only minimal disguising, word is that the LF-A could as well come with the option of a metal folding roof, as Lexus aims to take on the likes of the Mercedes SL65 AMG as well as the Porsche 911 Turbo, Ferrari F430 and Aston Martin DB9 coupes and their drop-top counterparts.
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wow.. this car is the only reason I regret jumping ship from lexus to infiniti.
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Lexus' upcoming LF-A supercar has been spotted scorching up the pavement at Germany's Nurburgring, the place to be for any respectable prototype these days. This latest video captures the car doing some intense laps of the notorious circuit and reveals the sound of the car's new 5.0L V10 engine.
There have been rumblings that LF-A could be a little "soft", but the sound emanating from its triple stacked tailpipes has a shriek that reminds us of a V10 Formula One car. With an estimated 500 hp on tap from its front-mid-engined powerplant, as well as a rear-mounted transaxle, we have hope that the LF-A will come close to a top speed of 200mph.
Though we get a glimpse of the basic shape of the car in this vid, heavy camo gear still shrouds some of the finer details. All should be revealed soon when officials take off the wraps at October's Tokyo Motor Show, where details about a hybrid version may also be revealed.
Yes it does!! That is incredible. Cant wait to see how this does compared to the competition. They definitely got the engine note down. Lets just hope it drives just as nice. It looks very capable taking those corners.
that does sound very nice, and it looks very nice, and it handles probally better then 99% of its buyers would ever need it to so im sure htis car is going to sell pretty well
NURBURG, Germany — The Lexus LF-A was caught exercising its wheels near the Nürburgring this week, and it looks like the supercar prototype is still sporting exterior styling similar to the last time we spotted it in action.
Not expected to start production for at least two more years, the LF-A has already been in development for years.
Few details were announced when the LF-A concept appeared at the 2007 Detroit Auto Show, but Lexus did confirm it will be powered by a 500-horsepower V10 engine, able to achieve a top speed of 200 mph.
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Oh look, I can talk to the n00b any way I want, because I've been here so long, and my name says 'Cool' in it!
The LF-A is one of those cars that seems like it will never get to market. We've gone through two different LF-Aconcepts already, plus an LF-A Roadster, and the high-performance luxury sport coupe isn't even on sale yet. Spy photographers from KGP have caught another new version of the LF-A near the famed Nurburgring in Germany, this one apparently decked out in full racing regalia. The most tell-tale sign that this is likely not a road-going version of the car is its giant, fixed rear wing in place of the retractable one seen on prior prototypes. It also has what appears to be carbon fiber canards on the outer edges of the front clip, which, last time we checked, aren't often found on road-legal automobiles. Our fine photographer friends suggest that Lexus might be aiming for success in motorsports with the upcoming LF-A, especially after seeing the fine performance of Nissan's new GT-R in competitive racing. After years of waiting and watching prototypes being tested, however, we're not holding our breath anymore.
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Oh look, I can talk to the n00b any way I want, because I've been here so long, and my name says 'Cool' in it!
Yeah after the first video i thought it might actually be a manual, but by the perfect downshifts you can tell it's going to be SMG... guess I shouldn't expect anything else from Lexus, at least they didn't just stick an auto in it and call it a day.
you see it following the Supra at the end, haha sweet!
no really I said 2004 not 1994 
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