Lexus LF-A, $375,000, 552hp, 9000rpm, 500 units...

Mike · 10-21-2009, 11:29 AM

Tokyo 2009: Lexus reveals $375,000 LFA supercar...finally [w/VIDEO] — Autoblog

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It seems like the Lexus LFA has been around forever. In reality, the first concept version was unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show in 2005, but that's a long time in the automotive world. Additional concepts followed in 2007 and 2008, and the on-off rumors of a production version haven't help. Nevertheless, the production version of the LFA is finally here at the Tokyo Motor Show, and it is glorious. All of which makes it harder to stomach that the car shown here isn't expected to reach customer garages until early 2011.

The specifications of the new rear-drive Lexus supercar are impressive enough: a 4.8-liter V10 with 560 ps (552 bhp), 354 lb-ft torque, a zingy 9,000 rpm redline, six-speed sequential gearbox, 0-62 mph in 3.7 seconds, and a top speed of 202 mph. It looks amazing too, both in pictures and in person.

Of course, we can't help but make comparisons to the current reigning Japanese supercar, the Nissan GT-R. At just 3,263 pounds, the LFA easily has a better power-to-weight ratio, but that hasn't seemed to stop the all-wheel drive juggernaut before. Then there is the small matter of cost to consider. Unlike the GT-R, which is considered a performance bargain, the LFA will be exclusive – and costly. Only 500 units will be produced at a cost of...drum roll please....$375,000. Despite the colossal price tag, we hear that Lexus expects to take a loss on each one.

Will the LFA be worth the high cost? We should be able to tell you soon, as our man Damon Lavrinc will be getting some time behind the wheel of a prototype later this week. Until then, you can check out some amazing video of the LFA after the jump and live photos in the high-res galleries below.

Mike · 10-21-2009, 11:30 AM

CFTP, equal length headers, ITBs, 9000 RPMs, specific output of 116hp/liter naturally aspirated, torsen LSD, CFRP body...

I gotta say I'm somewhat disappointed with the performance numbers, but then it IS luxurious....

heff · 10-21-2009, 12:29 PM

ok i think they shoulda targeted the GT-R but now with that price and units theyre targeting lambos, ferraris, astons, etc..... I think they should made a platform car to compete with the GT-R, I dunno how the GT-R will stack up compared to this but it will be close and with lexus dragggin around that hefty of a price tag ill take the GT-R. I dont even really like the front or back of the car. the side is nice and interior is great! They should kept old school supra lovers in mind that wana keep the rivalry of the skyline (GT-R) and supras (LF-A) !

Mike · 10-21-2009, 12:47 PM

This is completely beyond the level of the GT-R.

The GT-R Evo may hold a candle to it, but this car has the GT-R completely outclassed. 600 lbs lighter, more power, higher top speed, mechanical (not electronic) diff, etc.

I can only wait to see what tuners do to this with FI.

Loi · 10-21-2009, 01:31 PM

thats a hot car, I'd rock it if I had the money.

G37Sam · 10-21-2009, 02:04 PM

I'm digging it! N/A power all the way!!

Lacks a little torque for a V10 though doesn't it?

Mike · 10-21-2009, 02:24 PM

Going back to the "g37 lacks torque" thread...

Torque is generally displacement in liters x 75 (give or take 5) for any NA car. (Hence, the addage, there's no replacement for displacement... totally applied when engines all redlined at the same RPM).

in this case, 4.8*75 = 360. This car makes 352.

heff · 10-21-2009, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike

This is completely beyond the level of the GT-R.

The GT-R Evo may hold a candle to it, but this car has the GT-R completely outclassed. 600 lbs lighter, more power, higher top speed, mechanical (not electronic) diff, etc.

I can only wait to see what tuners do to this with FI.

ya i hear ya, but id like to see a shoot out btwn the two... For wat the LF-A is worth i dont think itll beat the GT-R just like the genesis beats us, but i dont think the LF-A and GT-R are in the same group because LF-A is a two seater...IMO looks wise GT-R looks beter and is way cheaper... If i were to spend $375k on a car id hope to sh!t its guna out perform a $85k car!

DrJones · 10-21-2009, 08:14 PM

Too expensive for what it is. Don't believe the hype.

SaMaster14 · 10-21-2009, 09:09 PM

really like the car... but kinda seems too expensive for what it has in it...

Mike · 10-22-2009, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by heff

ya i hear ya, but id like to see a shoot out btwn the two... For wat the LF-A is worth i dont think itll beat the GT-R just like the genesis beats us, but i dont think the LF-A and GT-R are in the same group because LF-A is a two seater...IMO looks wise GT-R looks beter and is way cheaper... If i were to spend $375k on a car id hope to sh!t its guna out perform a $85k car!

The "higher versions" of the GT-R (e.g. non-base) are two seaters as well.

MarkM · 10-22-2009, 12:58 AM

I'd never pay 375k for that

heff · 10-22-2009, 01:30 AM

GT-R 0 to 60 in 3.3 with launch control so maybe 3.5/6 without and LF-A in 3.7! nissan wins lol

Mike · 10-22-2009, 01:37 AM

^^ Until the tranny breaks and the GT-R is in the shop, while the LF-A is still doing 3.7 0-60's....

heff · 10-22-2009, 02:01 AM

^i wonder wat the 0-60 is witout launch control ? id say 3.7 for sure!

10-21-2009, 12:29 PM	#3
heff Registered User Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: stoon Canada Posts: 1,220	ok i think they shoulda targeted the GT-R but now with that price and units theyre targeting lambos, ferraris, astons, etc..... I think they should made a platform car to compete with the GT-R, I dunno how the GT-R will stack up compared to this but it will be close and with lexus dragggin around that hefty of a price tag ill take the GT-R. I dont even really like the front or back of the car. the side is nice and interior is great! They should kept old school supra lovers in mind that wana keep the rivalry of the skyline (GT-R) and supras (LF-A) ! __________________ Heff/// OB G37S ///

10-21-2009, 01:31 PM	#5
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10-21-2009, 11:30 AM	#2
Mike Registered User Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 2,003	CFTP, equal length headers, ITBs, 9000 RPMs, specific output of 116hp/liter naturally aspirated, torsen LSD, CFRP body... I gotta say I'm somewhat disappointed with the performance numbers, but then it IS luxurious....

10-21-2009, 12:47 PM	#4
Mike Registered User Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 2,003	This is completely beyond the level of the GT-R. The GT-R Evo may hold a candle to it, but this car has the GT-R completely outclassed. 600 lbs lighter, more power, higher top speed, mechanical (not electronic) diff, etc. I can only wait to see what tuners do to this with FI.

10-21-2009, 02:24 PM	#7
Mike Registered User Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 2,003	Going back to the "g37 lacks torque" thread... Torque is generally displacement in liters x 75 (give or take 5) for any NA car. (Hence, the addage, there's no replacement for displacement... totally applied when engines all redlined at the same RPM). in this case, 4.8*75 = 360. This car makes 352.

10-22-2009, 12:58 AM	#12
MarkM Registered User Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 163	I'd never pay 375k for that

10-22-2009, 01:30 AM	#13
heff Registered User Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: stoon Canada Posts: 1,220	GT-R 0 to 60 in 3.3 with launch control so maybe 3.5/6 without and LF-A in 3.7! nissan wins lol __________________ Heff/// OB G37S ///

10-22-2009, 01:37 AM	#14
Mike Registered User Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 2,003	^^ Until the tranny breaks and the GT-R is in the shop, while the LF-A is still doing 3.7 0-60's....

10-22-2009, 02:01 AM	#15
heff Registered User Trader Score: (0) Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: stoon Canada Posts: 1,220	^i wonder wat the 0-60 is witout launch control ? id say 3.7 for sure! __________________ Heff/// OB G37S ///

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