Lexus isn’t done with supercars yet, and it’s ready to make a big impact with a hybrid supercar boasting over 900 horsepower.
After making an impression with the LFA and its incredible naturally aspirated V10 in 2010, the Japanese brand is preparing its comeback with an all-new model that promises to be radically different. Named the LFR, this future machine adopts a hybrid powertrain, and early reports suggest it could be one of the most powerful in its class.
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No V10, but an impressive hybrid engine
Forget the roaring V10 of the LFA—Lexus is completely changing its approach with the LFR. Under its long hood, you’ll find a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 paired with a hybrid system that pushes total power beyond 900 horsepower. This is a true leap forward for the brand, which has never offered a model as powerful in its lineup. Why such a change? Lexus is following the trend set by new environmental standards and the energy transition. The brand is betting on hybridization to improve performance while reducing emissions—a compromise that seems to be taking hold in the world of supercars, where even Ferrari and McLaren now adopt similar architectures. But don’t worry, when you consider that they hired acoustics professionals to produce the best possible sound on the LFA, it’s safe to bet that the LFR will deliver a very beautiful sound.
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An aggressive design inspired by racing
The first prototypes spotted at the Nürburgring show a car with an extremely sporty look. The LFR takes on the design cues of great front-engine supercars with a long hood reminiscent of models like the Mercedes-AMG GT or the legendary SLS. But that’s not all—some parts of its design evoke the LFA, notably the rear air vents and the overall shape of the chassis. There are also a few details borrowed from race cars, suggesting that Lexus might offer a version tailored for the track. There’s already talk of a more radical version with side exhausts and extreme aerodynamics. Clearly, we’re lacking models with side exhausts, don’t you think?
A debut in the market and in competition?
Lexus seems determined not to repeat the mistake of the LFA, which was produced in only 500 units. This time, the LFR could be sold without production limits, allowing it to compete with models like the Mercedes-AMG GT or the Aston Martin Vantage in the supercar market. Its price is estimated at around 200,000 dollars, an aggressive positioning for a car that could offer more power than some European hypercars. And that’s not all: Toyota also plans a racing version to be entered in the WEC as early as 2026, under the guidance of the Gazoo Racing division—an announcement that shows the brand is taking this project very seriously.
This article explores Lexus’s return to the supercar universe with the upcoming LFR, a hybrid model boasting over 900 horsepower. With an aggressive, race-inspired design, this car could well become one of the most impressive in its class while ushering in a new era for the Japanese brand.
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