2012Nurburgring Package
Lexus
LFA
Power563 HP
0-100 km/h3.7s
Top Speed325 km/h
EngineFront-Mid Engine
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Engineering Verdict
“Instrument grade. The V10 revs from idle to 9,000 RPM in 0.6 seconds, requiring a digital tachometer. The chassis balance is perfect.”
Lexus LFA specs. The best sounding V10 ever made. Carbon Fiber Masterpiece.
Market Rivals
- Porsche Carrera GTNot Archived
- Ferrari 599 GTONot Archived
Legacy
PlatformLFA
Powertrain
Engine Type4.8L Naturally Aspirated V10 (1LR-GUE)
Displacement4.8 L
Layout10 Cyl / Front-Mid Engine
InductionNaturally Aspirated
Power Output563 HP
Torque480 Nm
Transmission6-Speed ASG
Drive TypeRWD
Chassis & Dynamics
Front SuspensionDouble Wishbone
Rear SuspensionMulti-link
Front BrakesCarbon Ceramic
Rear BrakesCarbon Ceramic
Weight1480 kg
Dimensions
Length4505 mm
Width1895 mm
Height1220 mm
Wheelbase2605 mm
Trunk Space0 L
Seats2
Historical Context
Toyota's blank check project. It took 10 years to develop, creating a carbon loom specifically for the chassis. It is widely regarded as the best sounding road car ever.
Ownership Analysis
Toyota reliability applied to a supercar.