Lexus has built its success with opulent, beautifully made, gadget-laden vehicles, not excitement machines. The 2012 Lexus LFA is the brand’s first high-performance sports car. 2012 Lexus LFA, the luxury marque aims to liven up its image in a major way.
The 2012 Lexus LFA is powered by a new high-revving 4.8-liter V10 engine generating 552 hp at 8,700 rpm and 354 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 6,800 rpm. The engine is mated to six-speed Automated Sequential Gearbox with paddle shifters. This combination enables quick gear shifts with four driving modes – AUTO, SPORT, NORMAL and WET.
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2012 Lexus LFA announced the price at $375,000.