Rumor: Lexus LFA Plug-in Hybrid in the works
By Andrew, 13 Sep, 2010. 0 Comments
2011 Lexus LFA
Although Lexus announced that it will build the LFA supercar in a limited edition, it appears that the Japanese manufacturer is currently working on a LFA Plug-in Hybrid. Apparently, Toyota doesn’t want the be the last manufacturer to build an electric sports car, after Porsche announced its intentions to build the 918 Spyder and Audi green lighted the e-Tron Concept.
Unfortunately, there are no official details. Regarding the production version of the LFA carries naturally aspirated 4,805cc capacity V10 engine capable to deliver 560 hp and 480 Nm of torque at 6,800 rpm.
This means the car hits 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.7 seconds while the maximum speed achieved is 325 km/h (202 mph). With a total weight of 1,480kg, the LFA has a power to weight ratio of 373bhp per tonne.
The specific output of 115bhp per litre is among the highest of any current supercar. The engine is mated to a six-speed Automated Sequential Gearbox (ASG) that drives the rear wheels via a limited slip differential. Price of the car €368,000. [via Inside Line]
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