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This Japanese Concept Reimagines One of Lexus’ Greatest Hits of All Time

And yes, this will go into production as the LFA’s successor.

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Many thought Lexus’ previous supercar, the insane and incredible V10-powered LFA, was just going to be an exotic one-hit wonder. But after rumors about a successor began brewing a few years back and the recent revealing of the latest LFA Concept, that obviously was not the case.

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In December, Lexus unveiled its next-generation LFA next to its parent company’s first-ever standalone exotic: the Toyota GR GT.

Sleek gray sports car with black roof and rear LED light strip parked on a concrete surface.
Lexus’ original LFA wasn’t just a one-hit wonder.
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Originally previewed at The Quail during Monterey Car Week in August as the Lexus Sports Coupe Concept, the model had a second chance to take the spotlight recently in Tokyo. Which is when Lexus confirmed it as the LFA Concept.

In addition to a completely ground-up redesign, the new LFA Concept will take a radical departure from the old model. Gone is the sonorous and iconic V10 in favor of a high-output all-electric powertrain.

Futuristic Lexus car interior with a rectangular steering wheel, digital dashboard, and panoramic roof.
The LFA Concept took its first bow as the Lexus Sports Coupe Concept during Monterey Car Week.
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It’s also longer, wider, but not necessarily taller. Rather, the changes in dimensions are meant to improve the car’s handling and performance.

For instance, the greater length and width allow Lexus engineers to place the wheels further at each corner. The result is a wider axle track, resulting in a lower center of gravity and better handling.

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The new LFA Concept is both longer and wider than the previous model.
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It also allows chassis engineers to better manage the production LFA’s heavy electric drive components.

Originally, speculation suggested Toyota’s new twin-turbocharged V8 would power the new LFA. But that’s reserved for the GR GT and the new LFA will be fully electric.

Matte light blue Lexus sports car with black roof and large black alloy wheels parked on concrete.
Sadly, the new LFA will forgo the original car’s sonorous V10 in favor of neck-snapping all-electric power.
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Neither Lexus nor parent company Toyota divulged any additional specifics. But needless to say, enthusiasts have another unique and unconventional supercar to look forward to in the near future.

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