Upcoming Lexus LC F Reportedly More Powerful Than LFA Supercar
Sporting 600 horsepower, the Lexus LC F will reportedly debut at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show.
A new report claims the Lexus LC F will be powered by a new 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine offering 600 hp and 470 pound-feet of torque, making it more powerful than the Lexus LFA supercar, which had 552 hp. According to a source at Lexus that spoke to Car and Driver, the engine is essentially two 8AR-type 2.0-liter turbo-four engines joined together at 90 degrees. The powerplant will eventually be used in the GS F sedan, where it will be detuned to output 550 hp.
Like the LC500, the LC F will have its engine paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission.
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Along with the added performance, the LC F will have a much more aggressive appearance with hood vents, air ducts for brake cooling, a fixed rear wing, front splitter as well as side and rear air vents. It will ride on 20-inch wheels while six-piston brake calipers will ensure it stops on a dime.
Expect more information on the LC F to spill out in the coming months, leading up to its debut in Tokyo this October.
[Source: Car and Driver]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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Hopefully it will have a very unique exhaust note like the LFA.
10-speed automatic! Bet it could tow a trailer easily!