The Lexus LF-LC Blue Concept has been introduced at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. The car features a sculpted aluminum and carbon-fiber body and a hybrid-drive system that outputs 498 horsepower. The Lexus LF-LC Blue Concept also features two 12.3-inch LCD touchscreen displays that control vehicle functions. No word on pricing or availability so far. [DigitalTrends]
The all new 2013 Lexus RX has just been priced in the US. This crossover will be sold for $39,310 for the FWD model, $40,710 for the AWD model and $47,000 for the top of the range F Sport model, respectively. [Autoevolution]
The 2013 Lexus GS 350 is powered by a 3.5 liter V6 engine with a 6-speed sequential-shift transmission, allowing the car to accelerate from 0-60 mph in only 5.7 seconds. The 2013 Lexus GS 350 has a top speed of 142 mph. The Lexus GS 350 also features a 12.3-inch high resolution central control display, an automatic climate control, a rear back-up camera, and an ambient LED lighting. The 2013 Lexus GS 350 will be released in early 2012. [Lexus]
Here is a video that shows the Lexus LS TMG Edition at Nurburgring. The Lexus LS TMG Edition is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine that produces a 478kW of power and 710Nm of torque. This sports car accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in only 4.2 seconds with a top speed of 320km/h. Watch the video after the jump. More»
Nissan has introduced their latest hybrid car, the 2012 Lexus LS 600h L. Coming in a Nebula Gray Pearl paint finish, this luxury sedan is equipped with a 5.0-liter V8 petrol engine and two electric motors, with one motor being used as an engine starter, while the other offering propulsion. Performance-wise, the engine is able to produce 438 hp and 385 lb-ft of torque, allowing the car to reach 0 to 62 mph in just 5.5 seconds. The picture above is the 2011 model. [Autoevolution]
Lexus Australia CEO, Tony Cramb has confirmed that the 2012 Lexus GS 350 will go on sale in Australia in the first half of next year (around May/June 2012). According to him, the GS 350 will be powered by a 3.5-liter all-alloy V6 engine (w/ a six-speed sequential automatic transmission with paddle shifters), producing 233kW of power and 376Nm of torque. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing yet. [Car Advice]
