Lexus LF-Ch concept
Lexus released a first photo of its new LF-Ch hybrid concept. The new LF-Ch hatchback is quite a looker. Unfortunately, the body style is likely to be a Europe-only thing, where the eventual production version will cross swords with the likes of premium-compact rivals like the Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series. This has a lot more visual appeal than the Lexus HS250h we get in these here parts.
Lexus HS 250h priced
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The 2010 HS 250h, the first hybrid from Lexus, will arrive at U.S. dealerships in August. Prices for new Lexus HS 250h will starts at $34,200 for the base and $36,970 for the Premium version. Standard features include leather-trimmed seats, a 10-speaker, 137-watt audio system with a CD changer, 17-inch alloys and 10 airbags.
The Lexus HS 250h Premium version equipped with heated/ventilated front seats trimmed in semi-aniline leather, larger 18-inch alloy wheels, rain-sensing windshield and genuine wood interior, power tilt/telescopic steering wheel, outside mirrors and individual air conditioning settings.
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Lexus LS 460 SZ
Good news for Lexus fans: Lexus will reveal a sportier version of its LS 460 sedan at the Tokyo Motor Show in October. The LS 460 SZ will carry the SZ moniker and that it will feature a subtle aerokit that includes a new grille treatment plus uprated Brembo brakes and BBS alloy wheels shod in chunkier tires. The Lexus LS 460 SZ is estimated to cost in Japan around to $100,000.
Lexus LF-A V10 Production Limited to 500 Units
Toyota’s luxury brand Lexus is planning to reveal the production version of the LF-A supercar at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show in October. The LF-A’s production will be limited to a 500 units, with 120 of those for domestic market with an estimated starting price of around $310,000.
The GT500 version will be powered by a high-revving 5.0-liter V10 producing an estimated 500HP, while the SS550 is said to get a tweaked version of the V10 with a displacement of 5.5-liters and an output of around 550HP. Both variants feature a front-mid engined layout with a transaxle housing the semi-automatic gearbox and rear-mounted radiators.
The Lexus claimed that its LF-A V10 supercar would reach a top speed of around 220mph or 354km/h.
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Lexus LF-A 500HP V10
The Japanese automaker Lexus reveals LF-A 500HP V10 to the ultimate test by entering two race-spec mules at current Nurburgring 24-hour endurance race. The 200mph+ (321km/h) LF-A hot car are powered by a front-mid mounted V10 engine producing 500HP. The LF-As will be entered by Gazoo Racing.
The team that will tackle the ‘Green Hell’ will be made up of a combination of professional drivers, Toyota test drivers, dealers and a pilot that Lexus refers to as “Morizo” who is none other than Toyota’s soon-to-be CEO Akio Toyoda, the grandson of the firm’s founder.
Lexus IS C commercial
Look at these new video ads. Lexus launches new TV ads for 2010 IS C convertible.
New Lexus GX
The new Lexus GX SUV will be launched this autumn. The next-generation GX will receive the 310-hp 4.6-liter V8 engine from the 2010 Tundra, giving it a useful boost over the larger 263-hp 4.7-liter in the current model. The new GX SUV will also benefit from a new interior (including a next-generation navigation system). Additionally, it will sport revised sheetmetal (different sheetmetal than 2009 model pictured above) and body panels including a different rear door assembly.
“The largest SUVs have been hit the hardest, but there’s still a segment of the population that wants those vehicles,” he tells during a media preview for the Lexus HS 250h sedan.
Lexus IS Convertible F-Sport
Hello, guys! Today we look at the new gallery of Lexus IS cabrio accessorized with the Japanese tuning firm’s F-Sport performance parts. Both the Lexus IS 250C and Lexus IS 350C can be upgraded with a bevy of performance enhancing accessories such as 19-inch forged alloy wheels, brake upgrades, suspension systems, air intake, exhaust systems and more.
Lexus LF-A caught racing
The new Lexus LF-A’s prototype was caught in testing on the Nürburgring rings in Germany. As we see through camouflage, the new Lexus LF-A can definitely be seen sporting a new front- and rear-end, as well as additional sculpting to its side air intakes found ahead of the rear wheel and between the B- and C-pillars.
The Lexus LF-A production version is rumored to produce over 500 hp from a V10 engine, and the car itself should be capable of over 200 mph. Expected price – around $200,000.
Lexus RX 350
The newest Lexus RX 350 will make its debut at the 75th annual Melbourne Motor Show in Australia. The Melbourne Motor Show runs from 27 February to 9 March at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre. The 2010 Lexus RX-350 is fitted with an upgraded 3.5-litre petrol V6 engine that develops 204 kW / 275HP and is mated to an electronically controlled, sequential-shift, six-speed transmission which replaces the five-speed automatic of the previous model. Along with the RX 350, the Lexus will also show its LF-A Roadster concept.