Lexus LFA unveiled at Tokyo Motor Show

29 October 2009

The new Lexus LFA has been unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show.

Used Lexus fans may admire a new supercar from the manufacturer.

The Lexus LFA was recently unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show after several years in production.

Made from carbon fibre-reinforced plastic, the chassis construction and body panels were originally going to be built from aluminium before the engineers reconsidered.

It can achieve a 552 bhp with its 4.8-litre V10 engine, which takes it from zero to 62 mph in 3.7 seconds.

Furthermore, it can reach a top speed of 202 mph.

According to reports, the car is "packed" with technology, including a bespoke engine and 9,000 rpm redline.

Harukiko Tanahashi, chief engineer on the project told the Telegraph: "The sound is what I am most proud of.

"It is not the roar of a beast nor the whisper of an angel, but the roar of an angel."

Only 500 examples of the model will go on sale, with 17 arriving in the UK. At £343,000, motorists may wish to stick to much cheaper used Lexus vehicles.

Motorists may be more interested in purchasing a Lexus HS250h, which was unveiled at the Detroit show earlier this year and described by the firm as a luxury hybrid.

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