Lexus has been readying an all new LFA successor for quite a while now, now the highly anticipated model has been spied while being tested in one of Japan’s closed track . It’s expected to be powered by a twin turbo V8 which will churn out 710 horsepower paired to an electric motor producing a combined power output of 937 horsepower.
Source: www.topspeed.com
Lexus is releasing a new supercar, LFA II, in 2025, which will be a PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) with 720ps/70.0kgm output.
A BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) version of the LFA II is also in development.
Lexus has yet to announce a name but it has trademarked ‘LFR’, which would reflect the car’s positioning as an LFA successor, as well as its high-performance billing.
The 2027 Lexus LFR is an upcoming supercar that is poised to fill the void left by the discontinuation of the Lexus RC and LC coupes.
Drawing inspiration from the GR GT3 concept, the LFR is anticipated to be a high-performance vehicle with a possible V-8 engine, offering a blend of track-ready features and road-going practicality.
Lexus has hinted at the LFR’s design through the Sport Concept unveiled in Monterey, which shares proportions with the GR GT3.
The LFR is expected to carry a Lexus badge in the US and may feature a V-8 engine with over 500 horsepower, drawing from the RC F GT3’s powertrain.
While the race car is slated for a 2026 debut, the street-legal model is likely to follow, with a potential price tag significantly higher than the current Lexus RC F and LC500 models.
Source: motor1.com
Spy photographs have captured the Lexus LFR supercar undergoing testing at the Nurburgring, revealing different versions with varying aerodynamic features, such as large and small rear wings and chin spoilers.
The LFR, which is the spiritual successor to the revered LFA, is anticipated to surpass its predecessor’s performance with a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine augmented by self-charging hybrid technology, potentially delivering up to 900 horsepower.
This high-performance model is slated to include carbon fiber bodywork and an aluminum chassis, with its official premiere expected in 2026.
The presence of a Mercedes-AMG GT R and GT Black Series during the testing suggests that Lexus is benchmarking the LFR against top-tier competition.
Source: www.autoevolution.com
These new spy photos show the two versions of the new Lexus LFR undergoing testing on German roads near the Nürburgring. These powerful hybrids will be unveiled in 2026.
Source: motor.es
The 2027 Lexus LFR’s production interior has been revealed, featuring a ready-for-market infotainment system and a flat-bottom steering wheel, with development focused on both road and GT3 racing capabilities.
Source: www.autoevolution.com
Lexus LFA EV: “we won’t fake the engine sound”
New electric LFA showed up at Goodwood Festival of Speed doing dynamic runs in prototype form. It’s basically the EV twin of the V8-powered GR GT, sharing the same lightweight aluminum architecture.
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So basically: real hypercar EV, no fake engine noise gimmick, betting the motor’s natural responsiveness plus a from-scratch sound design will be enough to win over ICE diehards.
Source: autocar.co.uk
