People remember the LFA for its iconic sound but forget that it was a track BEAST. When it came out, it was the fastest production car EVER on the Nurburgring until the 918 hypercar was released. When they try to, they're one of the best brands for performance, so expect a crazy lap time It's unfortunate that people care so much about brand name. This car will likely considerably outperform more expensive cars while being nicer but more reliable, but people would rather pay double MSRP for a GT3RS or something like that
@@willstw people do realize it they just don’t care. Even for the LC500 every major car media outlet had it as car of the year, even as recent as 2023 but people would still rather pay double for inferior cars 😭
They should integrate a no glasses 3d display for the speedo. Gives the flexibility of a screen while giving the appearance of a physical speedo. It would have to executed well enough where you wouldn’t notice but I think it’s possible today.
I think Lexus could spank the GTD and 911 GT3 in lap times, but it's sure going to lack that legendary sound with a twin-turbo V8 hybrid. I think they have a chance of really knocking it out of the park in sales with the new MR2 if they do it right, one driver-focused, lightweight, RWD, stick, compact engine, low cost, and one performance-focused.
don’t underestimate Lexus/Toyota when it comes to innovation. I’m sure they wouldn’t do it if it didn’t meet their standard. the exhaust I’m sure is gonna sound amazing
@@mikivli Ya, but I can't think of any other car so renowned for its legendary sound, not even the Ferraris V12s. Hell, I've played back videos of the thing cranked up to the max, it's basically ear prn. @TopGear better get the LFA in the sound tunnel in the future. Let's hope they get Yamaha to tune the sound and maybe lighten that flywheel.
@@XxApo70xX GT2 and GT3 are different classes. I don't think their GT2 which doesn't have the cornering downforce for these races would compete with these. There's a good article on the differences; "GT2 Vs. GT3: What’s The Difference Between The Two Race-Bred Porsche 911s?"
Definitely will have to save some monies for this. Also after all you said about the RCF GT3 it still won the IMSA Championship last year against the more “advanced” cars despite its short comings.
The ones in videos are two different versions. One in tracks with that THICC wing is a FIA GT3 race car. While one with the slim wing testing in roads is the actual road car.
Yep, I can’t remember the story 100% but the car was released late so by the time it was released some of its tech and stats were already outdated compared to the competitors but that doesn’t mean the price wasn’t always kind of too high.
@T5_T-Rell, the concept was released 5 years before production. And in the meantime, nissan released the r35 gtr, which made the lfa somewhat obsolete
I love the direction Lexus is going. Yes I love V10s and their sound more than v8s but I love how Lexus has been been growing, innovating and essentially “perfecting their version of a V8 just like how BMW is known for inline 6s and Honda for inline 4s. I feel like v8s are starting to represent Lexus and it all started with the legendary 1UZ-FE
It's going to be a GT3 racecar, so the twin-turbo V8 isn't surprising as some form of twin-turbo V8 or V6 seems to be the go to engine layout for GT3 racing.
The more rearward driving position will also make it a lot more exciting to drive because it puts the driver behind the pivot point of the vehicle, so you'll feel more of the G-forces from cornering hard. If you aren't going to make the absolute fastest car out there, then you need to make it stand out in another way. And making it exceedingly fun to drive is always a great place to start.
anybody else see a striking resemblance to the Mercedes AMG GT3? it even sounds similar. this is a really cool development tho, for sure. and based on what you said about their current GT3 car it sounds like it's a very *smart* move for them to develop a new race car. i would assume that along with their efforts in Europe and North America they would also run it in SuperGT (the rough Japanese equivalent to DTM from before they switched to GT3 regulations).
I think this will be a halo car in Lexus lineup just like what LFA were, and it will be limited to a very small number that means it’s still hard to get one EVEN if you have the money…
hopefully Toyota at some point in the not too distant future will have there own version of the LFR if they did it would probably the production version of the GR GT3 concept i think it would make 100% sense to me if that did that and it probably will have a different name since Lexus's version will be called the LFR
If the engine he showed on screen is really whats going in that thing. That's hydrogen powered. A Yamaha Hydrogen powered ICE engine would be fun to see, but I doubt it'd sell anywhere outside of Cali. The engine was commissioned by Toyota as a v8 powered hydrogen engine a couple of years ago. I'm really excited to see what we get.
If they are smart they will use lightweght materials and be able to mass produce the puppies and come in a good 10 to 20% less cost at retail than anything else on the market thats comparable. Then everyone will want one and own one.
things might have changed now that there's something called the LFA. As the world now knows that Lexus is capable of, and the LFA being the unobtainable car that it is, things might swing heavily towards the LFR if they play it right.
>Twin turbo crossplane V8 plus hybrid Aight, I'mma head out. The new rule after the Tourbillion is that performance hybrids are only allowed to be N/A. And the LFA with only 8 cylinders is a travesty (at least if it isn't a true flat plane with a blended exhaust sorta like a Kline exhaust 458). Drop a Z06 or ZR1 engine (single turbo and equal length, stepped exhaust) in there and I might change my mind. Heavy 20-inch wheels and oversized diameter tires need to piss off, too.
@@tiell_1 The fact that this car lost all of the soul that made us love the LFA. It'll just be another overpowered, overhyped, overweight beast similar to shit like the supercharged mopars.
People remember the LFA for its iconic sound but forget that it was a track BEAST. When it came out, it was the fastest production car EVER on the Nurburgring until the 918 hypercar was released. When they try to, they're one of the best brands for performance, so expect a crazy lap time
It's unfortunate that people care so much about brand name. This car will likely considerably outperform more expensive cars while being nicer but more reliable, but people would rather pay double MSRP for a GT3RS or something like that
Lexus F cars life circle:
Release->No one buys it->Discontinue->Everyone realize it’s beast->Ridiculous expensive in second hand market
@@willstw this time will be different i can feel it
Unless it make more than 900hp, people will still buy Porsche.
@ which I will never understand
@@willstw people do realize it they just don’t care. Even for the LC500 every major car media outlet had it as car of the year, even as recent as 2023 but people would still rather pay double for inferior cars 😭
please LEXUS give us a no screen option! it will add to its timeless appeal in this industry full of cheap screens in the interior
They should integrate a no glasses 3d display for the speedo. Gives the flexibility of a screen while giving the appearance of a physical speedo. It would have to executed well enough where you wouldn’t notice but I think it’s possible today.
screens are lighter
I think Lexus could spank the GTD and 911 GT3 in lap times, but it's sure going to lack that legendary sound with a twin-turbo V8 hybrid. I think they have a chance of really knocking it out of the park in sales with the new MR2 if they do it right, one driver-focused, lightweight, RWD, stick, compact engine, low cost, and one performance-focused.
don’t underestimate Lexus/Toyota when it comes to innovation. I’m sure they wouldn’t do it if it didn’t meet their standard. the exhaust I’m sure is gonna sound amazing
@@mikivli Ya, but I can't think of any other car so renowned for its legendary sound, not even the Ferraris V12s. Hell, I've played back videos of the thing cranked up to the max, it's basically ear prn. @TopGear better get the LFA in the sound tunnel in the future. Let's hope they get Yamaha to tune the sound and maybe lighten that flywheel.
The GTD is the new kid in the block going against giants. I welcome them but they better work hard to win.
Why do people keep compating those with a Gt3 instead of waiting for the new Gt2rs because thats the real competitor there
@@XxApo70xX GT2 and GT3 are different classes. I don't think their GT2 which doesn't have the cornering downforce for these races would compete with these. There's a good article on the differences; "GT2 Vs. GT3: What’s The Difference Between The Two Race-Bred Porsche 911s?"
I already set aside money to purchase mine! Fingers crossed
Definitely will have to save some monies for this. Also after all you said about the RCF GT3 it still won the IMSA Championship last year against the more “advanced” cars despite its short comings.
The ones in videos are two different versions. One in tracks with that THICC wing is a FIA GT3 race car. While one with the slim wing testing in roads is the actual road car.
This LFR better get closer to C8 ZR1 spect if anything
The LFA was about three times as expensive as comparable vehicles.
It was $375k and most of its competition was $300k, although not nearly as exclusive or made out of carbon
Well now it's more than a million $ so you could call that a bargain 😂
Yep, I can’t remember the story 100% but the car was released late so by the time it was released some of its tech and stats were already outdated compared to the competitors but that doesn’t mean the price wasn’t always kind of too high.
@T5_T-Rell, the concept was released 5 years before production. And in the meantime, nissan released the r35 gtr, which made the lfa somewhat obsolete
I love the direction Lexus is going. Yes I love V10s and their sound more than v8s but I love how Lexus has been been growing, innovating and essentially “perfecting their version of a V8 just like how BMW is known for inline 6s and Honda for inline 4s. I feel like v8s are starting to represent Lexus and it all started with the legendary 1UZ-FE
if they brought back an analog watch face style gauge like on the first IS300 that would be awesome
This WILL be sick
It's going to be a GT3 racecar, so the twin-turbo V8 isn't surprising as some form of twin-turbo V8 or V6 seems to be the go to engine layout for GT3 racing.
The more rearward driving position will also make it a lot more exciting to drive because it puts the driver behind the pivot point of the vehicle, so you'll feel more of the G-forces from cornering hard. If you aren't going to make the absolute fastest car out there, then you need to make it stand out in another way. And making it exceedingly fun to drive is always a great place to start.
Wish they might make a LFR V10 as another trim, hopefully the new mclaren is in the 1000hp territory btw
Toyota and lexus are BRINGING THE HAMMER
Glad to see that you’re still on UA-cam. Your profile pic and name is at this point synonymous with Toyota/lexus UA-cam videos
Acura nsx lfa ❌
Acura viper lfs ✅
GO LEXUS 💪🏾💪🏾
At 4:30 : did it pass the Ford GTD?
Yes it was the race version Mustang GT3 that races in wec and imsa
Toyota can keep this car for themselves if take another 10 years to develop it.
If the viper had a baby with the MEfourtwelve lol
anybody else see a striking resemblance to the Mercedes AMG GT3? it even sounds similar.
this is a really cool development tho, for sure. and based on what you said about their current GT3 car it sounds like it's a very *smart* move for them to develop a new race car. i would assume that along with their efforts in Europe and North America they would also run it in SuperGT (the rough Japanese equivalent to DTM from before they switched to GT3 regulations).
I think this will be a halo car in Lexus lineup just like what LFA were, and it will be limited to a very small number that means it’s still hard to get one EVEN if you have the money…
nothing beats the original LFA imo
Yessssssssssssssssss🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
hopefully Toyota at some point in the not too distant future will have there own version of the LFR if they did it would probably the production version of the GR GT3 concept i think it would make 100% sense to me if that did that and it probably will have a different name since Lexus's version will be called the LFR
If the engine he showed on screen is really whats going in that thing. That's hydrogen powered. A Yamaha Hydrogen powered ICE engine would be fun to see, but I doubt it'd sell anywhere outside of Cali. The engine was commissioned by Toyota as a v8 powered hydrogen engine a couple of years ago. I'm really excited to see what we get.
There are 2 cars, one is the street going Lexus, the other the GR GT3 racecar, the big wing one wont go on the street
Please let it be true !!! LEXUS please do it we need this.
This new Lexus kind of looks like the belltoys BTO1
Reminds me of the good ol’ 2000 GT they released decades ago more than its own predecessor. So I call it a 2024 GT LMAO
V8? after all that made the LFA great a V8? guess we have to see whats coming, but i am gonna miss 2 cylinders...
what happened to TRD?
1:26 it’s a P1 successor not 720s
W1*
@@shigvri ik what it’s called, I was saying it’s a successor to the P1 not the 720s
It have V8 and twin turbo + hybrid better make C8 Zr1 power.
Saying a V8 is a successor for a V10 is like saying a Big Mac is a successor for a steak
They better put a dct in there. thats what limited the lfa of past
LFA ❣
I will never forgive these manufacturers who are dropping the V10 engine for a hybrid V8.
Shoot, hybrid ain't that bad
Ah yes. A Japanese Viper. Me likes!!!
That is not NACA duct on the hood
So a more reliable, meaner and more powerful japanese Viper? I'm game.
ok so another 500K+ car... what about something useful for the regular guy? Something to replace IS? RC? LC?
Those will come after the flagship halo car, which this will be, the flagship halo sports car will set the 'tone' for other lexus models...
Stay away from hybrid power trains. People want something that feels pure instead
This car will be expensive not much people can afford it
Things I can't afford
might get r8 instead
No one is going to pay 150k plus for a toyota
then don't, let real rich people pay for it.
you might have to look at LFA prices then cuz they say otherwhise.
*YOU won't pay 150k for a Lexus. Bitch if I had the money hell yeah I'm getting a Lexus for the track
Well I hope they don't screw it up like they did the new Supra.
If they are smart they will use lightweght materials and be able to mass produce the puppies and come in a good 10 to 20% less cost at retail than anything else on the market thats comparable. Then everyone will want one and own one.
hoping it doesn't cost 400k like the LFA. No one is gonna pay that for a Lexus.
things might have changed now that there's something called the LFA.
As the world now knows that Lexus is capable of, and the LFA being the unobtainable car that it is, things might swing heavily towards the LFR if they play it right.
LoL and then pay 1.5 million for later ...😂
It will cost more than 400k
“No ons is gonna pay that for a lexus”
That shit gotta be bait😂😂 bro the LFA goes for like over a mil
Writing this comment while LFA’s are literally changing hands for 7 figures is hilarious.
I’m sending my wife to ask*
Lexus: Hey can I copy your homework?
Aston Martin: Sure! *Shows Aston Martin Vulcan*
Lexus:
>Twin turbo crossplane V8 plus hybrid
Aight, I'mma head out. The new rule after the Tourbillion is that performance hybrids are only allowed to be N/A. And the LFA with only 8 cylinders is a travesty (at least if it isn't a true flat plane with a blended exhaust sorta like a Kline exhaust 458). Drop a Z06 or ZR1 engine (single turbo and equal length, stepped exhaust) in there and I might change my mind. Heavy 20-inch wheels and oversized diameter tires need to piss off, too.
Wtf you yapping about
@@tiell_1 The fact that this car lost all of the soul that made us love the LFA. It'll just be another overpowered, overhyped, overweight beast similar to shit like the supercharged mopars.
This what happens when a Musk fanboy makes videos.
When was the Viper ever great?
The Dodge Viper was the first V10 powered sports car. The Dodge Viper ACR held the Nurburgring production car world record lap time for 2 years.
Do YOU drive a Viper? Do YOU KNOW what a viper is?
800 horsepower is just too much. So is the twin turbo V8. It's completely unnecessary. Not to mention the design looks horrible in the front end.
LFA also looks bad in pictures
No such thing as to much horsepower. Not possible.
@matthewdurkee5673 there is ALWAYS such a thing as too much power.
@alg003 nope no such thing.
Ahh i get it, you are ironic at that moment :D