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{{Short description|Japanese sports car}}
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{{Use British English|date=September 2021}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Lexus LFA
| image = Lexus LFA 001.JPG
| caption = 
| manufacturer = [[Toyota]]
| model_code = LFA10
| production = December 2010 – December 2012<br />500 units
| assembly = Japan: [[Toyota, Aichi]] ([[Motomachi plant]])
| class = [[Sports car]] ([[S-segment|S]])<!-- per [[WP:CARCLASS]], this should not be changed to "supercar or hypercar" -->
| body_style = 2-door [[coupé]]
| layout = [[Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive]]
| designer = Kengo Matsumoto (chief designer)
| engine = 4.8&nbsp;L ''[[Toyota LR engine#1LR-GUE|1LR-GUE]]'' [[Firing order#Even and uneven firing order|even-firing]] [[V10 engine|V10]]
| transmission = 6-speed [[List of Aisin transmissions#Longitudinal rear-wheel drive (transaxle)|Aisin SA6]] [[Automated manual transmission|automated manual]]
| wheelbase = {{convert|2605|mm|in|abbr=on|1}}<ref>{{cite news|id={{ProQuest|434891561}}|issn=0384-1294|title=Supercar is a halo model for Lexus; Lexus LFA an exclusive treat|page=D.4|date=2 November 2009|newspaper=[[The Gazette (Montreal)|The Gazette]]|first=Clare|last=Dear}}</ref>
| length = {{convert|4505|mm|in|abbr=on|1}}<ref name="l791">{{cite magazine | last=Robinson | first=Aaron | title=Tested: 2012 Lexus LFA | magazine=[[Car and Driver]] | date=26 March 2010 | url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a15127600/2012-lexus-lfa-instrumented-test/ | access-date=July 27, 2024}}</ref>
| width = {{convert|1895|mm|in|abbr=on|1}}<ref name="l791"/>
| height = {{convert|1220|mm|in|abbr=on|1}}<ref name="l791"/>
| weight = {{convert|3483|lb|kg|abbr=on|0|order=flip}}<ref name="l531">{{cite magazine | title=2012 Lexus LFA Review, Pricing and Specs | magazine=[[Car and Driver]] | date=13 May 2019 | url=https://www.caranddriver.com/lexus/lfa/specs | access-date=27 July 2024}}</ref>
| successor =
}}

The {{nihongo|'''Lexus LFA'''|Japanese: レクサス・LFA|Rekusasu LFA}} is a two-door [[sports car]] produced between 2010 and 2012 by the Japanese carmaker [[Toyota]] under its luxury [[marque]], [[Lexus]]. Lexus built 500 units over its production span of two years.

The development of the LFA, [[codename]]d TXS, began in early 2000. The first [[prototype]] was completed in June 2003, with regular testing at the [[Nürburgring]] starting in October 2004. Over the decade, numerous concept cars were unveiled at various motor shows. The first concept appeared in January 2005 at the North American International Auto Show as a design study. In January 2007, a more [[aerodynamic]] design was introduced, and in January 2008, a [[roadster (automobile)|roadster]] version was showcased. The production version of the LFA debuted at the [[Tokyo Motor Show]] in October 2009—commemorating Lexus's 20th anniversary—and the official manufacture of the car began on 15 December 2010 at the [[Motomachi plant|Motomachi]] production facility in [[Toyota, Aichi]]. 

The 4.8&nbsp;L ''[[Toyota LR engine#1LR-GUE|1LR-GUE]]'' [[V10 engine]], as fitted to the LFA, produces a power output of {{convert|412|kW|PS hp}} and {{convert|480|Nm|lbft}}, sufficient to give the car a 0–{{cvt|97|kph}} of 3.6 seconds and a maximum speed of {{convert|325|kph}}. The LFA's body mass is composed of sixty-five per{{nbsp}}cent [[carbon fibre-reinforced polymer]], and incorporates various lightweight materials such as [[aluminium]], [[titanium]] and [[magnesium]]. Lexus ended production of the LFA on 17 December 2012, two years and two days after it commenced. The LFA has received awards including ''[[Road & Track]]'''s "Best of the 2009 Tokyo Auto Show" and [[Top Gear (magazine)|''Top Gear'']]'s "5 Greatest Supercars of the Year".
 
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==Development==

===2000–2004===
The '''LF-A''' sports car began development with a codename of TXS, which was intended to showcase the performance capabilities of Toyota Motor Corporation and its Lexus marque.<ref name=aw>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoweek.com/article/20091021/TOKYO/910209986|title=Tokyo auto show: The new Lexus LFA is one beautiful screamer|publisher=autoweek.com|access-date=12 December 2009|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091209055847/http://www.autoweek.com/article/20091021/TOKYO/910209986|archive-date=9 December 2009|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref name=mt07>{{cite web|url=http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/112_0503_2007_lexus_lf_a/index.html|title=2007 Lexus Lf-A - First Look|work=Motor Trend|access-date=9 September 2009|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091028023731/http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/112_0503_2007_lexus_lf_a/index.html|archive-date=28 October 2009}}</ref> The first prototype was completed during June 2003. Prototypes of the LF-A were spotted regularly undergoing testing at the [[Nürburgring]], the famous motorsport race track in Nürburg, Germany,<ref name=jal>{{cite web|url=http://jalopnik.com/379837/2011-lexus-lf+a |title=2011 Lexus LF-A |publisher=Jalopnik.com |date=15 April 2008 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref> since October 2004.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.channel4.com/4car/gl/gallery/spy+shot/981/1 |title=Spy Shot: Toyota sports coupe |publisher=Channel 4 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091221043228/http://www.channel4.com/4car/gl/gallery/spy%2Bshot/981/1 |archive-date=21 December 2009 }}</ref> Numerous test vehicles had been equipped with automatic retractable rear spoilers, and carbon ceramic brake discs.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090512.020/lexus-lf-a-production-prototype-shows-bigger-retractable-rear-wing-at-nurburgring |title=Lexus LF-A Production Prototype Shows Bigger Retractable Rear Wing at Nurburgring |publisher=Worldcarfans.com |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref>

===2005–2006===
[[File:Lexus LF-A I Megaweb.jpg|thumb|right|The LF-A concept on display]]
[[File:2005-03-04 Motorshow Geneva 168.JPG|thumb|The first Lexus LF-A concept at the [[Geneva Motor Show#2005|2005 Geneva Motor Show]]|alt=]]

In January 2005, the first LF-A concept premiered at the [[North American International Auto Show#2005|North American International Auto Show]] in Detroit, Michigan as a design study with no plans for production. Design was a collaboration between Toyota and Italian designer [[Leonardo Fioravanti (engineer)|Leonardo Fioravanti]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.carrozzieri-italiani.com/listing/lexus-lfa/|title=The Lexus LFA supercar by Toyota|website=carrozzieri-italiani.com|access-date=3 August 2023}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fioravanti.it/prototipi/index_prototipi_eng.html|title=Fioravanti Prototypes|website=|access-date=3 August 2023}}</ref> The first LF-A concept had an overall length of {{convert|173.2|in|mm|order=flip|abbr=on|0}}, while its wheelbase measured {{convert|101.6|in|mm|order=flip|abbr=on|0}}<ref name=am2005>{{cite web|url=http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/2005_detroit/0501_lexus_lfa_concept/index.html|title=Lexus LF-A Concept - 2005 NAIAS Detroit Auto Show Coverag|work=Automobile Magazine|access-date=9 September 2009|archive-date=6 March 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120306014000/http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/2005_detroit/0501_lexus_lfa_concept/index.html|url-status=dead}}</ref> The concept was nearly {{convert|48|in|mm|order=flip|abbr=on|0}} in height, with a width of {{convert|73.2|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}.<ref name=am2005/> Some news outlets reported the concept name as referring to Lexus Future-Advance,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autonet.ee/uudised/autouudised/18658|title=Lexus LF-A - uus superauto|publisher=AutoNet.ee|access-date=23 October 2009|language=et|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110720122807/http://www.autonet.ee/uudised/autouudised/18658|archive-date=20 July 2011|url-status=dead}}</ref> a claim later dismissed by Chief Engineer [[Haruhiko Tanahashi]].<ref name="LFAname">{{cite web|url=http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2012/07/the-making-of-the-lexus-lfa-supercar-an-inside-report-chapter-3-call-me-names/|title=The Making of the Lexus LFA Supercar. An Inside Report, Chapter 3: Call Me Names| date=11 July 2012 |access-date=20 August 2013}}</ref> The first LF-A concept featured a glass roof and side cameras mounted in the side mirrors. Twin rear radiators were installed behind the rear wheels, and visible behind large screens. The rear bumper featured a triple exhaust placed in an inverted triangle formation. The wheels were shaped like turbines, and air-scoops were placed on the C-pillars.<ref name=am2005/> Following enthusiastic public reaction for the LF-A concept on the auto show circuit, development continued with a greater emphasis on a possible production model.<ref name=cd09/> Concurrently, Lexus was preparing for the launch of its long-rumored F marque series of performance vehicles, with a production LF-A being a possible future member of this lineup. Reports in 2006 suggested that the LF-A concept car had received the green-light for production,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/03/02/report-lexus-lf-a-greenlighted-for-production/ |title=Lexus LF-A Greenlighted for Production |publisher=Leftlanenews.com |access-date=9 October 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060821021323/http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/03/02/report-lexus-lf-a-greenlighted-for-production/ |archive-date=21 August 2006 |url-status=dead }}</ref> however these reports were not officially confirmed.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Features/articleId=152966?tid=edmunds.il.home.photopanel..1.*|title=Driving the 2011 Lexus LF-A on Inside Line|publisher=Edmunds.com|access-date=20 July 2009}}</ref>

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===2007–2008===
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|caption2= The second Lexus LF-A concept
|image3= Lexus LF-A Gazoo Racing Goodwood Festival of Speed.jpg
|caption3= The Lexus LF-A racing concept
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Following the original LF-A concept, development time was lengthened by the switch from an aluminum frame to a carbon-fibre tub, the result of engineering efforts aimed at improving the LF-A's [[power-to-weight ratio]].<ref name=aw/> The LF-A was reported to draw engineering resources from [[Toyota Racing (Formula One team)|Toyota's Formula One team]].<ref name=mt07/> In January 2007, a restyled LF-A concept car premiered alongside the first production F marque vehicle, the IS F sports sedan. The second LF-A concept featured a more aerodynamic exterior, a near-production interior, and F marque emblems. Later that year, Lexus Great Britain director Steve Settle indicated plans for a [[V10 engine|V10]] and [[hybrid car|hybrid]] version of the LF-A.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/news/9417061/Lexus-hints-at-new-hybrid-supercar |title=Lexus hints at new hybrid supercar |first=Matt |last=Campbell |work=Stuff |location=New Zealand |date=20 November 2013 |access-date=16 January 2019}}</ref> The hybrid version, combining a petrol engine with electric motors, was to feature a [[V8 engine|V8]] powertrain similar to that designed for the Lexus [[Lexus LS (XF40)|LS 600h L]]. LF-A test mules continued to be spotted at the [[Nürburgring]], including early models with a large, fixed rear wing.<ref name=cd09/> In December 2007, ''[[Auto Express]]'' reported that the LF-A had set an unofficial 7:24 lap at the [[Nürburgring]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpressnews/214086/lexus_lfa.html|title=Lexus's 552bhp supercar is 'Ring leader|work=Auto Express|access-date=6 July 2009}}
</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.egmcartech.com/2007/12/28/lexus-lf-a-breaks-porsche-gt2s-nurburgring-record-unofficially/
|title=Lexus LF-A breaks Porsche GT2's Nurburgring record (unofficially) - |date=28 December 2007 |publisher=egmCarTech|access-date=6 July 2009}}</ref>

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| footer            = The Lexus LF-A Roadster concept
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In January 2008, Lexus displayed a roadster version of the LF-A concept car designated LF-A Roadster, or '''LF-AR''', at the [[North American International Auto Show#2008|North American International Auto Show]]. Initial specifications for the roadster were a V10 engine having a displacement of 5.0&nbsp;L and rated at over {{convert|500|hp|kW|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}. The car's top speed was reported to be over {{convert|200|mi/h|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip|0}}.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.lexus.com/fcv/lf_a_roadster.html |title=Future/Concept Vehicles - LF-AR |publisher=Lexus |access-date=9 October 2010 |archive-date=11 January 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120111153820/http://www.lexus.com/fcv/lf_a_roadster.html |url-status=dead }}</ref> Automotive photographers capturing the LF-A in various test guises had photographed a disguised convertible test model, dubbed LF-A Spyder, on the [[Nürburgring]] as early as October 2005.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.channel4.com/4car/gl/gallery/spy+shot/124/1 |title=Lexus LF-A Spider - Car Picture Photo Gallery from 4Car |publisher=Channel 4 |access-date=9 September 2009 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070328022921/http://www.channel4.com/4car/gl/gallery/spy%2Bshot/124/1 |archive-date=28 March 2007 }}
</ref> After its debut at the 2008 North American International Auto Show, the LF-A Roadster was also shown at the 2008 [[Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance]], the [[Geneva Motor Show#2008|2008 Geneva Motor Show]], the [[US Open (tennis)|United States Open Championship]] tournament, and at Lexus exhibits in Japan. A single LF-A racing prototype was also entered into [[Veranstaltergemeinschaft Langstreckenpokal Nürburgring]] endurance races at the Nürburgring in May 2008, competing in the SP8 class of VLN events.<ref name=39adac/> Media reports uncovered an LFA trademark filing with the [[United States Patent and Trademark Office]] in December 2008, with the concept LF-A name dropping its hyphen to become LFA for a possible production model.<ref name=lfatm>{{cite web|url=http://www.themotorreport.com.au/15081/lexus-lf-a-one-step-closer-to-production/|title=Toyota Registers "LFA" Trademark, Lexus Supercar One Step Closer To Production|work=The Motor Report|access-date=20 October 2009|date=17 December 2008}}</ref>

The second LF-A concepts had an overall length of {{convert|175.6|in|mm|order=flip|abbr=on|0}}, and a wheelbase of {{convert|102.3|in|mm|order=flip|abbr=on|0}}; height remained the same as the prior concept, while width grew to {{convert|74.6|in|mm|order=flip|abbr=on|0}}.<ref name=ab>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2007/01/08/detroit-auto-show-lexus-lf-a-take-two/|title=Detroit Auto Show: Lexus LF-A, take two|publisher= Autoblog|access-date=9 September 2009}}</ref> While the original LF-A had been strictly a concept model, the second concept's design reflected engineering analysis for possible production.<ref name=msn07>{{cite web|url=http://autoshow.autos.msn.com/autoshow/detroit2007/Article.aspx?cp-documentid=1695456|title=Two Power Brokers From Lexus Detroit Auto Show 2007|publisher=MSN Autos|access-date=9 September 2009|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090210042015/http://autoshow.autos.msn.com/autoshow/detroit2007/Article.aspx?cp-documentid=1695456|archive-date=10 February 2009}}</ref> The exterior design had been restyled to take advantage of the flexibility offered by carbon-fibre construction,<ref name=style>{{cite web|url=http://www.carstylingmag.com/|title=Lexus LFA cover story, Car Styling Volume 195 (March 2010)|work=Car Styling|access-date=15 April 2010|year=2010}}</ref> with improved aerodynamics and surface features aimed at improving the car's overall top speed.<ref name=msn07/> The reshaped exterior featured smoother lines with additional detailing, and more curved surfaces. The aft radiator cooling vents were retained, but integrated into the rear fascia, and the lower side and front air intakes were restyled, along with the forward fascia and headlamps.<ref name=cd09>{{cite web|url=http://www.caranddriver.com/news/car/07q2/2009_lexus_lf-a-car_news|title=2009 Lexus LF-A|work=Car and Driver|access-date=9 September 2009|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091024171302/http://www.caranddriver.com/news/car/07q2/2009_lexus_lf-a-car_news|archive-date=24 October 2009}}</ref> Designers reportedly drew inspiration from the 1965 [[Toyota 2000GT|2000GT]] sports coupé, which was also produced in a front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout, and represented the combination of Japanese technology and design ethics in a sports car.<ref name=style/> However, no design features on the LF-A were directly derived from the 2000GT.<ref name=style/> The second LF-A concept and accompanying LF-A Roadster were also equipped with a retractable rear wing for improved handling at speed and a two-seat interior with a two-tone colour scheme.

===2009===
[[File:Lexus LFA 009a.JPG|thumb|The production Lexus LFA at the 2009 [[Tokyo Motor Show]].|alt=]]

On 5 August 2009, Toyota's new CEO, [[Akio Toyoda]], publicly confirmed production of the LF-A in his speech at a conference held at the [[Center for Automotive Research]] in the United States.<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://toyotanews.pressroom.toyota.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=2364 |title=2009 Center for Automotive Research (CAR) Management Briefing Seminar - Akio Toyoda |publisher=Toyota |location=US |date=5 August 2009 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref> The production vehicles were expected to carry V10 engines.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.leftlanenews.com/?p=203 |title="Lexus confirms 500hp V10 for LF-A", a ''Leftlane News'' entry |publisher=Leftlanenews.com |date=11 August 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110713200027/http://www.leftlanenews.com/?p=203 |archive-date=13 July 2011 |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.lexus.ca/lexus/experience/en/home/concept/concept_vehicles.jsp |title=Lexus website claims more than 500hp, "Lexus.ca |publisher=Lexus.ca |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110104020452/http://www.lexus.ca/lexus/experience/en/home/concept/concept_vehicles.jsp |archive-date=4 January 2011 }}</ref>

Two LF-A prototypes had also competed at Nürburgring VLN endurance races in mid-2009.
In September 2009, reports in Japanese automotive magazines indicated that the 4.8&nbsp;L V10 engine for the LF-A would carry a ''1LR'' designation.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.4wheelsnews.com/official-lexus-lf-a-will-carry-a-550-hp-48-liter-v10-engine/|title=Official: Lexus LF-A will carry a 550 hp 4.8-liter V10 engine|publisher=.4wheelsnews.com|access-date=9 September 2009|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090817224102/http://www.4wheelsnews.com/official-lexus-lf-a-will-carry-a-550-hp-48-liter-v10-engine/|archive-date=17 August 2009}}</ref>
A subsequent television ad for the Japanese market showed the pre-production LFA testing at the [[Fuji Speedway]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://wot.motortrend.com/6621039/video/lexus-lfa-commercial-makes-grown-men-drool/index.html |title=Lexus LFA Commercial Makes Grown Men Drool |publisher=Wot.motortrend.com |date=21 December 2009 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref>

On 21 October 2009, the production version of the Lexus LFA was unveiled on the first press day of the 41st biennial [[Tokyo Motor Show]].<ref name=bwlaunch>{{cite web|url=http://www.businessweek.com/autos/autobeat/archives/2009/10/introducing_the_1.html |title=Lexus launches $375k LFA |work=Bloomberg BusinessWeek |access-date=21 October 2009 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091024031038/http://www.businessweek.com/autos/autobeat/archives/2009/10/introducing_the_1.html |archive-date=24 October 2009 }}</ref> The car was introduced by Akio Toyoda at a press conference, in which it was disclosed that the vehicle would be limited to 500 production copies. The car carried the same designation as the concepts, LFA, but without the hyphen. The production designation reportedly stood for Lexus Fuji Apex,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.projo.com/projocars/content/ca_nissanleafname_11-01-09_E0G990J_v7.15792f4.html |title=Choosing a name for a new model is tricky business |work=Bloomberg |access-date=5 November 2009 |last=Inoue |first=Kae |date=1 November 2009 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110622073310/http://www.projo.com/projocars/content/ca_nissanleafname_11-01-09_E0G990J_v7.15792f4.html |archive-date=22 June 2011 }}</ref> another claim dismissed by Chief Engineer Tanahashi.<ref name="LFAname" /> The LFA was shown as the final vehicle of the press conference, following the [[Lexus LF#LF-Ch|LF-Ch]] hybrid concept.<ref name=bwlaunch/>

The production announcement for the LFA marked the 20th anniversary of the launch of Lexus.<ref name=lfaus/> Given the high cost of construction and development, analysts did not expect LFA sales to be profitable.<ref name=bwlaunch/> However, the LFA was intended to serve as a testbed for new car technologies, including carbon-fibre mass-production, and related performance vehicle development.<ref name=ab1>{{cite web|last=Lavrinc |first=Damon |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2009/10/26/2011-lexus-lfa-first-drive/ |title=First Drive: 2011 Lexus LFA is wicked and this way comes |publisher=Autoblog |date=26 October 2009 |access-date=22 February 2010}}</ref> At its debut, a circuit-ready model was also indicated for a 2012 launch.<ref name=lfar>{{cite web|url=http://www.themotorreport.com.au/44916/lexus-lfa-officially-debuts-special-model-due-in2012-video/|title=Lexus LFA Officially Debuts, "Special Model" Due In 2012: Video |first1= Tony |last1=O'Kane | date=Oct 22, 2009 |work=The Motor Report|access-date=22 October 2009 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120723052509/http://www.themotorreport.com.au/44916/lexus-lfa-officially-debuts-special-model-due-in-2012-video |archive-date= Jul 23, 2012 }}</ref>
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==Production==

[[File:Tanahashi Foamcore.jpg|thumb|left|LFA Chief Engineer Haruhiko Tanahashi with piece of foamcored CFRP material in front of LFA body during production in Motomachi plant]]

Lexus began taking orders for the LFA on 23 October 2009. Buyers were selectively chosen by Lexus in the second quarter of 2010.<ref name=cdrev>{{cite web|url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/09q4/2012_lexus_lfa-first_drive_review|title=2012 Lexus LFA - First Drive Review - Auto Reviews|work=Car and Driver |first1=Mark |last1=Gillies |others=Photography by Andrew, Tim |date=October 2009 |access-date=22 October 2009|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091024031831/http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/09q4/2012_lexus_lfa-first_drive_review|archive-date=24 October 2009}}</ref> Production began in December 2010. Only 500 total cars were made for worldwide markets, with only 20 produced each month with a base price of $375,000 (£340,000). Each car had to be custom ordered to the customer's specifications.<ref name=world/>
Following the LFA's Introduction at the [[Tokyo Motor Show]], Lexus unveiled a website with an 'LFA configurator', which allowed users to select exterior and interior colours, brake caliper colours, seats, steering wheel leather, and other interior designs.<ref name=config>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2009/10/21/lexus-lfa-configurator/ |date=Oct 21, 2009 |first1=Frank |last1=Filipponio |title=Tickled pink over the Lexus LFA configurator|work= Autoblog|access-date=21 October 2009}}</ref><ref name="launch">{{cite web|last=Jacquot|first=Josh|title=2011 Lexus LFA: 10 Things You Don't Know About the Supercar|url=https://www.edmunds.com/car-reviews/features/10-things-you-don-t-know-about-the-2011-lexus-lfa.html|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130224084814/http://www.edmunds.com/car-reviews/features/10-things-you-don-t-know-about-the-2011-lexus-lfa.html|archive-date=24 February 2013|access-date=6 November 2009|work=Edmunds|date=27 October 2009 }} [http://www.insideline.com/lexus/lfa/2011/10-things-you-don-t-know-about-the-2011-lexus-lfa.html Alt URL]</ref> In total, there were over 30&nbsp;billion possible combinations.<ref name=launch/> Each LFA was hand-built by a dedicated production team of engineers and specialists at Toyota's Motomatchi plant in [[Aichi]], Japan.<ref name=TTAC>{{cite web|url=http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2012/07/the-making-of-the-lexus-lfa-supercar-who-what-where-and-most-of-all-why-an-inside-report-chapter-1-from-a-bar-to-bar-none/ |title=The Making of the Lexus LFA Supercar: Who, What, Where And Most of All Why. An Inside Report, Chapter 1: From A Bar To Bar None | author=Bertel Schmitt | publisher=Thetruthaboutcars.com.com |date=9 July 2012 |access-date=27 December 2012}}</ref><ref name=hand>{{cite web|url=http://www.ayrshirepost.net/lifestyle/motoring-car-news/2009/10/21/hand-built-super-lexus102545-24986581/ |title=Hand-built super Lexus |work=Ayrshire Post |access-date=21 October 2009 }}{{dead link|date=June 2016|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref><ref name="Nat Geo Mega Factories Video">{{cite web|title=Lexus LFA - Megafactories (National Geographic Channel)|url=https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9MMWJ7p5SZY |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211213/9MMWJ7p5SZY |archive-date=2021-12-13 |url-status=live|work=National Geographic|access-date=26 January 2013}}{{cbignore}}{{dead link|date=February 2024}}</ref>

[[File:Lexus LFA Black And White Group Shot.jpg|thumb|Production LFAs, lined up in Yokohama]]

In the North American market, 150 cars were initially sold through a two-year lease program. This was to prevent owners from reselling the vehicle for a profit.<ref name=world>{{cite web |url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/109112423203/lexus-to-lease-not-sell-lfas-to-foil-speculators |first1=Brian |last1=Potter |date=Nov 24, 2009 |title=Lexus to lease, not sell, LFAs to foil speculators |publisher=Worldcarfans.com |access-date=22 February 2010 |archive-date=18 February 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100218140411/http://www.worldcarfans.com/109112423203/lexus-to-lease-not-sell-lfas-to-foil-speculators |url-status=dead }}</ref> Racing driver [[Scott Pruett]] was hired to give test drives to interested buyers, demonstrating the vehicle's capabilities at [[Auto Club Speedway]]. The Lexus division of Toyota Motors USA stopped taking orders at the end of 2009, at which time they planned to open discussions about a purchase plan for the lessees. Lexus later changed their stance and allowed outright purchase, but only on the condition that they sign an agreement giving the dealer the first right of refusal to buy back the LFA if the owner wanted to sell it within the first two years. The dealer would have the option to buy back the used LFA for either fair market value or the original sticker price, whichever is lower.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2010/08/05/lexus-allowing-outright-purchase-of-lfa-in-u-s-demands-right-o/ |title=Lexus allowing outright purchase of LFA in U.S., demands right of first refusal if you try to sell it |publisher=Autoblog |date=Aug 5, 2010 |first1=Sam |last1=Abuelsamid |access-date=5 August 2010}}</ref> In the European market, buyers could order their LFA through a single Lexus dealer located in [[Park Lane (road)|Park Lane]], [[London]] where it was purchased outright.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/109120123317/lexus-lfa-to-sell-not-lease-in-europe |date=December 1, 2009 |first1=Zack |last1=Newmark |title=Lexus LFA to sell, not lease in Europe|publisher=Worldcarfans.com |access-date=22 February 2010 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110417075407/http://www.worldcarfans.com/109120123317/lexus-lfa-to-sell-not-lease-in-europe |archive-date= April 17, 2011 }}</ref>

[[File:Tanahashi Autoclave.jpg|thumb|left|LFA Chief Engineer Haruhiko Tanahashi in front of autoclave used to cure CFRP parts]]

During the LFA's production, each vehicle received an individually numbered plaque, indicating the unit's place in the production run. Each LFA V10 engine carried the signature of the specialist who assembled it.<ref name=hand/> With 20 units produced monthly, production of the LFA extended from December 2010 to December 2012. Production ended on 14 December 2012, with the last car finished in white exterior colour and equipped with the Nürburgring package. When production ended, no successor was scheduled. The LFA plant in Motomachi continued making parts with a small team.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2012/12/sayonara-lfa |title=Sayonara, LFA |publisher=Thetruthaboutcars.com.com |date=17 December 2012 |access-date=27 December 2012}}</ref>
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==Overview==

===Engine===
[[File:Toyota-Yamaha Lexus LF-A Production Prototype engine 2009 Tokyo Motor Show.jpg|thumb|The static model of the 4.8-litre ''1LR-GUE'' V10 engine used in the LFA]]

The Lexus LFA is powered by a 72-degree bank angle {{cvt|4805|cc|L CID|1|abbr=on}} [[V10 engine]] equipped with [[VVT-i#Dual VVT-i|Dual VVT-i]] carrying the ''[[Toyota LR engine#1LR-GUE|1LR-GUE]]'' designation with a maximum output of {{convert|412|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} delivered at 8,700&nbsp;rpm. Its maximum torque output of {{convert|354|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}} arrives at 6,800&nbsp;rpm, 90&nbsp;percent of which is available from 3,700&nbsp;rpm. The engine [[redline]]s at 9,000&nbsp;rpm, but with a fuel cutoff set at 9,500&nbsp;rpm,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://jalopnik.com/5388538/2011-lexus-lfa-first-drive?skyline=true&s=i |title=2011 Lexus LFA: First Drive - Lexus LFA |publisher=Jalopnik |date=23 October 2009 |access-date=22 February 2010}}</ref> and is constructed using forged aluminum pistons, forged titanium [[connecting rod]]s, and solid titanium valves. The V-angle of the LFA's V-10 engine is set to 72-degrees, which allows for even firing from the pistons without the use of a split-journal crankshaft, thus improving engine efficiency as well as lowering the overall weight. [[Dry sump lubrication]] prevents engine oil starvation through high-speed corners and lowers the engine's [[center of mass]]. Air is fed directly from beneath the hood through a visible slit passing into a dual-stage variable [[intake manifold]] and then into ten individual [[Throttle body|throttle bodies]] before finally exiting from a dual-stage titanium muffler.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kavanagh |first=Jason |date=April 18, 2011 |title=2012 Lexus LFA: Engine Walkaround |url=http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2011/04/2012-lexus-lfa-engine-walkaround.html |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110426222446/http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2011/04/2012-lexus-lfa-engine-walkaround.html |archive-date=2011-04-26 |website=[[Edmunds (company)|Edmunds Inside Line]]}}</ref>

[[File:Chiharu Tamura explains Lexus LFA.jpg|thumb|left|LFA Deputy Chief Engineer Chiharu Tamura explains LFA engine]]

The LFA's engineers selected a V10 engine over an equivalent displacement V8 engine for its ability to rev higher,<ref name=cdrev/> and over a V12 for its lower reciprocating mass,<ref name=jal/><ref name=cdrev/> allowing for more rapid engine response. Lexus claimed their engine could rev from idle to its redline in 0.6&nbsp;seconds and an analog tachometer needle could not accurately track the LFA's changes in engine speeds. This necessitated the use of a digital tachometer which can instantly display engine speed.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pr.com/press-release/194514 |title=Are You Lexus Supercar Material? Lexus of Watertown Asks Savvy Car Consumers in Greater Massachusetts. |publisher=PR.com |date=23 November 2009 |access-date=22 February 2010}}</ref> The engine reportedly weighs less than the manufacturer's own 3.5-litre [[Toyota GR engine|''2GR-FE'' V6 engine]]. Engineers attempted to make the engine sound like that of a Formula One car with high revs, while at the same time maintaining reliability and vibration control. Along with other manufacturers such as [[Ferrari]], Toyota had produced its own F1 engines and chassis designs.<ref name=mt07/> The exhaust note has been described by Toyota engineers as the "roar of an angel",<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/motoring/road-tests/lexus-lfa-1812648.html |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/archive/20220614/https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/motoring/road-tests/lexus-lfa-1812648.html |archive-date=14 June 2022 |url-access=subscription |url-status=live |title=Lexus LFA - Road Tests, Motoring |work=The Independent|date=1 November 2009 |access-date=9 October 2010 | location=London | first=John | last=Simister}}</ref> and a US television spot later used the engine sound to shatter a champagne glass via [[resonance]] frequency.<ref>{{cite web|last=Bowman |first=Zach |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2010/06/02/video-lexus-lfa-breaks-champagne-glass-with-science/ |title=Video: Lexus LFA breaks champagne glass with science |publisher=Autoblog |date=2 June 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref>

{{Listen|type=sound|filename=Lexus LF-A.ogg|title=Lexus LFA at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2010|filename2=Lexus LFA revving 1LR-GUE (2009).ogg|title2=Lexus LFA ''1LR-GUE'' V10 revving}}
The powerplant gives the LFA a [[weight-to-power ratio]] of 2.67&nbsp;kg/hp and enables it to reach a top speed of around {{convert|202|mi/h|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip|0}}.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpressnews/215355/lexus_lfa.html |title=Lexus LF-A|work=Auto Express|date=23 January 2008 |access-date=22 February 2010}}</ref> Unlike the [[Lexus IS F|IS F]]'s [[Toyota UR engine#2UR-GSE|2UR-GSE]] engine, Yamaha co-developed the entire engine, and not just the cylinder heads. The engine exceeds [[European emission standards|Euro V emissions]]. The engine is installed with a front mid-engine placement.<ref name=mauth>{{cite web|url=http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1024061_new-info-reveals-lexus-lf-a-will-be-limited-to-500-units|title=New info reveals Lexus LF-A will be limited to 500 units|publisher=MotorAuthority|access-date=9 September 2009|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090825084358/http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1024061_new-info-reveals-lexus-lf-a-will-be-limited-to-500-units|archive-date=25 August 2009|url-status=dead}}</ref> According to Chief Engineer Haruhiko Tanahashi a front engine layout was selected instead of a mid engine layout as it is inherently more forgiving dynamically, affording less experienced drivers a wider safety net.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=7&article_id=8480 |title=page 5 - 5 Questions with Haruhiko Tanahashi - Driving Impressions |work=Road & Track |date=26 October 2009 |access-date=22 February 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091025072921/http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=7&article_id=8480 |archive-date=25 October 2009 }}</ref>

===Transmission===
[[File:Lexus LFA 031.JPG|thumb|left|The LFA front counter gearbox, torque tube, and transaxle]]

The gearbox built by [[Aisin]] is a six-speed single-clutch [[automated manual transmission]] actuated with paddle-shifters.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a16580655/2012-lexus-lfa-review/ |title=2012 Lexus LFA |first=Mark |last=Gillies |work=Car and Driver |location=US |date=20 October 2009  |access-date=4 March 2020}}</ref> Lexus initially sought to use a [[dual-clutch transmission]], but decided that the shift feel was ''too'' smooth. Instead, they opted for an automated [[Sequential manual transmission|sequential gearbox]], a system previously developed for the [[Toyota MR2]] by Norwegian technology company Kongsberg Devotek (now [[Semcon]]). While much of the software and [[control system]] was kept, Devotek adapted the mechanics and hydraulics to match the increased performance demands of the LFA.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2012-11-26 |title=Denne superbilen er litt norsk |url=https://www.dn.no/denne-superbilen-er-litt-norsk/1-1-1916314 |access-date=2023-01-10 |website=www.dn.no |language=Norwegian}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Martinsen |first=Cato |date=2012-05-15 |title=Denne bilen har du ikke råd til |url=https://www.laagendalsposten.no/2-2.1601-1.7236116 |access-date=2023-01-10 |website=Laagendalsposten |language=no}}</ref>

===Chassis===
The Lexus LFA's frame is made from an in-house designed and manufactured [[carbon fibre-reinforced polymer]] (CFRP) centre [[monocoque]] with aluminium front and rear [[subframe]]s. The subframes, which can be removed and replaced minimising potential repair costs, are joined to the monocoque using a newly developed aluminum flanged collar designed to create a stronger joint.<ref name=autocar>{{cite web|url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/CarReviews/FirstDrives/Lexus-LF-A-5.0/241363/|title=Lexus LF-A - Road Test First Drive|work=Autocar|access-date=2 September 2009}}</ref> According to the manufacturer, the quality of the CFRP material matches that of aeronautical grades and is woven by a laser monitored circular loom, one of only two in the world.<ref name=ab1/> Overall 65% of the vehicle's total body mass is CFRP material while the remaining 35% is aluminum.<ref name=rttech>{{cite web|url=http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=10&article_id=8479|title=Technical Analysis: 2011 Lexus LFA (12/2009)|work=Road & Track Magazine|access-date=22 October 2009|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091024071618/http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=10&article_id=8479|archive-date=24 October 2009}}</ref> Manufacturer data indicates that the use of CFRP saves {{convert|100|kg|lbs|abbr=on}} over equivalent aluminum materials.

[[File:Lexus LFA Cut-away Frame.jpg|thumb|left|LFA chassis cutaway display]]

An [[electric power steering]] rack with a 14.3:1 gear ratio is used. The front suspension utilises a double-wishbone arrangement and there is a multi-link arrangement at the rear with coil-over dampers at all wheels.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Edmunds |first=Dan |date=April 13, 2011 |title=2012 Lexus LFA: Suspension Walkaround |url=https://www.edmunds.com/car-reviews/track-tests/2012-lexus-lfa-suspension-walkaround.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110518092812/http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2011/04/2012-lexus-lfa-suspension-walkaround.html |archive-date=2011-05-18 |website=[[Edmunds (company)|Edmunds Inside Line]]}}</ref> The [[shock absorber|damper]]s are a monotube design, each with a remote fluid reservoir that includes an expanding and contracting [[bellows]]: a purely mechanical system. The LFA further features six-piston front and four-piston rear [[Brembo]] monobloc [[brake caliper]]s with {{convert|390|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} front and {{convert|360|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} rear carbon ceramic discs controlled by Toyota's [[Electronically Controlled Brake|Electronically Controlled Brake-by-wire]] system. Forged 20-inch [[BBS Kraftfahrzeugtechnik AG|BBS]] wheels fitted with {{convert|265|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} front and {{convert|305|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} rear [[Bridgestone]] next-generation Potenza tyres are standard.<ref name=mauth/> The LFA is equipped with a three-mode Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) [[stability control]] system with Sport setting.<ref name=launch/>

To maintain a near-ideal weight distribution, a rear [[transaxle]] is used, in addition to the mounting of the fuel tank ahead of the rear axle and the radiators at the rear. The windshield washer fluid reservoir is mounted in the center next to the fuel tank to improve further the center of weight. Overall 48% of the LFA's mass is distributed along with the front wheels with 52% at the rear.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/2050110.022/lexus-unveils-lf-a-concept-at-2005-naias |title=Lexus Unveils LF-A Concept at 2005 NAIAS |publisher=Worldcarfans.com |date=10 January 2005 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref> The {{convert|73|L|abbr=on|0}} fuel tank straddles the exhaust system keeping weight centered along the left-right axis. The engine is connected to the transaxle via a rigid carbon-fibre torque tube which the exhaust system runs directly below.<ref name=autocar/> This stacked driveshaft and exhaust arrangement decreases the width of the centre tunnel allowing for centrally located seating.

===Exterior===
The LFA has an overall length of {{convert|177.4|in|mm|order=flip|abbr=on|0}}, while its wheelbase measures {{convert|102.6|in|mm|order=flip|abbr=on|0}}, with a height of {{convert|48|in|mm|order=flip|abbr=on|0}} and width of {{convert|74.6|in|mm|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}.<ref name=ospecs>[http://www2.toyota.co.jp/press/tokyo-ms2009/lexus/photo/lfa_eng.pdf Official LFA press information] {{dead link|date=June 2016|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref> Compared to the prior 2007–2008 concepts, the production model is nearly {{convert|2|in|mm|order=flip|abbr=on|0}} longer, with identical width, height, and nearly same wheelbase dimensions.<ref name=ab/><ref name=ospecs/> The exterior design of the LF-A concepts and the final production model was the work of car stylists led by Lexus Design general manager Kengo Matsumoto.<ref name=mt07/><ref name=style/> The overall design ethos was based on the principle of [[Form follows function#Automobile designing|form follows function]], with [[aesthetics]] secondary to [[aerodynamics]] and operation.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.asiaone.com/Motoring/News/Story/A1Story20100719-227691.html |title=Asia One Motoring - State of the art |publisher=Asiaone.com |date=19 July 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100724033345/http://www.asiaone.com/Motoring/News/Story/A1Story20100719-227691.html |archive-date=24 July 2010 }}</ref>

[[File:Lexus LFA 008.JPG|thumb|left|Overhead view of the Lexus LFA with carbon fibre roof]]

The LFA's body features sharp edges and cutoffs for improved aerodynamic performance, made possible by the carbon fiber body.<ref name=cdrev/> The body was designed with an emphasis on downforce. There are air scoops located over the rear fenders which feed the aft-mounted radiators and help cool the brakes.<ref name=ab1/> A horizontal hood gap also feeds air to the engine.<ref name=ab1/> Two small aft vents expel air that is collected by an underbody air scoop and used to cool the titanium exhaust pipes.<ref name=ab1/> Dual hood ducts serve to move hot air away from the exhaust manifold.<ref name=ab1/>

The LFA's speed-sensitive rear wing incorporates a [[Gurney flap]] and deploys at speeds over {{convert|50|mph|kph|abbr=on|order=flip}}.<ref name=cdrev/> The LFA develops {{convert|522|lb|kg|abbr=on|order=flip}} of downforce at maximum speed.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.edmunds.com/car-reviews/features/10-things-you-don-t-know-about-the-2011-lexus-lfa.html |title=2011 Lexus LFA: 10 Things You Don't Know About the Supercar |first=Josh |last=Jacquot |work=Edmunds |location=US |date=2009-10-27 |access-date=2023-05-26}}</ref> With the wing retracted the LFA's body has a drag coefficient of {{cd|0.31}}. The LFA body was offered with a choice of 28 standard exterior colours,<ref name=ab1/> along with 3 wheel colours and a matte black option. Additional special colours are available to order.<ref name=config/> The front and rear fenders, doors, roof rails, and rocker panels are made out of blast fiber reinforced sheet panels, while the tail lamps are [[light-emitting diode]] (LED) lights.<ref name=ab1/>

===Interior===
[[File:Lexus LFA 013.JPG|thumb|The LFA interior, customisable to owner specification]]

The LFA interior incorporates carbon fibre, leather, [[alcantara (material)|alcantara]], and metallic surfaces. There are two [[bucket seat]]s, and Lexus' [[Remote Touch]] controller interface. The interior design uses [[bespoke]] materials and colours.<ref name=launch/> The instrument display is a digital [[thin-film transistor]] (TFT) [[speedometer]] with colour-changing background, size-changing numbers, and side-appearing submenus.<ref name=cdrev/>

In operation, the TFT display shows small digits in automatic mode; larger and bolder numbers in normal mode; inverted colours, moved redline, and stark numbers in sport mode, along with a programmable redline warning colour change.<ref name=launch/> The tachometer display also features an electric movable metal ring with layer acrylic plastic to create a 3D effect. The LFA further features a new driver and passenger seat-belt airbag design<ref name=cdrev/> increases similar to the S-Class ESF safety concept car.

The steering wheel features a right-mounted start button and alloy paddle-shifters.<ref name=cdrev/> To start the car, the driver must insert the key beside the steering wheel then press the start button.<ref name=cdn>{{cite web|url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/10q1/world_exclusive!_2012_lexus_lfa_tested-short_take_road_test |title=World Exclusive! 2012 Lexus LFA Tested - Short Take Road Test |date=26 March 2010 |publisher=Caranddriver.com |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref> Two [[octave]]s of engine sound are channeled into the cabin via twin ducts which connect the firewall with the intake manifold, with the sound tuned in the manner of an [[Ovation guitar]].<ref name=launch/> A 12-speaker [[Mark Levinson Audio Systems|Mark Levinson]] sound system with compact lightweight components was also developed for the interior.<ref name=ag>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2009/10/tokyo-2009-552-horsepower-lexus-lfa-world-premiere.html|title=Tokyo 2009: 552 Horsepower Lexus LFA World Premiere |work=AutoGuide|date=22 October 2009 |access-date=27 October 2009}}</ref> Custom-made [[Tumi Inc.|Tumi]] [[suitcase]]s are designed for the LFA interior, with a two-piece set made from carbon-fibre style materials and inscribed with the [[Vehicle Identification Number|VIN]]; a smaller "concourse" case is for track days and short trips, while a larger "coastal" case is for longer trips.<ref>{{cite news|last=Welsh |first=Jonathan |url=https://blogs.wsj.com/drivers-seat/2010/08/18/fitted-luggage-lexus-lfa-sports-car-revives-an-oldie/ |title=Fitted Luggage: Lexus LFA Sports Car Revives An Oldie's Seat - WSJ |work=The Wall Street Journal |date=18 August 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref>
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==Tokyo Motor Show Edition==
At the 2011 Tokyo Motor show, a special edition of the LFA was released called the Tokyo Motor Show Edition. This edition has an exposed carbon fibre roof and carbon fibre rear spoiler. A total of 9 units have been produced.<ref>{{citation |url=https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/spy-shots/lexus/lexus-to-launch-super-lfa-tokyo-edition-plus-new-supra-underway/ |title=Lexus to launch super LFA Tokyo Edition, plus new Supra underway |work=CAR Magazine |date=26 January 2015 |access-date=1 May 2024}}</ref><ref>{{citation |url=https://exclusivecarregistry.com/details/lexus/lfa/28975 |title=ECR - Lexus LFA details |work=Exclusive Car Registry |date=20 March 2024 |access-date=1 May 2024}}</ref>

==Nürburgring package==

[[File:Lexus LFA bare chassis front 2011 Tokyo Motor Show.jpg|thumb|Chassis of the Nürburgring Edition LFA at the 2011 [[Tokyo Motor Show]], with its V10 producing an added {{convert|7.4|kW|PS hp|abbr=on|0}}|alt=]]

On 15 March 2010, Lexus detailed the circuit-tuned variant of the LFA, plans for which were first disclosed at the LFA official press launch the previous October.<ref name=circuit>{{cite web |url=http://www2.toyota.co.jp/en/news/09/10/1021.html |title=News Releases > Lexus Debuts LFA |publisher=TOYOTA |date=21 October 2009 |access-date=22 February 2010 |archive-date=11 February 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100211113226/http://www2.toyota.co.jp/en/news/09/10/1021.html |url-status=dead }}</ref> The variant is officially known as the LFA Nürburgring Package in reference to the similar setup employed on the LFA race cars at the [[24 Hours Nürburgring]].<ref name=awn/><ref name=lfane/>

The package features an extra {{convert|7.4|kW|PS hp|abbr=on|0}} from its V10 engine, bringing the total to {{convert|420|kW|PS hp|abbr=on|0}}. It also features a re-calibrated transmission with gear shifts made faster by 0.05 seconds, a front [[Splitter (automotive)|splitter]], stiffer and more adjustable suspension, lightweight [[magnesium wheels]] by [[BBS Kraftfahrzeugtechnik|BBS]] wrapped in high performance street tyres, aerodynamic [[bumper canards|canard]]s at the sides of the front bumper, and a large fixed rear wing, which increases downforce by 33% over the standard car.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/lexus/lf-a/first-drives/lexus-lfa-nurburgring-package |title=Lexus LFA Nurburgring package |first=Andrew |last=Frankel |work=AutoCar |location=UK |date=2011-08-30 |access-date=2023-05-26}}</ref><ref name=lfane>{{cite web|last=Joseph |first=Noah |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/15/word-of-lexus-lfa-nurburgring-track-edition-emerges-from-japan/ |title=Word of Lexus LFA Nürburgring track edition emerges from Japan |publisher=Autoblog |date=15 March 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref><ref name=lfase>{{cite web |url=http://www.icars.sg/2010/12756/lexus-announces-562hp-lfa-special-edition/ |title=Lexus announces 562hp LFA Special Edition |publisher=Icars.sg |date=17 March 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100323125943/http://www.icars.sg/2010/12756/lexus-announces-562hp-lfa-special-edition/ |archive-date=23 March 2010 }}</ref>

The LFA with the Nürburgring Package is a competition-focused variant and was available in four exterior colours, namely glossy black, matte black, race yellow, and whitest white.<ref name=lfase/> The production totals are to be included in the 500-unit total LFA planned build cycle,<ref name=circuit/> and although Lexus stated it would be limited to a 50-unit run,<ref name=awn>{{cite web|last=Migliore |first=Greg |url=http://www.autoweek.com/article/20100329/CARNEWS/100329873 |title=Lexus shows Nürburgring pack for the LFA |date=28 March 2010 |publisher=Autoweek.com |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref> a total of 64 were produced.<ref name=lfaregistry>{{cite web|url=http://lfa-registry.com/nurburgring.php|title=LFA Nürburgring Package Production Numbers|date=23 February 2011 |publisher=LFA-Registry.com|access-date=1 June 2020}}</ref> Buyers received training sessions at the [[Nürburgring|Nordschleife]], accompanied by Nürburgring chief instructors, a one-night stay at the Lindner Congress and Motorsport Hotel Nürburgring, admission to the ring°werk leisure park, a Nürburgring branded jacket, and a one-year pass to the circuit.<ref name=awn/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2010/05/10/lexus-announces-lfa-nu-rburgring-package-only-50-available/|title=Lexus announces LFA Nürburgring Package, only 50 available|publisher=Autoblog|access-date=13 May 2010|last=Abuelsamid |first=Sam|date=10 May 2010}}</ref>

[[File:Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.jpg|thumb|left|The Nürburgring Edition Lexus LFA, shown here at the [[Geneva Motor Show|2011 Geneva Motor Show]], is based on the VLN racing model]]

The Nürburgring Package LFA was tested at the [[Nürburgring]] in June 2011. Driven by [[Akira Iida]], the LFA set a time of 7:22.85 (video confirmed),<ref name=NurburgringLFA>{{cite web|url=http://www.clublexus.com/forums/lfa-model/577825-lfa-nurburgring-edition-7-22-85-a.html|title=Lexus LFA Nurburgring warm-up Nurburgring laptime|publisher=None|access-date=30 June 2011|date=30 June 2010}}</ref> the 7th-fastest time ever for a road-legal production vehicle. Lexus confirmed that this lap video was recorded as a "warm-up" video for the "ADAC 24-hours" for exhibition purposes. The LFA hit {{convert|292|km/h|abbr=on|0}}<ref name=NurburgringLFA/> on the last straight uphill climb, which is one of the highest speeds achieved by factory standard sports car on that segment of the track. Standard OEM [[Bridgestone]] Potenza RE70 performance street tyres were used.

On 2 September 2011, reports came from Lexus via [[Twitter]] as well as [[Chris Harris (journalist)|Chris Harris]] of [[Evo (magazine)|Evo Magazine]] that the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package completed a lap of the Nürburgring in 7:14.64 with a top speed of {{convert|298|kph|mph|abbr=on}} on the "Döttinger" uphill climb, making it the fastest road-legal production vehicle to lap the racetrack at the time.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.automoblog.net/2011/09/03/reports-say-lexus-lfa-takes-production-car-record-at-nurburgring-track/|title=Reports Say Lexus LFA Takes Production Car Record At Nurburgring Track|publisher=Automoblog.net |date=3 September 2011 |access-date=4 September 2011}}</ref> A few days later, the time was confirmed by Lexus as 7:14.64 and a video was provided. OEM Bridgestone Potenza RE070 street tyres had been used to set the record.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2011/09/lfa’s-ring-result-confirmed-714-64/ |title=LFA's Ring Result Confirmed: 7:14.64 (Video Proof Encl.) | work=The Truth About Cars |date=7 September 2011 |access-date=10 September 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.lexus-global.com/en/headlines/news/110907_a/ |title=Lexus LFA achieves a 7minute 14.64 seconds lap time on the Nürburgring Nordschleife |publisher=Lexus |date=7 September 2011 | access-date=10 September 2011 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www2.toyota.co.jp/en/news/feature/20110907.html |title=Lexus Conducts Final-phase Test of 'LFA Nürburgring Package' at Nürburgring |publisher=Toyota |date=7 September 2011 |access-date=10 September 2011 }}{{Dead link|date=September 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>
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==Specifications==

===Manufacturer===
Official specifications and performance figures for the Lexus LFA are as follows:<ref name=ospecs/>

{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:95%; width:%;"
|-
!Engine type
|''[[Toyota LR engine|1LR-GUE]]'' 72° Even firing [[V10 engine|V10]]
!Valvetrain
|[[DOHC]] 4-valves/cylinder, dual [[VVT-i]]
|-
!Displacement
|{{convert|4805|cc|1|abbr=on|lk=on}}
!Bore x Stroke
|{{convert|88|x|79|mm|in|abbr=on|1}}
|-
!Compression Ratio
|12.0:1
!Redline
|9000 rpm <small>([[rev limiter]] 9500 rpm)</small>
|-
!Transmission
|6-speed [[Automated manual transmission|ASG]]
!Minimum shift times
|200 ms or 150 ms
|-
!Power
|{{convert|552|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} at 8700 rpm
!Torque
|{{convert|480|Nm|ftlbf|0|abbr=on}} at 6800 rpm
|-
!Curb weight
|{{convert|1480|kg|0|abbr=on|lk=on}}
!Power-to-Weight
|{{cvt|{{#expr:412/1480 round 2}}|kW/kg|2}}
|-
!Weight distribution
|49.8:50.2 <small>(front:rear)</small>
!Top speed
|{{convert|326|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|-
!0-{{convert|60|mph|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip}}
|3.6 sec.<ref name=lfaus>{{cite web |url=http://www.lexus.com/LFA/ |title=Lexus USA LFA official site |publisher=Lexus.com |access-date=9 October 2010 |archive-date=14 December 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101214233155/http://www.lexus.com/LFA/ |url-status=dead }}</ref> <small>(official, w/o launch control)</small><ref name=launch/>
!0-{{convert|100|km/h|mph|abbr=on}}
|3.7 sec.
|}

===Performance===
Tested performance specifications for the Lexus LFA from ''Car and Driver''<sup>†</sup>, ''Motor Trend''<sup>‡</sup>, ''Road & Track''<sup>††</sup> and ''Insideline''<sup>†††</sup> are as follows:
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:95%; width:%;"
|-
!0-{{convert|60|mph|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip}}
|3.6 secs <small>(w/ launch control.)</small><ref name="lfa599HGTE">{{cite web|url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/comparisons/10q4/2011_ferrari_599_hgte_vs._2012_lexus_lfa-comparison_tests |title=Car&driver November 2010 (LFA vs Ferrari 599 HGTE) |date=27 October 2010 |publisher=Car&Driver |access-date=28 October 2010}}</ref><sup>†</sup>
!0-{{convert|120|mph|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}
|10.8 sec.<ref name=lfa599HGTE/><sup>†</sup>
|-
!0-{{convert|100|mph|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip}}
|7.6 sec.<ref name=lfa599HGTE/><sup>†</sup>
!0-{{convert|130|mph|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip}}
||12.7 sec.<ref name=lfa599HGTE/><sup>†</sup>
|-
!0-{{convert|125|mph|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip}}
|11.4 sec.<ref name=LFAvsSLS>{{cite web|author=Hide Comments |url=http://www.clublexus.com/forums/lfa-model/549107-scans-autozeitung-lexus-lfa-vs-mercedes-sls-amg.html |title=LFA vs SLS AMG |publisher=AutoZeitung |access-date=30 June 2011}}</ref>
!0-{{convert|162|mph|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip}}
||21.2 sec.<ref name=Motorsport>{{cite web|author=Hide Comments |url=http://www.clublexus.com/forums/lfa-model/572054-motorsports-france-magazine-lexus-lfa-sets-record-of-fastest-lap.html |title=Motorsport LFA |publisher=Motorsport |access-date=30 June 2011}}</ref>
|-
!0-{{convert|110|mph|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip}}
|9.2 sec.<ref name=lfa599HGTE/><sup>†</sup>
!0-{{convert|150|mph|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}
|18.3 sec.<ref name=lfa599HGTE/><sup>†</sup>
|-
!{{convert|1/4|mi|m|abbr=on|order=flip}}
|11.6 sec.<ref name=LexusLFAvsGT2RS/> <small><sup>†††</sup>(at {{convert|125|mph|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip}})</small><sup>†</sup>
!Slalom
|{{convert|75.2|mph|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip}}<ref name=LexusLFAvsGT2RS/><sup>†††</sup>
|-
!Lateral acceleration
|1.00 [[gravitational constant|G]]<ref name=cdn/><small> ({{convert|200|ft|m|order=flip|abbr=on|0}} skidpad)</small><sup>†</sup>; 1.05 G<ref name=mtcom>{{cite web|url=http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/1008_2012_lexus_lfa_2010_nissan_gtr_comparison/top_speed_run.html|title=Comparison: 2012 Lexus LFA vs 2010 Nissan GT-R|work=Motor Trend|access-date=13 May 2010|last=Loh|first=Ed|quote="[The LFA] is dynamically superior to the GT-R in nearly every category"|date=10 May 2010}}</ref><sup>‡</sup>
!Braking ({{convert|70|-|0|mph|km/h|abbr=on|order=flip}})
|{{convert|156|ft|m|abbr=on|order=flip}}<ref name=cdn/><sup>†</sup>
|}

Edmunds' ''Insideline'' managed to acquire an LFA from Lexus for one week and tested the LFA on the track including an impromptu grudge match on the drag strip. Both cars won 2 races each making it a draw.

[[File:Lexus LFA pace car.jpg|thumb|left|Lexus LFA pace car at the [[2012 Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach|2012 Grand Prix of Long Beach]]]]

''Insideline'' recorded a {{convert|0|-|60|mph|kph|abbr=on|order=flip}} in 3.9 seconds without launch control system and achieved the 1/4-mile 11.6 seconds at {{convert|124|mi/h|km/h|abbr=on|0|order=flip}}. Lexus LFA circled the skidpad in 1.02 g and achieved one of the highest slalom speeds ever recorded at {{convert|75.2|mi/h|km/h|1|order=flip|abbr=on}}. ''Insideline'' also managed to do 3 dyno runs on a dynojet dyno on the Lexus LFA, which resulted in LFA generating a power output of {{convert|383|kW|PS hp|abbr=on|0}} to the wheels, which after factoring in RWD drivetrain loss turned out to be substantially higher than the {{convert|412|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} at the crank factory specification.<ref name=LexusLFAvsGT2RS>{{cite web|author=Hide Comments |url=http://www.clublexus.com/forums/lfa-model/563598-insideline-roadtrip-with-lfa-gt2-and-gt-r-merged-threads.html|title=Insideline: Lexus LFA vs Porsche 911 GT2 RS |publisher=insideline.com |date=30 June 2011 |access-date=30 June 2010}}</ref>

''[[Car and Driver]]'' track-tested the LFA in November 2010 while conducting a comparison test. The test was conducted in [[Wales]] and returned a {{convert|0|-|60|mph|km/h|abbr=on|0|order=flip}} time of 3.6 seconds using the launch control system and a quarter-mile of 11.7 seconds at {{convert|125|mi/h|km/h|abbr=on|0|order=flip}}.<ref name=lfa599HGTE/> ''[[Motor Trend]]'' recorded a stopping distance from {{convert|60|-|0|mph|kph|abbr=on|order=flip}} in less than {{convert|94|ft|m|abbr=on|1|order=flip}}, and pulled 1.05 g on their skidpad.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/1008_2012_lexus_lfa_2010_nissan_gtr_comparison/top_speed_run.html |title=2012 Lexus LFA Top Speed Run |publisher=Motortrend.com |date=26 February 2007 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref> ''Road and Track'' tested the LFA at {{convert|74.2|mi/h|km/h|abbr=on|0|order=flip}} through the slalom and 1.04 g on the skidpad.<ref name=rttest>{{cite web |author=Hide Comments |url=http://www.roadandtrack.com/tests/car/2011-lexus-lfa/page_2_-_2011_lexus_lfa_page_2 |title=page 2 - 2011 Lexus LFA - Road Test |work=Road & Track |date=12 May 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100601050926/http://www.roadandtrack.com/tests/car/2011-lexus-lfa/page_2_-_2011_lexus_lfa_page_2 |archive-date=1 June 2010 }}</ref>

===Lap times===

====Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours====
''Motorsports France'' conducted a track test on the Lexus LFA and ran a hot lap around the [[Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours]] resulting in a lap time of 1:20.6, which was the fastest ever recorded lap time on the race track despite the test having been conducted in 0 degree freezing temperatures. It was one of the very rare track tests where an actual LFA launch control system was used resulting in a very fast 0&ndash;{{convert|260|km/h|mi/h|abbr=on|0}} acceleration time of only 21.2 seconds.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.clublexus.com/forums/lfa-model/572054-motorsports-france-magazine-lexus-lfa-sets-record-of-fastest-lap.html|title=Motorsports |publisher=Motorsports France |access-date=30 June 2011}}</ref>

====Contidrom====
''[[Auto Zeitung]]'' Germany<ref name="Germancarforum.com">{{cite web |url=http://www.germancarforum.com/internal-combustion/34116-autozeitung-lexus-lfa-vs-mercedes-benz-sls-amg-tracktest.html |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191207054132/https://www.germancarforum.com/internal-combustion/34116-autozeitung-lexus-lfa-vs-mercedes-benz-sls-amg-tracktest.html |url-status=dead |archive-date=7 December 2019 |title=AutoZeitung - Lexus LFA vs. Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG TRACKTEST |publisher=Germancarforum.com |access-date=9 October 2010 }}</ref> in the August 2010 edition conducted a comparison with the Lexus LFA. Around Contidrom race track in [[Hannover]], Germany, the LFA turned a faster lap time by 1.8 seconds of 1:35.66 minutes. Although, the start sector car hit {{convert|204|-|208|km/h|mi/h|abbr=on|0}}, the LFA continuously hit higher speeds in the high speed sector, dynamic sector where agility and spontaneous reactions are measured eventually turning in faster lap. AutoZeitung raved about the LFA's handling, chassis control and race car-like reflexes and response.

====El Toro====
In the LFA's ''[[Top Gear USA]]'' appearance in the third quarter of 2011 in the "Beating Tanner" episode, the American Stig also did a hot lap around the ''Top Gear USA'' testing track in 1:22.6, located at [[Marine Corps Air Station El Toro]], which is the third quickest lap time ever on the race track.

====Nürburgring====
Chief Engineer [[Haruhiko Tanahashi]] mentioned during the world's press at the [[Nürburgring]] in Germany that the LFA has lapped the [[Nürburgring Nordschleife]] in "better than 7 minutes 20 seconds", although no further specifics were given to the record lap.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.carsguide.com.au/site/news-and-reviews/car-news/lexus_lfa_first_drive_review |title=Lexus LFA: first drive video |access-date=7 December 2009 |last=Gover |first=Paul |date=21 October 2009 |work=Carsguide |quote=The racetrack connection is one reason why the LFA is revealed to the world's press at the Nurburgring in Germany, where Tanahashi admits reluctantly that it has lapped in "better than 7 minutes 20 seconds".}}</ref>

''[[Sport Auto]]''<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.germancarforum.com/lexus/34230-sportauto-lfa-supertest.html |title=SportAuto: LFA supertest |publisher=Germancarforum.com |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110711085642/http://www.germancarforum.com/lexus/34230-sportauto-lfa-supertest.html |archive-date=11 July 2011 }}</ref> in the September 2010 edition conducted an LFA supertest with a red LFA that had been used in several other tests in Europe and Horst Von Saurma conducted a [[hot lap]] of the LFA around the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The LFA clocked the Nürburgring in 7:38. The LFA was wearing temporary Bridgestone S001 street tyres since the LFA spec tyres are still under development. Although the LFA lap time is slower than the chief engineer's "better than 7:20" claim, ''[[Sport Auto]]'' cited LFA ran exactly the same lap time with the same driver as other major competitors. All tests were conducted by the same driver, [[Horst von Saurma]].

''[[Auto Bild]]'' Germany<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.germancarforum.com/internal-combustion/35181-autobild-sportscars-supercomparo-2010-458-lp570-4-gt-r-lfa-sls-turbo-s-gt-mf5.html |title=AutoBild Sportscars - Supercomparo 2010 (458/LP570-4/GT-R/LFA/SLS/Turbo S/GT MF5) |publisher=Germancarforum.com |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110711090606/http://www.germancarforum.com/internal-combustion/35181-autobild-sportscars-supercomparo-2010-458-lp570-4-gt-r-lfa-sls-turbo-s-gt-mf5.html |archive-date=11 July 2011 }}</ref> in the September edition of 2010 in part 1 of the comparison conducted a head-to-head [[Nürburgring]] Supercomparo (longer 20.8&nbsp;km version of the track). Lexus LFA turned in the fastest Nurburgring lap time (7:38,85), The Nurburgring 20.8&nbsp;km test driver Sascha Bert stated "LFA was built for the Nurburgring race track."

National Geographic's show, ''Megafactories'', reported a 2011 test of the Lexus LFA Nürburgring package driven by Iida Akira that achieved a record time for production vehicles of 7 minutes 14 seconds.<ref>{{cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4OfY9EYuUg  |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211213/N4OfY9EYuUg |archive-date=2021-12-13 |url-status=live|title=Lexus LFA |access-date=29 September 2017 |date=10 July 2014 |work=[[Megafactories]] |via=YouTube |quote=At 42 minutes 15 seconds - 7 minutes 14 seconds the fastest time by a production car not using slick racing tires and the 5th fastest time ever.}}{{cbignore}}</ref>

====''Top Gear'' test track====
The LFA appeared on ''[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]'' in January 2010, where its power lap of 1.22.8<ref name=tgtest/> was the quickest wet test lap ever recorded on the [[Top Gear test track|''Top Gear'' test track]] located at [[Dunsfold Aerodrome]] in [[Surrey]], United Kingdom.<ref name=tgtest>{{cite web|last=Lavrinc |first=Damon |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2010/01/04/video-top-gear-takes-on-the-lexus-lfa/ |title=Video: ''Top Gear'' takes on the Lexus LFA |publisher=Autoblog |date=4 January 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref>

====Westover====
''[[Speed (TV channel)#List of SPEED Channel programs|Battle of the Supercars]]''<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/showthread.php?t=360512 |title=Battle of the supercars - October 2010 (LFA vs R8 V10) |publisher=Speed channel |access-date=14 October 2010}}</ref> did a head-to-head comparison with the Lexus LFA, with Tanner Foust driving the LFA at the runways of [[Westover Air Reserve Base]]. LFA comprehensively was declared the winner by the presenter where LFA lapped the short 1-mile track with a lap time of 48.9 for the LFA, despite Tanner having difficulties launching the Lexus LFA in the 1-mile road course lap and also the standing mile drag race where LFA won despite a delayed launch (no launch control used for these runs). This test also saw LFA using launch control for the first time in the 0-100-0&nbsp;mph test.

LFA failed to win the brake test. However, in the behind the scenes footage, it was shown the LFA's carbon brakes meant for hardcore track usage were not warmed up properly, which is essential for carbon brakes to perform at their best. In the successive run, LFA carbon brakes were consistently getting better braking shorter in every successive run. In every 0–161&nbsp;km/h (0–100&nbsp;mph) sprint shown in the behind the scenes footage, LFA out-launched and out-accelerated its rival vehicle. In the top speed, rolling start run on the 3.2&nbsp;km (2&nbsp;mi) runway, LFA hit a speed of 296.3&nbsp;km/h (184.1&nbsp;mph). Tanner Foust explained there was no way to retract the LFA wing spoiler (deploys automatically at 80&nbsp;km/h (50&nbsp;mph)) at high speeds increasing drag substantially, which had cost him 6–10&nbsp;km/h (4–6&nbsp;mph).

==Reception==
[[File:Lexus LFA - Flickr - Price-Photography.jpg|thumb|left|Production LFA model.]]

''[[Car and Driver]]'' concluded in its review of the LFA that the sports car is "hugely expensive, hugely competent". The magazine felt that the car began to look like "something of a bargain" from the viewpoint that more expensive cars offered similar levels of technology and exclusivity.<ref name=cdrev/> In their December 2010 issue, they placed it ahead of the [[Ferrari 599]] HGTE in a one-on-one comparison test, with the verdicts "Lexus builds a Ferrari" and "Ferrari builds a Lexus".<ref>{{Cite web |title=2012 Lexus LFA vs. 2011 Ferrari 599 HGTE |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/comparison-test/a15128593/2011-ferrari-599-hgte-vs-2012-lexus-lfa-comparison-test/| access-date=2025-07-27 |website=Car and Driver |language=en}}</ref> 

In May 2010, ''[[Motor Trend]]'' ran the LFA through several track tests and praised its driving dynamics and engine note.<ref name=mtcom/> However, in their 2011 Best Driver's Car competition, the LFA finished ninth out of eleven cars, receiving criticism for a "nervous, twitchy chassis" that gave the judges "no confidence".<ref name=":MTBDC">{{Cite web |date=2011-09-12 |title=2011 Motor Trend Best Driver's Car - 11 of the World's Best Driver's Cars tested - Motor Trend |url=https://www.motortrend.com/news/2011-motor-trend-best-drivers-car/ |access-date=2022-10-15 |website=MotorTrend |language=en}}</ref> The car was also criticised for its transmission, ergonomics and ride quality.<ref name=":MTBDC" /> ''[[Top Gear (magazine)|Top Gear]]'' criticised the LFA for being sold at a price much higher than comparable sports cars.<ref name=TG/>

''[[Autocar (magazine)|Autocar]]'' complimented the LFA's engine and handling on smooth surfaces, but criticised the car's behaviour on normal roads, where they felt that "the difficulty the LFA has in coping with an uneven road" negatively impacts driving enjoyment.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Lexus LFA 2010-2012 ride & handling |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/lexus/lfa-2010-2012/ride |access-date=2022-10-15 |website=Autocar |language=en}}</ref> Pointing out that rivals such as the [[Ferrari 458 Italia]] offer "more consistent all-conditions dynamics", the magazine gave the verdict that the LFA is "an occasional car, even by supercar standards".<ref>{{Cite web |title=Lexus LFA 2010-2012 verdict |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/lexus/lfa-2010-2012/verdict |access-date=2022-10-15 |website=Autocar |language=en}}</ref>

GTspirit.com tested the LFA in [[Monaco]] in May 2010 and gave it a positive review with quotes such as "The LFA is incredibly easy to drive. It communicates well, has a superb overall balance and the transparency of the options is an eye-opener. The choice between the racing setup and an all-day trip through a dense city is easily changed." and "the 'I want one' feeling grew considerably every single minute."<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gtspirit.com/2010/05/17/road-test-2011-lexus-lf-a-in-monaco/ |title=Road Test: 2011 Lexus LF-A in Monaco |publisher=Gtspirit.Com |date=17 May 2010 |access-date=25 April 2011}}</ref>

Many reviewers have placed Lexus LFA near the top of the cars they have ever driven. Chris Harris of ''[[Evo (magazine)|Evo UK]]'' had called LFA as the "best car I have ever driven around the Nurburgring. No other car inspires more confidence than the LFA". ''[[Autoweek]]'' Netherlands professional driver Sandor Van Ees stated "Lexus LFA - that sound, that experience. I place the Lexus LFA in the top 5 best cars I have ever driven". Dutch European journalist Thomas Bangma said, "this car is an absolute gem&nbsp;... It is absolutely the best car I have ever driven". ''[[Car Magazine]]'' editor and professional test driver Ben Barry called the LFA Nurburgring edition "the Bugatti Veyron of Japan".

===Television programs===
The LFA appeared on ''[[Top Gear (2002 TV series)|Top Gear]]'' in January 2010, where Richard Hammond drove and raved about the car. Later in the episode, the LFA set a record for the quickest wet test lap ever recorded on the ''Top Gear'' test track, However, it was noted that the LFA cost 3 or more times than its rivals but was not faster than them; Jeremy Clarkson also noted that the 202&nbsp;mph LFA costs 6 times more than the 193&nbsp;mph [[Nissan GT-R]], but is not 6 times faster.<ref name=TG>{{cite episode| title=  |work = Top Gear| episode-link = Top Gear  (2002 TV series)|series=14 | network = [[BBC]]| airdate = 3 January 2010| series-no = 14| number = 7}}</ref> In response, ''[[Evo (magazine)|Evo]]''{{'s}} review of the LFA pointed out that the performance of "a [[Bugatti Veyron]] is not 12 times more than the GT-R",<ref name=EvoR/> with reviewer Chris Harris observing that no cars are 6 times more than a GT-R either.<ref name=EvoR>{{cite web|url=http://www.evo.co.uk/videos/planetevovideos/248110/lexus_lfa_on_uk_roads.html|title=Lexus LFA tackles UK roads|work=Evo|access-date=21 March 2010|last=Harris|first=Chris}}</ref><ref>Lexus LFA Road Test, Evo issue 141, 5 February 2010</ref> Jeremy Clarkson drove the LFA for the first time on Top Gear, describing it as "bloody brilliant". Later, in Series 19, Ep.2, Clarkson states at the start that the LFA is the best car he has ever driven and, in the end, quoted, "If I could have any car ever made given to me I'd pick a dark blue Lexus LFA." In Series 22, Episode 6, he states that he had expected to get a feeling like the LFA from the [[Lexus RC|RC F]] sports coupé, but did not on the further comparison, concluding that the LFA was likely so perfect, not even Lexus themselves know how to remake it.

The LFA appeared on ''[[Fifth Gear]]'' with presenter [[Tiff Needell]] driving the car around the race track performing hot laps, powerslides, and power oversteers. Needell described in detail the high-tech engineering used in the car, and highly praised the 4.8-litre V10's power and sound. Tiff declared, "people who purchased the LFA would be very happy when they get their cars". At the conclusion of the review, he stated "for a weekend race track car, LFA is worth every penny".<ref>{{cite episode| title = Fifth Gear |series=17 | episode-link = Fifth Gear| network = [[Channel 5 (UK TV channel)]]| airdate = 8 July 2010| series-no = 17| number = 6}}</ref>

In 2012, [[Jay Leno]] featured the LFA on his internet car enthusiast program ''[[Jay Leno's Garage]]'', where he looked at several advanced features of the car including the carbon-fibre construction, interior details, and the engine. Leno praised the LFA for its engineering, attention to detail, and quality of construction all around. Leno took the car for a test drive in the [[California]] mountains and had raving impressions of the LFA driving dynamics, handling, chassis rigidity, and engine sound. Leno stated that the LFA was "one of the greatest supercars ever built and certainly the best supercar ever to have come out Japan". Leno was very impressed with the LFA's city driving abilities and noted it was a "docile car around town". Leno summarized the LFA by saying, "certainly, there might be cars out there that could individually do things better than the LFA. Maybe a bit quicker or handling a bit better. But, no other car I know of does everything so extremely well".<ref>{{cite episode| title = Jay Leno's Garage |network=Jay Leno's Garage |airdate = 3 March 2012| url=http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/287-lfa-forum/406741-guess-whats-jay-lenos-garage-week.html#post3801809}}</ref>

==Motorsport==

===2008===
[[File:VLN 2009 01 Lexus LF-A.jpg|thumb|The Lexus LF-A prototype, No.&nbsp;92 at the Nürburgring in 2008]]

A Lexus LF-A prototype was entered on 10 May 2008 on the [[Nürburgring]] 4-hour [[VLN]] endurance race. Despite being lapped 5 times and finishing 77th<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ts-vln.com/valuation/2008-4-place.html |title=Rennwertung "39. Adenauer ADAC Rundstrecken-Trophy" nach Plätzen |publisher=Ts-vln.com |date=21 November 2000 |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110717110241/http://www.ts-vln.com/valuation/2008-4-place.html |archive-date=17 July 2011 }}</ref> overall among over 200 teams, it surprisingly won the over 4,000 cc class SP8,<ref name=39adac>{{cite web|url=http://www.ts-vln.com/valuation/2008-4-classes.html |title=Rennwertung "39. Adenauer ADAC Rundstrecken-Trophy" nach Klassen-Plätzen |publisher=Ts-vln.com |date=21 November 2000 |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090902125927/http://www.ts-vln.com/valuation/2008-4-classes.html |archive-date=2 September 2009}}</ref> as all other five class entrants, failed to finish. The best lap time of the Lexus, on the 24.4&nbsp;km version used in VLN, was 9:06<ref name=39adac/> in 3rd<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ts-vln.com/auswertung/extern.timing.php?stnr=91&rennen=38 |title=Lap times of No. 91 |publisher=Ts-vln.com |date=21 November 2000 |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110717110331/http://www.ts-vln.com/auswertung/extern.timing.php?stnr=91&rennen=38 |archive-date=17 July 2011 }}</ref> of 23 laps, on par with old Porsche 996 GT3 Cup (class Cup3A), while the fastest SP8 cars managed 8:20s.

Lexus also took part in the [[24 Hours Nürburgring]]<ref name=hits>{{cite web |url=http://www.topgear.com/content/news/stories/2796/ |title=Lexus LF-A concept Nürburgring race news - LF-A hits the 'Ring - 2008  |work=Top Gear |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080719173842/http://www.topgear.com/content/news/stories/2796/ |archive-date=19 July 2008 }}</ref> on 24/25 May 2008, with four Japanese drivers including [[Akira Iida]] leading the team. The LF-A was involved in a crash just prior to the race and was hurriedly repaired in two hours to make the race.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080528.012/lexus-lf-a-nrburgring-24-crash-engine--interior-spy-photos |title=Lexus LF-A Nürburgring 24 Crash, Engine & Interior Spy Photos |publisher=Worldcarfans.com |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref> As car #14,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/24hext/DB/round.asp?jahr=2008&v_id=1&l_id=1001004&stnr=14 |title=Home - 38. ADAC Zurich 24h-Rennen |publisher=Adac.24h-rennen.de |access-date=22 February 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090619011955/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/24hext/DB/round.asp?jahr=2008&v_id=1&l_id=1001004&stnr=14 |archive-date=19 June 2009 }}</ref> it qualified 27th<ref>{{cite web |url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/rennen-2008/ergebnisse/ergebnisdatenbank.html |title=Home - 37. ADAC Zurich 24h-Rennen |publisher=Adac.24h-rennen.de |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110604013553/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/rennen-2008/ergebnisse/ergebnisdatenbank.html |archive-date=4 June 2011 }}</ref> among 223 cars, and finished 7th in the SP8 class of 11 entrants, and 121st overall, with a best lap average speed of {{convert|163|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}}, compared to {{convert|175|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}} of the fastest cars.

===2009===
On 4 April 2009, an LF-A and a [[Lexus IS F]] entered by Gazoo Racing (which had already raced smaller cars in 2007 and 2008) finished first and second in the SP8 class<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vln.de/newsausgabe.de.php?id=1654|title=BFGoodrich Langstreckenmeisterschaft Nürburgring - Chronologie 56. ADAC Westfalenfahrt|publisher=VLN|access-date=5 April 2009|date=4 April 2009|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101222095106/http://vln.de/newsausgabe.de.php?id=1654|archive-date=22 December 2010}}</ref> in the ADAC-Westfalenfahrt VLN 4h endurance race, as all three other class entrants, failed to complete the race. In winning its second VLN 4h event, the LF-A improved its fastest lap time, with one driver completing 8:41 laps both in practice and in the race.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ts-vln.com/valuation/2009-1-place.html|title=Rennwertung "56. ADAC Westfalenfahrt" Nach Plätze|publisher=VLN|access-date=6 July 2009|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090409080926/http://www.ts-vln.com/valuation/2009-1-place.html|archive-date=9 April 2009}}</ref>

[[File:Lexus LF-A Gazoo Racing Goodwood Festival of Speed.jpg|thumb|left|The 2009 24h Nürburgring race car No.&nbsp;15 in Goodwood]]

The LF-A was subsequently entered into the 24 Hours Nürburgring race for the manufacturer stated purpose of obtaining feedback for fine-tuning production versions<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.egmcartech.com/2009/05/20/2009-lexus-lf-a-nurburgring-24-hour-race-version-unveiled/|title=2009 Lexus LF-A Nurburgring 24-Hour race version unveiled |date=21 May 2009 |publisher=Egmcartech|access-date=6 July 2009}}</ref> along with training of support technicians.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.caradvice.com.au/29340/lexus-lf-a-prototype-enters-the-ring/|title=Lexus LF-A prototype enters the 'Ring |publisher=Caradvice.com.au|date=21 April 2009|access-date=6 July 2009}}</ref> Gazoo registered two LF-As and a single IS F in the SP8 class (4,000 cc to 6,200 cc), as the LF-A racecars were powered by a 4.8-litre (4,805 cc) V10 engine with a 9,000 rpm redline.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/9090421.004/lexus-lf-a-prototype-to-enter-24-hour-nrburgring-race-again |title=Lexus LF-A Prototype to Enter 24-hour Nürburgring Race Again |publisher=Worldcarfans.com |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.lexus.eu/about/news-and-events/2009/nurburgring/gallery.aspx |title=Lexus - Lf-A at the Nurburgring - Gallery |publisher=Lexus.eu |date=19 May 2009 |access-date=22 February 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110720165753/http://www.lexus.eu/about/news-and-events/2009/nurburgring/gallery.aspx |archive-date=20 July 2011 }}</ref>
At the [[2009 24 Hours of Nürburgring]] endurance race held on 23/24 May, the No.&nbsp;15 LF-A<ref>{{cite web |url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/24hext/DB/round.asp?jahr=2009&v_id=1&l_id=1001004&stnr=15 |title=Home - 38. ADAC Zurich 24h-Rennen |publisher=Adac.24h-rennen.de |access-date=22 February 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110604014520/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/24hext/DB/round.asp?jahr=2009&v_id=1&l_id=1001004&stnr=15 |archive-date=4 June 2011 }}</ref> driven by Jochen Krumbach, [[Armin Hahne]], [[André Lotterer]], and [[Hiromu Naruse]] achieved sub-9 min laps and a best time of 8:50.458, which was the fastest time in the SP8 class,<ref name=37adac>{{cite web |url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/uploads/media/24h-Endergebnis_Klassen.pdf |title=37. ADAC Zurich 24h Rennen |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141006074327/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/uploads/media/24h-Endergebnis_Klassen.pdf |archive-date=6 October 2014 }}</ref> with a best lap speed of {{convert|172|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}};.<ref name=37adac/> The fastest times by the race leaders (SP9 class) were in the 8:40 range with a best lap speed of {{convert|176|km/h|mi/h|0|abbr=on}}.<ref name=37adac/> About 90 minutes from race completion, the No.&nbsp;15 LF-A experienced a separated driveshaft and a fire which poured white smoke from the vehicle's rear section.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://japancarblog.com/lexus-lf-a-nurburgring-fire/ |title=Lexus LF-A too hot to handle - on fire at Nurburgring - Just Japanese Car News |publisher=Japancarblog.com |date=27 May 2009 |access-date=22 February 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160110012930/http://japancarblog.com/lexus-lf-a-nurburgring-fire/ |archive-date=10 January 2016 }}</ref> The No.&nbsp;14 LF-A completed the race and was ranked 4th in its class and 87th overall,<ref name=37adac/><ref>{{cite web |url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/24hext/DB/round.asp?jahr=2009&v_id=1&l_id=1001004&stnr=14 |title=Home - 38. ADAC Zurich 24h-Rennen |publisher=Adac.24h-rennen.de |access-date=22 February 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110604014527/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/24hext/DB/round.asp?jahr=2009&v_id=1&l_id=1001004&stnr=14 |archive-date=4 June 2011 }}</ref> behind the 3rd ranked No.&nbsp;16 IS F<ref>{{cite web|url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/24hext/DB/round.asp?jahr=2009&v_id=1&l_id=1001004&stnr=16 |title=Home - 38. ADAC Zurich 24h-Rennen |publisher=Adac.24h-rennen.de |access-date=22 February 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110604014230/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/24hext/DB/round.asp?jahr=2009&v_id=1&l_id=1001004&stnr=16 |archive-date=4 June 2011 }}</ref> During the early portions of the race the No.&nbsp;14 LF-A recorded its peak position of 14th overall.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/Ergebnisdatenbank.3147.0.html |title=Ergebnisdatenbank - 38. ADAC Zurich 24h-Rennen |publisher=Adac.24h-rennen.de |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090611055534/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/Ergebnisdatenbank.3147.0.html |archive-date=11 June 2009 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/Ergebnislisten.3846.0.html |title=Ergebnislisten - 38. ADAC Zurich 24h-Rennen |publisher=Adac.24h-rennen.de |access-date=22 February 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100123101841/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/Ergebnislisten.3846.0.html |archive-date=23 January 2010 }}</ref> One of the drivers of the No.&nbsp;14 car was Toyota's new CEO [[Akio Toyoda]], who also met Aston Martin's President and fellow race entrant [[Ulrich Bez]] at the race before deciding to build the [[Aston Martin Cygnet]] together.<ref>{{cite web|first=Steve |last=Cropley|url=http://www.autocar.co.uk/News/NewsArticle/AllCars/241124/ |title=Updated: Aston Cygnet gallery |work=Autocar|date=1 July 2009 |access-date=22 February 2010}}</ref>

===2010===
[[File:Lexus LFA nos. 50 & 51 24h-Rennen Nürburgring 2010.jpg|thumb|LFA race cars #51 and #50, SP8 class winner at the 2010 24h Nürburgring]]

Lexus/Gazoo again entered two cars in the [[2010 24 Hours of Nürburgring]], in the SP8 class over 4,000 cc. The "Balance of Performance"<ref>{{cite web|url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/Balance-of-Performance.4237.0.html |title=Balance of Performance - 38. ADAC Zurich 24h-Rennen |publisher=Adac.24h-rennen.de |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100514091504/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/Balance-of-Performance.4237.0.html |archive-date=14 May 2010}}</ref> required a minimum weight of {{Convert|1500|kg|lb|abbr=on}}, a restrictor diameter of 34.2&nbsp;mm, and a fuel tank size of 120 litres. The No.&nbsp;50 car won its class,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/uploads/media/24h-Rennen_ENDERGEBNIS_Klassen_Neu.pdf |title=38. ADAC Zurich 24h Rennen Klassenergebnis |trans-title=38th ADAC Zurich 24h Race Class Results |date=18 May 2010 |access-date=4 October 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304055438/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/uploads/media/24h-Rennen_ENDERGEBNIS_Klassen_Neu.pdf |archive-date=4 March 2016 }}</ref> and finished 18th<ref name="adac.24h-rennen.de">{{cite web |url=http://adac.24h-rennen.de/uploads/media/24h-Rennen_ENDERGEBNIS_Gesamt_neu.pdf |title=38. ADAC Zurich 24h Rennen Gesamtergebnis |trans-title=38th ADAC Zurich 24h Race Comprehensive Results |date=18 May 2010 |access-date=4 October 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110926212650/http://adac.24h-rennen.de/uploads/media/24h-Rennen_ENDERGEBNIS_Gesamt_neu.pdf |archive-date=26 September 2011 }}</ref> overall with 142 laps, 12 laps down. The No.&nbsp;50 car, with 4 Japanese drivers, did a fastest lap of 8:55.934 (average of 170.470&nbsp;km/h<ref name="adac.24h-rennen.de"/>), which was over 20 seconds slower than the top 10 challengers, and slower than last year's performance.

Chief Test Driver/Engineer [[Hiromu Naruse]], who coached the 2010 LFA race team, died in a tragic accident on 23 June 2010 while testing the Nürburgring Edition of the Lexus LFA on the roads local to the Nordschleife in Germany.<ref>{{cite web |author=Tony Dewhurst |url=http://www.pistonspy.com/car-manufacturer-l-z/lexus-models/lexus-lfa-nurburgring-edition-test-driver-killled |title=Hiromu Naruse Chief Test Driver Dies Testing the Nurburgring Edition LF-A |publisher=Pistonspy.com |access-date=25 April 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110715090837/http://www.pistonspy.com/car-manufacturer-l-z/lexus-models/lexus-lfa-nurburgring-edition-test-driver-killled |archive-date=15 July 2011 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |author=Tony Dewhurst |url=http://www.pistonspy.com/car-manufacturer-l-z/lexus-models/lexus-lfa-nurburgring-edition-test-driver-killled |title=Pistonspy-Photosite-Lexus LFA Nurburgring Edition Chief Test/Engineer Hiromu Naruse Dies in Crash|publisher=Pistonspy.com |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110715090837/http://www.pistonspy.com/car-manufacturer-l-z/lexus-models/lexus-lfa-nurburgring-edition-test-driver-killled |archive-date=15 July 2011 }}</ref> According to police reports, the traffic accident occurred when his LFA Nürburgring Edition test prototype veered into oncoming traffic, colliding head-on<ref>{{cite web |url=http://smh.drive.com.au/motor-news/supercar-test-driver-killed-20100624-z0e6.html |title=Lexus &#124; LFA &#124; test driver killed &#124; Nurburgring |work=The Sydney Morning Herald|date=24 June 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100629181628/http://smh.drive.com.au/motor-news/supercar-test-driver-killed-20100624-z0e6.html |archive-date=29 June 2010 }}</ref> with a [[BMW 3 Series (E90)|BMW 3 series]] near the Nürburgring, at [[Boos, Mayen-Koblenz|Boos]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://maps.google.de/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=de&geocode=&q=boos&sll=50.318997,7.065496&sspn=0.040171,0.098791&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Boos,+Mayen-Koblenz,+Rheinland-Pfalz&ll=50.312311,7.000737&spn=0.010099,0.024698&t=h&z=16 |title=Google Maps |publisher=Google Maps|date=1 January 1970 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref> The BMW was also a test vehicle,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rhein-zeitung.de/regionales_artikel,-BoosNuerburgring-Chef-Testingenieur-stirbt-bei-Unfall-mit-Super-Lexus-_arid,102517.html |title=Chef-Testingenieur stirbt bei Unfall mit Super-Lexus |publisher=Rhein-zeitung.de |date=24 June 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100625063337/http://www.rhein-zeitung.de/regionales_artikel%2C-BoosNuerburgring-Chef-Testingenieur-stirbt-bei-Unfall-mit-Super-Lexus-_arid%2C102517.html |archive-date=25 June 2010 }}</ref> and both occupants were injured, one severely; both were expected to survive.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.nationalledger.com/ledgerdc/article_272632687.shtml|title=Toyota Test Driver Killed (Video) LFA Nurburgring Edition Crash in Germany|work=National Ledger|date=23 June 2010|access-date=24 June 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100626115651/http://www.nationalledger.com/ledgerdc/article_272632687.shtml|archive-date=26 June 2010}}</ref> All three test drivers wore helmets,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rhein-zeitung.de/cms_media/module_img/210/105405_1_popup_Kopie_von_IMG_6786.JPG |title=Photo of a damaged white helmet, on the road behind the Lexus |access-date=9 October 2010 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120908002347/http://www.rhein-zeitung.de/cms_media/module_img/210/105405_1_popup_Kopie_von_IMG_6786.JPG |archive-date=8 September 2012 |url-status=dead }}</ref> but Naruse was reportedly not wearing his seatbelt, and as his LFA test vehicle was a pre-production prototype, its safety features, including [[airbag]]s, were not functional at the time.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/Drives/Search-Results/First-drives/Lexus-LFA-Nurburgring-2012-CAR-review/|title=Lexus LF-A Nürburgring (2012) CAR review |first=Ben |last=Barry |work=CAR Magazine site |date=13 February 2012 |access-date=4 October 2014}}</ref>

=={{anchor|Crystallised Wind}} Sculpture models==
[[File:Milan Design Week Lexus LFA I.jpg|thumb|left|Lexus LF-A Salone Milano 2005 concept model at the Teatro dell'Arte in Milan]]

In April 2005, Lexus presented a sculptural model of the original LF-A concept at that year's [[Salone del Mobile|Milan Design Week]] exhibition in [[Milan, Italy]]. Part of the marque's introductory display of its [[Lexus#L-finesse|L-finesse]] design theme, the full-size LF-A model was presented next to a production [[Lexus GS]] model, in a design space produced by painter [[Hiroshi Senju]], designer [[Junya Ishigami]], and architect Kazuyo Sejima.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.designboom.com/snapshots/milano05/lexus.html|title=milan design week 2005: lexus|publisher=Designboom.com|access-date=9 September 2009|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090219003759/http://designboom.com/snapshots/milano05/lexus.html|archive-date=19 February 2009}}</ref> The sculpted LF-A model followed the first introduction of the LF-A concept at the North American International Auto Show in January of that year. In contrast with the production GS sedan it shared the display space with, the LF-A model did not have interior access.

[[File:Lexus LFA 000.JPG|thumb|Lexus LFA Crystallised Wind at the 2009 [[Tokyo Motor Show]].|alt=]]

In April 2009, Lexus presented an acrylic glass sculpture LFA model, called 'Crystallised Wind', at that year's Milan Design Week exhibition at the Museo Della Permanente art gallery in Milan. Commissioned in partnership with architect Sou Fujimoto, the full-sized LFA crystal sculpture had a transparent appearance, allowing viewers to see the engine, chassis, interior, and other internal components.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2009/04/09/lexus-l-finesse-styling-makes-its-gallery-debut-in-milan/|title=Lexus L-Finesse styling makes its gallery debut in Milan |publisher=Autoblog|access-date=9 September 2009}}</ref> Although closely resembling the 2007 coupe concept, design elements on the LFA Crystallised Wind model differed from previous iterations of the coupe, with five-spoke wheels, different headlamp shapes, and other separate details. The vehicle was presented along with a collection of accessories, gadgets, and styling products all produced from the same acrylic materials used in the Crystallised Wind model.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.blogdolcevita.com/post/1474/lexus-l-finesse-crystallised-wind-on-display-at-salone-del-mobile-in-milan|title=Lexus L-finesse - crystallised wind on display at Salone del Mobile in Milan|publisher=Dolce Vita|access-date=9 September 2009|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091206034921/http://www.blogdolcevita.com/post/1474/lexus-l-finesse-crystallised-wind-on-display-at-salone-del-mobile-in-milan|archive-date=6 December 2009}}</ref>

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==Awards==
In October 2009, the debut of the Lexus LFA was named among ''Road & Track''{{'}}s Best of the 2009 [[Tokyo Auto Show]].<ref>{{cite web |author=Hide Comments |url=http://www.roadandtrack.com/auto-shows/tokyo/2011_lexus_lfa# |title=2011 Lexus LFA - 2009 Tokyo Auto Show |work=Road & Track |date=28 October 2009 |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100201153050/http://www.roadandtrack.com/auto-shows/tokyo/2011_lexus_lfa |archive-date=1 February 2010 }}</ref> For his role in leading its development project, ''[[Top Gear (magazine)|Top Gear]]'' awarded Lexus LFA chief engineer Haruhiko Tanahashi as one of its [[Top Gear (magazine)#Men of the Year|Men of the Year]] for 2009.<ref>''Top Gear'' (magazine), late [December] 2009 issue, "Men of the Year" feature</ref> In April 2010, the LFA topped the ''Stiff Magazine'' list of the Top 5 V10 Road Cars.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.stiffmagazine.co.uk/2010/04/top-five-v10-road-cars/ |title=Top 5 // V10 Road cars |publisher=STIFF magazine |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100621044740/http://www.stiffmagazine.co.uk/2010/04/top-five-v10-road-cars/ |archive-date=21 June 2010 }}</ref> In its 2010 test of the LFA, ''Car'' gave the vehicle the magazine's maximum rating of five stars.<ref>{{cite news |last=Kacher |first=Georg |title=Lexus LFA vs Mercedes SLS twin test |work=Car |issue=575 |date=June 2010}}</ref> The LFA was also named to the ''Top Gear'' 100 Sexiest Supercars of All Time list in 2010.<ref>100 Sexiest Supercars of All Time - The Ultimate List of Automotive Jaw-Droppers, ''Top Gear'' (magazine), July 2010</ref> ''[[Top Gear (magazine)|Top Gear]]'' magazine in its September 2010 edition picked "5 greatest supercars of the year" and the LFA was honored as one of the greatest sports cars of the year. All 5 cars were featured in the magazine in a side-by-side comparison and LFA was picked as the "Stig's most favorite supercar".<ref name="TopGear.com">{{cite web |url=http://www.topgear.com/uk/photos/top-gear-magazine-september-2010 |title=Top Gear magazine: September issue |work=Top Gear |date=30 May 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010 }}{{Dead link|date=September 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref><ref name="TopGear.com 357709">{{cite web|url=http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357709|title=Top Gear magazine: September issue|date=30 October 2010|work=Top Gear|access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref>

[[File:LEXUS LFA Surge Tank - The Car As Performer (LEXUS x YAMAHA).jpg|thumb|The LFA's [[Surge tank#Automotive surge tanks|surge tank]] was acoustically engineered by [[Yamaha Motor Company|Yamaha]].<ref name=launch/>]]

''Evo UK'' in its January 2011 edition held a "best engine of the year" selection. Lexus LFA's 4.8 litre V10 was selected as the "best engine of the year". Some of the comments regarding the Lexus LFA's V10 were "A mix of road and racing engines: Lexus LFA's utterly intoxicating 4.8 liter V10.", "There is the noise it makes, for a start, a dense shriek like a V10 F1 car's", "Then there's the wall of torque from 5,000 rpm to 9,000 rpm and a strong thrust even before that", "Lighter than an average V6 and it even meets the Euro 5 emission standards", "It is hard to imagine that such an engine's career will be over when all the LFAs are built, given the love that has gone into it. We certainly hope not".<ref name="evo.co.uk engine of the year">{{cite web|url=http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/showthread.php?t=367573
|title=EVO UK magazine: engine of the year January issue |publisher=evo.co.uk |date=28 December 2010 |access-date=28 December 2010}}</ref>

''Car Graphic'' magazine compiled a 'Best Cars of the Year 2011' in December 2011. It was based on all the cars that were tested during the year in their own respective months. The Lexus LFA won the 'Best Cars of the Year 2011' award. Lexus LFA was tested during the summer months in very wet conditions, but the track test even in the wet as well as daily city road driving warranted enough positive impressions for the magazine to award Lexus LFA the win. The Lexus LFA test numbers also reflect the implications of testing in the wet conditions.<ref name="Car graphic best car of the year 2011">{{cite web|url=http://www.clublexus.com/forums/lfa-model/615857-cargraphic-lexus-lfa-beats-porsche-911-gt3-rs-4-0-to-win-car-of-the-year.html|title=Lexus LFA beats Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 to win car of the year |publisher=Cargraphic |date=30 December 2011 |access-date=1 April 2012}}</ref> In February 2012, Singapore Car Mart awarded [[Lexus]] with "Best Car of the Year 2011" award for their LFA sports car.<ref name="Singapore car mart best car of the year 2011">{{cite web|url=http://www.clublexus.com/forums/lfa-model/627108-singapore-car-mart-lexus-lfa-best-car-of-the-year-2011-a.html|title=Car mart car of the year 2011  |publisher=Car mart |date=1 February 2012 |access-date=1 February 2012 }}</ref>

The LF-A Roadster concept received an [[iF product design award]] from the [[International Forum Design]] organization in 2008,<ref>iF product design award yearbook 2005, iF International Forum Design 2005</ref> and the first LF-A concept was a recipient of an IDEA award from the [[Industrial Designers Society of America]] in the Design Explorations category of 2005's [[International Design Excellence Awards]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://images.businessweek.com/ss/05/06/idea2005/source/85.htm |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20050626014624/http://images.businessweek.com/ss/05/06/idea2005/source/85.htm |url-status=dead |archive-date=26 June 2005 |title=IDEA Awards 2005 - Lexus LF-A Concept Car |work=Bloomberg BusinessWeek |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.idsa.org/idea/idea2005/explore.htm |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100411025351/http://www.idsa.org/idea/idea2005/explore.htm |archive-date=11 April 2010 |title=IDEA awards Design Explorations |publisher=Industrial Designers Society of America |year=2005 |access-date=10 January 2016}}</ref> The LFA was also a finalist in the 2009 Car Design of the Year<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.cardesignnews.com/site/home/rss_display/item187791/ |title=Car Design of the Year 2009 Winners |publisher=Cardesignnews.com |access-date=9 October 2010 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120721223123/http://www.cardesignnews.com/site/home/rss_display/item187791/ |archive-date=21 July 2012 }}</ref> and the Festival Automobile International's "most beautiful supercar of the year" awards.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoevolution.com/news/aston-martin-rapide-is-the-most-beautiful-supercar-of-2009-16412.html |title=Most Beautiful Supercar of 2009 awards |publisher=Autoevolution.com |date=18 May 2010 |access-date=9 October 2010}}</ref>

==Sales==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Calendar year
!Canada
!US
|-
|2011
|0
|62
|-
|2012
|4
|52
|-
|2013
|1
|23
|-
|2014
|1
|17
|-
|2015
|0
|9
|-
|2016
|0
|6
|-
|2017
|0
|3
|-
|2018
|0
|2
|-
|2019
|0
|3
|-
|2020
|0
|3
|-
! colspan="3" |Sources:<ref>{{Cite web|last=Sales|first=Timothy Cain·Lexus|title=Lexus LFA Sales Figures|url=https://www.goodcarbadcar.net/lexus-lfa-sales-figures/|access-date=2021-07-07|website=GCBC|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Model|date=2015-11-07|title=Lexus LFA US car sales figures|url=https://carsalesbase.com/us-lexus-lfa/|access-date=2021-07-07|website=carsalesbase.com|language=en-US}}</ref>
|}
As of September 2020, 38 LFAs have been sold in Europe.<ref>{{Cite web|title=LEXUS RECORDS ONE MILLION SALES IN EUROPE|url=https://newsroom.lexus.eu/lexus-records-one-million-sales-in-europe/|access-date=2021-07-07|website=Newsroom Lexus Europe|language=en}}</ref>

{{As of|2020|}}, Lexus still had four unsold LFAs after selling three LFAs in 2019.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-01-05 |title=4 Lexus LFA Supercars Are Still For Sale in America |url=https://carbuzz.com/news/4-lexus-lfa-supercars-are-still-for-sale-in-america |access-date=2020-07-15 |website=CarBuzz |language=en-us}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Lexus |title=Lexus Sold Three New LFAs In 2019 |url=https://www.motor1.com/news/391067/lexus-lfa-2019-sales-number/ |access-date=2020-07-15 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}</ref> However, two were sold in March 2020 and another in September 2020.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Model |date=2015-11-07 |title=Lexus LFA US car sales figures |url=https://carsalesbase.com/us-lexus-lfa/ |access-date=2020-07-15 |website=carsalesbase.com |language=en-US}}</ref> 

In June 2023, an Australian Toyota dealer purchased the final LFA, its own display car, more than a decade after production ended.<ref>{{Cite web |date=5 September 2023 |title=NATAUG23 |url=https://newspressaustralia.com/assets/media/OriginalVariantsStg/c7dcefbe-671f-b1dc-5de3-5d88676990c0#page=29 |access-date=22 November 2023 |website=Newspress Australia |publisher=Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries |format=XLSX}}</ref> The "sale" circumvented new Australian vehicle standards that would have otherwise made the LFA unregistrable after July 2023. As of 2023, the vehicle remains unused and undelivered.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-07-06 |title=VFACTS June 2023: Last V10-powered Lexus LFA supercar sold in Australia |url=https://www.drive.com.au/news/vfacts-june-2023-last-v10-powered-lexus-lfa-supercar-sold-in-australia/ |access-date=2023-11-22 |website=Drive |language=en-AU}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Toyota Dealer Owner Had To Buy Never-Sold Lexus LFA, Here's Why |url=https://www.motor1.com/news/675455/lexus-lfa-sold-as-new/ |access-date=2023-11-22 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}</ref>

==References==

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===Further reading===
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* {{cite book |last1=Tanahashi |first1=Haruhiko |author1-link=Haruhiko Tanahashi |title=LFA: The Roar of an Angel |date=2024 |publisher=Nana Agency |location=Tokyo |isbn=<!----> |url=https://theroarofanangel.com/}}
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==External links==
{{Commons category multi|Lexus LFA|Lexus LF-A}}
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20130430020918/http://www.lexus-int.com/models/LFA/ Lexus LFA international site]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20101008051404/http://www.pistonspy.com/v/2010/Spyshots/21-09-2010-lexus-lfa-nurburgring-edition Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package Spyshots]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20100212122146/http://www.mojoflyer.info/2010/01/30/lexus-lfa/ Lexus LFA 2010 Test Drive Video & Pictures]
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