Lexus LS 600h

 

 

•  Lexus LS 600h, 2013

With its dynamic handling, bold new design and superior craftsmanship, the 2013 LS flagship models hail the future of the Lexus brand as it embarks on its third decade in the premium luxury category. While retaining many of the qualities that have defined Lexus for more than 20 years, the LS reaches new heights with an exciting blend of beautiful design, modern inement and advanced technology.

The Lexus LS line-up includes the LS 460, LS 460L, LS 600hL hybrid, and the first-ever LS 460 F Sport. LS 460 and LS 460L are available in RWD and AWD. The LS Hybrid is available with a full-time AWD system.

The all-new Lexus LS 460 F Sport combines a more aggressive exterior with a unique sport interior featuring F Sport seats with larger bolsters, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters and genuine aluminum trim. With a sport tuned air suspension that has been lowered 0.4 inches, a Torsen® limited slip rear differential (RWD model), Brembo six-piston caliper brakes, and 19" forged wheels with summer or all-season tires, the LS F Sport promises to be the most engaging LS ever.

The entire 2013 Lexus LS lineup is ined with dynamic, fresh styling that lects the bold new face of Lexus. The aggressive spindle grille gives the new LS a greater road presence and stronger brand identity while heralding a significant improvement in driving dynamics, responsiveness and handling.

Increased body rigidity enhances stability, and allows for a more comfortable ride. Pitch and bounce control has been enhanced by adopting new frequency dependent shock absorbers, resulting in an even flatter, road-hugging ride. Revised steering offers improvements in accuracy and turn-in response. The braking system has been adjusted for more immediate power and greater pedal feel.

Available safety enhancements include the industrys most advanced Pre-Collision Safety (A-PCS) system with Collision Avoidance Assist. This system is designed to assist the driver in avoiding or mitigating collisions with vehicles and pedestrians under a wide range of city and highway speeds. At speeds lower than 24 miles per hour, this technology helps the Lexus LS to avoid accidents by automatically bringing the LS to a full stop.

The driver-focused interior integrates modern inement with intuitive technology. The Advanced Illumination System (AIS), an all-LED interior lighting system, illuminates to greet the approaching occupants and then fades in sequence with the vehicle starting procedure.

The new, available Lexus Climate Concierge offers maximum comfort for every LS occupant. The customizable system uses multiple sensors to automatically regulate not only the temperature of the cabin, but also the climate control seats and the heated steering wheel, quickly bringing each occupant to their perred temperature.

The standard navigation system is displayed on a 12.3-inch, split-screen, high-resolution multi-media display which is large enough to support simultaneous viewing of a large map display and other vehicle functions.

A next-generation Remote Touch, with one-push confirmation, is standard on all models and enables smooth, intuitive control of many vehicle systems. The Remote Touch allows the user to operate the climate, audio, phone controls, navigation system and more. The screen menus are selected with a controller conveniently located within easy reach on the center console. A number of well-placed buttons on the steering wheel and instrument panel enable the direct control of frequently used functions (e.g. temperature setting, fan speed, preset audio stations, etc.)

The Lexus Enform with App Suite leverages the customers mobile phone technology to provide a new level of connectivity and information management. Users can conduct local searches through Bing™, utilize voice-enabled apps to make restaurant reservations through OpenTable®, get movie tickets via MovieTickets.com, tap into internet radio, including Pandora® or iHeartRadio, search business reviews on Yelp and check in on Facebook places. A one-year trial subscription is included for the App Suite.

Chassis/Body/Suspension/Brakes/Tires

• Numerous stabilizing fins help the Lexus LS to be one of the most aerodynamically efficient cars in its segment with a coefficient drag of 0.26.
• Laser screw welding, body adhesives and other structural reinforcements increase rigidity and enhance stability, steering feel and handling.
• New standard Drive Mode Select allows the driver to choose from 3 distinct drive settings (Eco, Normal and Sport). Vehicles equipped with the available air suspension add Comfort and Sport S+ modes.
• The available Air Suspension with Variable Gear Ratio Steering automatically adjusts the damping force for optimal comfort and performance.
• The available AWD system features a central, permanently engaged, Torsen Limited Slip center Differential (LSD) to further enhance grip, traction and cornering stability.
• Noise-reduction wheels channel resonant noise from the main air chamber to adjacent hollow areas within the wheels via resonator holes, resulting in an incredibly quiet ride.

Safety/Security

• The Advanced Pre-Collision Safety system (APCS) can detect stationary pedestrians and those moving at speeds of up to three miles per hour and stop the vehicle from a speed of 24 miles per hour if a collision with another vehicle is imminent.
• Available Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) constantly monitors the distance to vehicles ahead and is capable of operating at any speed. The system can bring the vehicle to a complete stop, and accelerate away once the road ahead is clear
• An upgraded, optional Lane-Keep Assist system (LKA) helps the driver stay in the intended lane.
• New to LS, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) uses rear millimeter-wave radar to monitor the vehicle rear side blind spots at 10 miles per hour or more. This feature includes Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) which automatically operates when the vehicle is in reverse, alerting drivers to the approach of other vehicles when backing out of a parking place.
• The Available Automatic High Beam system features a camera located in the inner mirror that detects light sources in front of the vehicle — including the headlamps of oncoming vehicles, the tail lamps of a vehicle ahead and street lighting - to automatically switch the high beams on and off accordingly.

Luxury/Comfort/Convenience

• Enhancements have been made to the sound insulation for an even quieter cabin.
• Redesigned front seats minimize pressure peaks and increase support. Both front seats feature an improved standard heating and cooling system with larger heating and cooling areas and reduced heating and cooling times.
• All AWD models including the LS600hL feature a heated steering wheel and Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heating elements which warm the front cabin area quickly after vehicle start-up. Windshield de-icer and headlamp washers are standard on AWD models.
• The LS features a standard Lexus Premium Audio System with a nine channel amplifier, 10 speakers, CD / DVD player changer, DVD audio and video compatibility, MP3 sound enhancement, HD Radio™ with iTunes tagging, and a three-month trial subscription to SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio. Standard entertainment and connectivity advancements include enhanced Bluetooth® capability with automatic phonebook download and streaming audio.
• The optional Mark Levinson Reference Surround System provides a 5.1 home theatre surround with 7.1 architecture , discrete circuitry, 15 channel, ML3-16 Processor Power Amplifier covering a frequency range of 20Hz-20kHz, and 450 watts with less than 0.1% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD).

Luxury Options

• Available Power rear seats with Climate Concierge.
• An available Ottoman Seating Package with Shiatsu Massage and a Rear Seat Entertainment System featuring a Blu-ray DVD player, an SD card slot and a retractable, ceiling mounted, nine-inch full-color VGA screen.

The Exterior Design

• The inverted trapezoidal upper grille and slanted lower grille that were first introduced on the GS sedan have been combined and integrated into a single element on the Lexus LS to create a more prominent spindle shape.
• When equipped with the optional three projector LED headlamp unit, the LS offers all LED exterior lighting, including turn signals an fog lamps
• Lexus LS 460 F Sport features a unique front fascia with an enhanced three-dimensional mesh grille, larger cooling openings, black grille surround, and round fog lamps. A chrome-plated bar running along the bottom edge of the rear bumper accentuates the lowered center of gravity. F Sport exterior badging completes the look.
• LS F Sport offers six exterior colors; Ultra White is exclusive to F Sport.

The Interior Design

•     The dashboard is divided into two distinct zones: an upper Display Zone, with the large, 12.3-inch, LCD multi-display screen, and a lower Operation Zone, which allows access to system controls such as the second generation Remote Touch Interface (RTI).
•     The drivers instrument meter cluster incorporates high-visibility, large diameter Optitron dials; a 5.8-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT) Multi-information screen; and an aluminum analog clock with a GPS-based time correction function.
•     The interior is offered in 5 color schemes: Ivory, Light Gray, Black, Black and Saddle Tan, and a newly available Topaz Brown.
•     Optional wood includes Walnut, Shimamoku Espresso, Matte Brown Birds Eye Maple. The Lexus LS 600h L also offers an eco- friendly Bamboo wood trim.
•     The new, Shimamoku finish is an example of the finest traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Shimamoku, translated as "striped wood," involves the painstaking layering of angle-cut dark and light shaded wood veneers in a unique process which involves 67 manufacturing steps over the course of 38 days.
•     The Lexus LS 460 F Sport features aluminum ornamentation and a unique interior, featuring a black Alcantara headliner.

Lexus CT 200h Even More Comfort Less Consumption

Even more comfort than before the Lexus CT 200h 2013 offers the Model 2013. The five-door, full hybrids in the segment of premium compact car not only impresses with an extremely low fuel consumption of just 3.8 liters per 100 kilometers on average, but also by an extended standard equipment, a further improved suspension and an even better sound insulation.

The Lexus CT 200h 2013 is available from 29,400 euros and thus € 200 more expensive than before. For it are now electrically folding door mirrors and a rain sensor as standard, even the basic version on board. Also, an additional cushion for the center console is now available from the factory. All trim levels also benefit from an improved sound insulation of the engine compartment. In addition, the chassis has been optimized through a revision of spring rates and dampers in terms of ride comfort and stability further.

The “Luxury Line” (from 40,800 euros) and in the dynamically designed “F Sport” version (from 34,550 euros) can be in the new model year, the front passenger seat 4-way electrically adjustable. Further evaluated the makers on the optional multimedia system, which now includes the latest generation of the 8-inch LCD color monitor, the DVD player, the DAB audio function and the “Remote Touch” control system.

For the exterior colors, there is also news: for the Lexus CT 200h 2013 F-Sport is the color “White Fuji Glass Flake” fresh in the program. It is a painting, achieved by the addition of fine glass particles, a special metallic effect.

The Glas-Schiebe-/Hebedach for 950 euros and the LED headlights for 910 euros are in conjunction with the “Comfort Plus” package available. For a surcharge of € 1,600 Lexus CT 200h 2013 also offers a cruise control system, a rearview camera, the heated front seats, a heated windshield wiper tray and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Also included in the package: the “smart key” system for keyless opening and closing of the vehicle.

The hybrid drive is a system output of 100 kW/136 hp is available and accelerates the Lexus CT 200h 2013 as required in 10.3 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h Here, the compact Lexus content depending on equipment in this class with an extremely low average fuel consumption from 3.8 l/100 km, which corresponds to CO2 emissions of 87 g / km. In EV mode, the full hybrid electric drive alone and thus with zero emissions.

Lexus CT 200h 2013 News  

Lexus CT 200h 2013: Even More Comfort - Less Consumption

Lexus ES 300h

 

 

 

 

 

•  Lexus ES 300h, 2013

Lexus unveiled the all-new 2013 ES lineup, including the ES 350 and ES 300h equipped with Lexus Hybrid Drive. Featuring a progressive new design and enhanced handling, the 2013 ES sedan is set to continue as a favorite of luxury car buyers.

ES 350 Now Complemented by ES 300h Hybrid
For the first time, the Lexus ES will be available with Lexus Hybrid Drive. Featuring a 2.5-liter four-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine, the Lexus ES 300h hybrid is expected to earn an EPA fuel economy rating of approximately 40 mpg combined city/highway.

This new, low friction twin cam engine utilizes a sophisticated power management system, 12.5:1 compression ratio, and Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i). The beltless motor is designed to improve fuel economy and durability, and a near zero evaporative fuel system helps reduce emissions.

The Lexus ES 300h hybrid offers the driver four modes: Normal, Sport, Eco and EV. EV mode allows short distance drives, at reduced speed, using only the power from the hybrid battery pack. Normal mode provides a blend of performance and efficiency that is suited to everyday driving, while Eco mode favors fuel economy. Sport mode increases powertrain responsiveness.

The ES 350 is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine with Dual VVT-i. The six-speed automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i) provides enhanced performance, fuel efficiency and smooth shifts. Low friction materials further improve efficiency.

Signature Lexus Design
The new ES features a lower, progressive profile, and clean, continuous styling lines from front to rear. All four corners are pulled tightly inward to the wheel arches, creating distinctive proportions. The wheelbase of the new ES has been lengthened by 1.8 inches, while the overall length of the vehicle has grown by just one inch, resulting in a more spacious interior.

The new ES unmistakably bears the new face of Lexus with its distinctive, spindle grille. The LED daytime running lights and combination rear lamps reflect the "L" design motif. The ES 350s rear bumper sports dual exhaust pipes, while the Lexus ES 300h hybrid features a distinctive rear design with hidden exhaust and an integrated spoiler. New exterior colors for the 2013 ES include Fire Agate Pearl and Silver Lining Metallic.

Interior Designed for Comfort and Spaciousness
The modern interior of the 2013 ES has been designed to provide both a sense of openness and security. Sightlines and visibility are improved, controls are logically placed, and new cabin materials express a high level of craftsmanship.

A newly sculptured seat enhances driver comfort. The steering wheel angle has been reduced from 24 degrees to 22 degrees for a more natural control position. Fluid-filled engine mounts, new sound absorbing materials and a tuned engine intake minimize the intrusion of outside noise.

Greater rear seat legroom and knee room are the hallmark of the redesigned, more spacious cabin. Knee room is increased by 2.8 inches and legroom is increased by 4.1 inches. The new design also offers additional foot room below the front seats.

Available comfort and convenience features include manual door window shades, a power rear shade, and a one-touch power trunk closer. Optional ambient lighting, discretely placed under the wood trim, softly illuminates the surfaces of the instrument panel and all four doors.

The new ES will feature enhanced NuLuxe seating surfaces, developed to reduce environmental impact. Genuine leather is also available, as is semi-aniline leather for an even more refined look and feel. Interiors are available in Black, Light Gray, and Parchment. Trim colors and materials include Piano Black, Espresso Birds-eye Maple, and Bamboo.

Crisp, Confident Driving Dynamics
Suspension and steering changes and a stiffer body deliver more precise handling. Opposite-wound coil springs on the front suspension enhance straight-line stability. Revised rear suspension geometry and improved shock absorber damping characteristics enhance ride comfort. A reduction in the steering gear ratio delivers a more responsive and direct steering feel. Increased body rigidity is achieved through lightweight, high tensile strength steel, added bracing and additional spot welds. Despite its larger size, roomier interior and additional luxury appointments, the weight of the new ES is reduced by almost 90 pounds.

The ES will be equipped with standard 215/55R17 low rolling resistance tires on 17-inch alloy wheels, and for the first time, available 18-inch high-gloss alloy wheels.

Driver-Focused Cockpit
Designed with attention to ergonomics and driver focus, the cockpit features separate display and operation zones to help keep the drivers eyes on the road. The instrument panel, with its long, layered look, places the main information display directly in the drivers line of sight. Just below the center display is a self-illuminating LED analog clock. Controls are clustered beneath the information zone, on the steering wheel, and on the center console.

The second-generation Remote Touch Interface (RTI) allows the user to operate the climate, audio, phone controls, optional navigation system and more. The screen menus are selected with a controller conveniently located on the center console. RTI reduces eye and hand movement, helping reduce effort and distraction.

Safety Features
An array of safety features aid the driver. The available Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) helps detect vehicles in side blind spots. The RCTA alerts the driver to rear cross traffic when backing out of a parking spot. Available Lane Departure Alert (LDA) is integrated with automatic high beam dimming technology. The available Pre-Collision System (PCS) uses sub-millimeter wave radar to detect obstructions and prepare the vehicle for a potential collision.

The ES features a segment-leading 10 airbags as standard equipment, including driver and front passenger knee and front air bags, as well as front and rear seat-mounted side and curtain airbags. Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) front seats are designed to limit excessive head movement in certain rear-end collisions helping to decrease the severity of whiplash-type injuries.

Lexus Safety Connect, including Enhanced Roadside Assistance, an Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), Stolen Vehicle Location services, and Automatic Collision Notification to a Safety Connect center is standard on the new ES. A one-year trial subscription for Safety Connect is included.

Lexus Multimedia
The new ES features the next-generation Lexus Enform system. Lexus Enform provides seamless connectivity with Bing search, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Yelp and Facebook Places through compatible smart phones. Apps are updated through over-the-air downloads, so new apps and content can be added as they become available. One-year trial subscriptions to Lexus Enform with Safety Connect and the Application Suite are included.

The standard Lexus Premium Sound System features eight speakers with Automatic Sound Levelizer, CD player, USB/iPod connectivity, Bluetooth and a SiriusXM receiver. The available Display Audio package adds a seven-inch screen, a backup camera, HD Radio with iTunes tagging, Bluetooth audio, phone transfer, and a vehicle information display. The optional HDD Navigation System includes voice command and an integrated backup camera.

An available 15-speaker Mark Levinson audio system features an eight-inch display screen, HD Radio with iTunes tagging, DVD audio/video and a SiriusXM receiver. Exclusive GreenEdge technology from Mark Levinson doubles the output of the amplifier, while reducing energy consumption by fifty percent.

Lexus shows off glut of SEMA hardware 2012

Specifications Modifications Image Review Informations Lexus shows off glut of SEMA hardware 2012
Lexus is headed to SEMA in Las Vegas with an arsenal of custom vehicles. A total of nine Lexus products will be in attendance, tuned by the likes of Five Axis, VIP Auto Salon and JT Grey Racing in addition to a line of factory-customized F-Sport offerings.

Five Axis plans to bring along both the CT 200h that the company unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show this year as well as a new GS F Sport project (seen above). The latter vehicle wears a full widebody conversion as well as custom paint, brake hardware from StopTech and a full AirRunner TC-5 air suspension.

VIP Auto Salon, meanwhile, plans to show off a special IS 350C with custom carbon fiber aero work, a Power Enterprise Rotex supercharger kit for a little bit more speed and a TsayaS upper shock tower brace.

But were most taken with the idea of the Lexus LX 570 by JT Grey Racing. Sadly, there arent yet any pictures of that beast, but Lexus says it has been built to be a full-blown off-road racer with 37-inch BF Goodrich Baja TA tires, 17-inch custom wheels, lots of off road lighting and Sparco race seats inside. Were always fans of airborne luxury SUVs... Read all about each vehicle in the press release after the break.

Lexus LX 570 by JT Grey Racing
Driver Joe Bacal and the JT Grey Racing team shows just how capable, reliable and durable the Lexus LX 570 is. The LX 570 has conquered rugged and extreme desert terrains and with its off-road mastery and powerful 5.7-liter V8, it is sure to be a winning combination.
Highlights:
• 37-inch BF Goodrich Baja TA race tires
• 17-inch F Sport forged off-road wheels
• Custom King Racing shocks
• Off road lighting with 70 watt carbon fiber HID
• Sparco race seats

  IS F by Lexus
As the first production model to wear the brand’s “F” marquee, the Lexus IS F offers a thrilling, fun-to-drive experience. Providing stimulating driving dynamics, the IS F is exclusively powered by a performance-tuned 5.0-liter V8 engine teamed to an eight-speed Sport Direct Shift transmission.
Highlights:
• 19-inch forged aluminum wheels manufactured for Lexus by BBS
• Bi-xenon HID, auto-leveling headlamps
• Distinctive F marquee styling cues
• Dual-polished stainless-steel exhaust diffusers
• Blue accents exclusive to “F” marque
source:lincah.com

Lexus IS F Review

Many new developments IS-F took place at Fuji Speedway and the Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Japan. IS-F is based on the proven rear-wheel Lexus IS, which is equipped with front and rear multilink double wishbone suspension. And IS doing, Lexus engineers demanded much more of the new IS-F. The result is a performance tuned 5.0-liter V8 engine, topped with specially designed heads fed by a two-stage intake, which produces 400 horsepower and more, and more than 350 lb-ft. of torque. All-new IS-F is equipped with engine oil cooler and transmission fluids and high speed performance oil pump bolt-scan high g-force driving.
IS-F engine is coupled with the first eight-speed direct sport shifter. A torque converter lock-up control was developed that allows the shift, immediately evident through the constant lock-up torque converter in second through eighth gear. Drive mode, the IS-F transmission performs great subtlety, and the torque converter allows for great launch ability for fast standing start acceleration that will register zero to 60 times in less than 4.9 seconds.
This unique transmission also features an advanced Manual mode. A pair of paddles located within reach of the finger behind the wheel allows the driver to make ultra-quick gear changes make a change in tenths of seconds. Demotion accompanied by automated throttle blips and incredible engine speed to precisely match the vehicle speed.
Remarkable acceleration obtained by the IS-F requires it equipped with Brembo brakes are designed with a strong specification of the Lexus engineering team. Large, 14.2-inch drilled front discs are gripped by rigid, strong aluminum calipers with six pistons, while the 13.6-inch rear drilled discs feature two-piston. High-friction brake pads are equipped on all four wheels. Brakes are finished with the Lexus name displayed on the calipers, a first for Lexus production vehicle.

IS-F features specially designed 19-inch forged alloy wheels as standard. Wheels built to Lexus specifications by BBS and are surrounded by high-performance sport tires.
The attention to performance also extends to a modified suspension that lowers the entire car by more than half an inch from the bottom, and a full inch as compared to IS models equipped with 18-inch wheels. This specially modified suspension allows for a hard pull and energetic, both on the race track or on the street.
IS-F is equipped with a new three-mode version of Lexus Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM). In addition to the normal mode, the new VDIM features a Sport mode allows the driver to push the car even before the braking acceleration, and steering control systems kick in. The third mode is disabled VDIM system, which allows the pilot to push the IS-F to the highest level of handling performance.
Attention to performance modifications come with the style cues that differentiate the IS-F IS standard. Lexus IS-F provides engineers with a dual exhaust system and quad-tail pipes, wider front fenders, and a larger grille and rear spoiler. Both the hood and lower intake enlarged to accommodate and cool the V8 engine.

Like the exterior, the interior of the IS-F receives unique style with aluminized composite surface treatments and special trim. The instrument panel includes an indicator to measure the temperature and oil displacement status, while "F" logo is displayed on the rear wheel and center console.
In addition to usual Lexus standards of comfort and convenience in the IS-F features specially shaped and trimmed seats that hold the driver comfortably and securely in place. Special sport seats are available in black or a single plate, high-contrast black and white.
"The purpose of creating the IS-F to not be a competitor to other performance-sport sedans," said Carter "On the contrary., Goal is to create a true performance sedan in a uniquely Lexus way-one that is truly authentic with a unique interpretation of raw driving experience at all speeds and provides a new definition of usable power. "
IS-F will arrive at Lexus dealerships in early 2008.
Lexus IS-F Preliminary Specifications

    Powertrain
        Engine: 5.0 liter V8
        Estimated power: more than 400
        Estimated Torque: More than 350 lb.-ft.
        Transmission: Eight-speed direct paddle sport shift gear box
    Brake
        Large-diameter drilled discs
        Front / rear: 14.2 inches inches/13.6
        Opposed aluminum calipers
        Front / Rear: Six piston / two piston
    Wheel
        Forged aluminum wheels
        Front: 225/40R19 (19 x8)
        Rear: 255/35R19 (19 x 9)
    Performance
        0-60 MPH Acceleration: Under 4.9 seconds
        Fuel Economy: TBD
        Emissions Rating: ULEV II
    Dimensions (inches)
        Overall length: 183.5
        Overall Width: 71.5
        Overall height: 55.5
        Wheelbase: 107.5

New Lexus IS 300h Hybrid and Refinished LF CC Concept Heading to Geneva

 

European consumers will get their first taste of Lexus all-new premium compact IS sedan at the Geneva Motor Show, where the Japanese company will also display its LF-CC sports coupe concept finished in a fresh shade.

Following its debut at the Detroit Motor Show last month, the new sedan will be presented in full-hybrid trim as the IS 300h.
Lexus has said that its powertrain connects a 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder petrol engine to an electric motor and a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) driving the rear wheels, but has not yet released performance and fuel economy numbers.
The IS 300h will be offered with an F Sport package, featuring sportier-themed exterior and interior design features as well as driving dynamics. According to Lexus, the hybrid model will be sold in Europe, Japan and select international markets (no word if it will come to North America).
Joining the IS 300h is the LF-LC 2+2 hybrid sports coupe that will be presented in Geneva in a new Opal Blue finish, after the Detroit Shows red-bodied study and the Sydney Auto Shows Blue version.

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Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package Review

In celebration of the LFA is the third winner out of class at the Nurburgring 24 hour race in 2010 created the Lexus Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package for customers who prefer their cars to be a little more focus on monitoring.
Limited to only 50 units in total vehicle output cycle, from the Nurburgring package is scheduled for the second year of production in 2012 Lexus LFA.
To improve the monitoring of lead even further, aerodynamic performance of the LFA with the Nurburgring package have been changed by revision and addition of carbon fiber reinforced plastic a few keys. Combine to provide a better downforce at high speeds, these changes include further spoiler, side spoiler wing, aileron duck, and fixed rear wing.
Stimulated 420kW/571 bhp maximum power. This ensures that the LFA maintains acceleration time from 0-100 km / h in just 3.7 seconds and 325 km / h maximum speed, although the additional drag created by the increased support. The time shift of 0.15 seconds.
In terms of management changes, Lexus LFA Nurburgring package includes sport tuned suspension, reduction in vehicle height of 10 mm mesh-type wheels and high-traction tires exclusively dedicated.
Customer LFA Nurburgring determine individual training package will be offered by one of the Nordschleife Nurburgring chief instructor, and will also receive a packet from one year to driving the Nordschleife.
Carbon fiber reinforced plastic constructionAccording to Haruhiko Tanahashi, chief engineer of the LFA development program, one of the main elements of the definition of LFA is the need to maintain the total weight of the car to an absolute minimum. This resulted in a dramatic decision for the life of the development of LFA to switch from aluminum to carbon fiber construction reinforced sophisticated chassis and plastic body.
This decision was made more difficult by the decision Tanahashi-san to develop sophisticated LFA CFRP structure at home, instead of using third-party vendors. Evaluation of braking on the ground - one of which falls directly in line with the philosophy behind the LFA to handle new equipment and cutting-edge production process - taken with an eye on the past and future.
The legacy of Toyota Motor Corporation as one of the worlds most advanced textile weaving creates a vital resource of history that the team Tanahashi-san CFRP structures based on the development of the LFA. Historically, the revolutionary development of an automatic machine for weaving by Toyota Motor Corporation, not only makes a significant contribution to the economy of Japan in producing high-quality fabrics at a lower cost, but also makes an important contribution to society as a whole.
Similarly, the radical switch to production for the development of LFA CFRP pushing technical boundaries that engineers moved to Toyota Motor Corporation of traditional fiber weaving crafts advanced three-dimensional carbon. And benefits of technological advances, the use of lightweight materials CFRP heavy metals also reduce the impact of LFA on the environment.
A striking example of the advantages Tanahashi-san and his team extracted from the weaving heritage of Toyota Motor Corporation has been developing enterprise broken wire detection technology is integrated into the original fabric weaving. Updated wire sensor mechanics with laser technology for amazing accuracy to monitor the integrity of the network not only provides insight into important team in the process of weaving, but also saves development time critical.
At four times the strength of aluminum, not just the middle to create the CFRP structure is very rigid and strong, will also achieve significant weight savings, reduced body weight of 100 kg at an estimated equivalent aluminum body. Working with CFRP will also significantly reduce the manufacturing time for long-LFA componentry. The decision to develop its own technology CFRP material will also ensure the quality of the carbon fiber used Lexus that meets certain standards.
Unlike some vehicles that have the performance of carbon fiber construction, resin technology used in advanced chassis LFA are the same used in the space programs most powerful at this time, promoted weight and quality unmatched strength. This extensive use of CFRP accounts for 65% of LFA BIW weight, with an aluminum alloy consisting of 35% is left. Lightweight CFRP has even been used to support the cover spacer, replace, traditional and heavy hydraulic hood struts.
Three different methods of molding carbon fiber used in the structure, used in accordance with the dynamics of forming the structure of their burden, and location. The prepreg is expensive and the process of laying the hands of workers, in which carbon fiber sheets impregnated with a liquid thermosetting resin is molded, pressed and heated in an oven, mainly used for the cabin to create a structure very rigid and stable.
CFRP panel of the land and build a transmission tunnel, the roof and hood is manufactured using resin transfer molding (RTM), in which the liquid resin impregnated into the carbon fiber preformed before the heated dry and harden. C-SMC and carbon fiber reinforced sheet molding compound process, where materials are hot pressed short fibers in the matrix, is used to make the C-pillars and supports and the rear floor.
And in a move that highlights the origins of the Toyota Motor Corporation as one of the worlds most advanced textile weaving - the history of vital resources that the team Tanahashi-san is based on the development of LFA CFRP structures - under the hood and trunk lid either left unpainted to leave CFRP naked on screen.
As a pioneer in the use of CFRP in the Lexus LFA team also focused on how best to achieve carbon fiber and metal components - traditionally a complicated process. Most of the assembly process using a threaded aluminum insert that is wrapped in CFRP, but the team decided against LFA method. He has developed an innovative system that is very different from traditional methods. Does not require a threaded aluminum inserts or direct contact with CFRP, it uses an aluminum flange collar to connect the two materials and to overcome the weaknesses inherent in these joints.

Although this section to CFRP constructions delayed debut on the market for LFA exactly the type of assessment embodied in the LFA team spirit: to push new boundaries in the pursuit of excellence. The result is that in a short time of three years, engineers have not only mastered the production of carbon fiber for the LFA, but also developed a new method to create a revolutionary new LFA stronger, stiffer and lighter that any alternative to the base metal will never be.
Building a legacy looms Toyota Motor Corporation and makes the experience to develop CFRP also has created a deep and rich pool of engineering talent, internal technology resources has accelerated the development of LFA. Utilizing automated production system developed in-house, this world-class quality carbon fiber production process is now underway for future production, and will be invaluable when it comes to working on future projects Lexus.
ENGINEAt the heart of the LFA is a V10 engine that sets new standards as a vehicle for its compact size, lightweight and scintillating performance architecture. From the beginning, Tanahashi-san and engineers determined the LFA before a mid-mounted engine will have a capacity of 4805cc, will develop 412kW/560 bhp (Lexus LFA Nurburgring package: 420kW/571 DIN hp) and rev 9000 rpm Redline groaned. It will have a range of 72 ° angle between the cylinder head - the perfect angle for both primary and secondary balance in the V10 engine for a very smooth operating characteristics. It will naturally be attracted to a linear power delivery and throttle response is predicted with an extraordinary person, electronically controlled throttle body for each cylinder.
This will be a characteristic of the dry sump lubrication system, which not only blocks away position within the engine compartment to lower the center of gravity and lower the car when the inertia, but also allows the engine to handle sustained, high-speed cornering. And it will offer exceptional mid-range and the response of high-end performance is strong.
V10 engine produces 480nm of torque at 7000 rpm. Application of intelligent VVT-i variable valve timing on the intake and exhaust valves are combined with equal length exhaust manifolds and high-volume fuel injectors 12-hole resulting in 90% of this beautiful pair available between 3700 rpm and 9000 rpm red line, to include acceleration uniform at each engine speed and any equipment. The result is a time of 0-100km / h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 325 km / h - exhilarating performance of the bone faith supercar.
With a curb weight under 1480 kg - achieved by using extensive lightweight carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP) for the chassis and body - and the explosive 412kW/560 bhp (Lexus LFA Nurburgring package: 420kW/571 DIN hp), LFA supercar steps to in the ring with pulsed power on the weight 278kW/378DIN HP (Lexus LFA Nurburgring package: 284kW/386DIN HP) per ton. The combination of high compression ratio of 12:1, the internal friction and low intake of optimized and the results of the exhaust stream of LFA powertrain develops extraordinary 85.7kW/117DIN HP (Lexus LFA Nurburgring Package: 87.5kW/119DIN hp) per liter, one of which highest among the specific results of the current crop of supercars.
In addition to low weight basically curb the key to achieving this goal has been remarkable and innovative use of exotic materials like titanium and magnesium, undivided attention to the low inertia and, if possible, the operation of advanced technology motor sport.
Of course, the valve train has been investigated, and, therefore, the cylinder head has the elements most likely to be found on racing cars from the road between two places off. Titanium valves and connecting rods - 40% lighter than equivalent steel components properly - which is equipped with ultra-lightweight solid rocker with Diamond-Like Carbon coating with silicone and oil jets built.
Further highlights include the song-inspired forged aluminum pistons, low inertia of the spring valve in the cylinder, which lighten the crank shaft is integrated with the cylinder twin valleys are designed to reduce pumping losses and Magnesium alloy cylinder head cover. A dual air system intake also improves engine performance, the transition from the primary inlet at low engine speeds through two ports with high speed to improve the efficiency of breathing.

Based on the experience of motor sport (LFA participated in the grueling 24 Hours Nurburgring in Germany in 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011) LFA team also designed the engine with dry sump system followed oriented, which allows it to withstand cornering forces sustained more than 2G - a fundamental requirement of track high-speed performance.
Each cylinder has a throttle, independent electronically controlled to ensure the engine intake air to take the shortest and most effective route. It has logical priority control features: an innovative system that estimates the volume of air intake based on the gas pedal angle, which allows to calculate the precise fuel injection volume is much faster than other conventional systems. The result is a machine that meets at an incredible rate even for smaller input and most delicate of forged aluminum floor mounted gas.
The success of this program is that the low friction rotation of the engine can idle 9000 rpm red line in just six tenths of a second - flexibility without inertia derived exclusively from the engineering skills of the race for the office team. This has necessitated the need for a digital rev counter as an analog system can not compensate for a remarkable machine with the ability to win and defeat the revolution. To further reduce the size of the engine, oil cooler valley between the cylinder head and welcomed the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) room. Equipped with the parts that lead to different areas of the crankcase, the PCV ensure continuous and effective evacuation of the gas inside the housing.
The result is a machine like no other, instantly defining characteristics of size and weight of ultra-high performance engines. While peak V10 LFA is as small as a traditional V8 engine, and as light as a standard V6 engine, it offers genuine supercar performance. At 9000 rpm the piston which moves about 25 meters per second, making it one of the engine revving and most powerful ever released in automobile production. Despite the great performance, exotic materials used in construction and a very high tolerance level, the power train LFA meet the same standards of reliability and sophistication of other Lexus engines.
It also exceeds the stringent Euro V emissions regulations, assisted by the air injection system that uses air pumps to push fresh air into the exhaust after a cold start the engine, catalytic converter activation earlier than usual to ensure the exhaust kept clean at all times.
Revolutionary machine was developed in collaboration with the Yamaha, the results of the structure of collaboration between Toyota Motor Corporation and Japanese engineering specialists. This development was aided by Yamaha is controlled and operated by Toyota at each step is important to meet strict standards.

GEARBOX

Performance V10 is managed by the transmission of the same blast forward. The size of LFA new six-speed sequential automatic (ASG) moving the rear wheels via a slip differential, torque-sensing limited, and is mounted in a transaxle layout on the rear axle to achieve optimal weight distribution 48: 52.
While many believe that the 50/50 weight distribution is most desirable for a high-performance sports car, perfect weight for any vehicle is one that will allow him to live up to its full potential dynamic. In this spirit, the construction engineer of the LFA for 48:52 weight distribution, balance that combines the handling and stability in a straight line with a plan with a rear-drive front engine platform agility and dynamic handling of a mid-engine rear-wheel turn.
Impeller is operated by a lever mounted on the steering column, transmission ASG works hand in hand with the machine for the driver in full control, even under the most extreme driving. Equipped with micro-polished gears for precise gear change speed and reduced whine, intelligent transmission is designed to run speed changes very quickly, and can upshift only in 0.15 seconds.
In addition to enhancing traction limited slip differential, transmission ASG also has four driving modes - Auto, Sport, Normal and WET - driven by the mode switch on the dashboard. With certain programming speed, each mode has its own engine and brake control system logic, allowing the driver to choose the most suitable mode for the sub-condition tires.

Plan for change can be adjusted in seven steps - about 0.15 seconds to 1.0 seconds of intense track work to sail smoothly - with Speed ​​Shift dial, logically located just below the Mode button. In AUTO mode, the speed is fixed at the stage of the second speed gear change is smooth and comfortable.
The pilot focused on LFA strong emphasis is perfectly summed up by the pallet operation. Apart from mounted on the steering column rather than the wheel itself, so the driver does not need to hunt for them in the corners, the force required to operate the upshift paddle on the right and downshift paddle on the left is different. While the shift requires a single-shot finger, downshift paddle requires more effort to improve the mechanical connection between the driver and transmission.
Gear box hydraulic unit powered by an brushless electric motor and is designed to provide high volume and pressure needed to operate the ASG transmission and clutch slave cylinder concentric. Other highlights include a cone synchronization techniques tripled in the first four records and a double cone synchronization on the fifth and sixth gears, the clutch of small diameter with high-friction material progress, lightweight aluminum clutch covers a special oil cooler is integrated into the canning bridge, allowing the driver to fully exploit the cars performance on the track with confidence.
Properties very fast revving V10 engine from a single LFA needed light and responsive clutch, a move that effectively excluded dual clutch transmission-. The engineers also felt a positive change in the transmission quality of the ASG and direct - as opposed to finesse almost artificially during the dual-clutch transmission - greatly enhance the driving experience, which makes the driver aware of machine parts to work together in harmony when changing speed mechanics commitment to a sense of satisfaction.
Engine and transmission are connected by a torque tube that connects the link and flex-rigid powertrain between the engine and transaxle free - an important element in the development of ultra-rigid chassis LFA. Equipped with rubber insulators, this allows the engine mount tube - two on each side of the block are further apart, to minimize movement of the drive train.
Both support the bridge support is as close to the center of gravity as possible, and in addition to the relationship between the differential case and transmission to reduce unwanted vibrations. These motor mounts and transmission have been developed and refined based on feedback gathered from the LFA, after she participated in the grueling 24 Hours Nürburgring in 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011.
Together, especially sophisticated engine and transmission to determine the uniqueness of LFA. This is the faith of bone supercar to the track as much as the street, the one with the ability to deliver strong performance adrenaline.
Available in matte black, black, white or orange, with outer LFA Nurburgring package comes with a choice of three interior color schemes, black and red, black and purple, and all black people. All have a central console and door trim carbon fiber, while the bucket seats in carbon fiber is cut in Alcantara.

2012 Lexus RX 350 Price of 35 000

The 2012 Lexus RX 350 is one of the latest version of 2012 Lexus. A 2012 Lexus RX 350 is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sport-utility, available in two trims, the 2012 Lexus RX 350 4X2 and the 2012 Lexus RX 350 4X4. The 2012 Lexus RX 350 is available at Price of $39,075 - $40,475 And Invoice Price of $35,363 - $36,630.

Upon introduction, the 2012 Lexus RX 350 4X2 is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 270-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. The 2012 Lexus RX 350 4X4 is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 270-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The 2012 Lexus RX 350 leads when it comes to providing a plush ride, a luxurious cabin and everyday utility. For most buyers, those attributes should be enough to overcome its rather uninspiring driving dynamics. The 2012 Lexus RX 350 standard safety equipment for the 2012 Lexus RX 350 includes antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, front- and rear-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, dual front knee bags and active front head restraints. 2012 Lexus RX 350 safety Connect, a traditional telematics service with automatic collision notification, stolen vehicle locator and an emergency assistance button is also included. The 2012 Lexus RX 350 Sports packages VDIM system adds additional traction capabilities. Optional is the Pre-Collision System that comes packaged with adaptive cruise control.

Lexus RX 450h Review And Prices

The 2013 Lexus RX 450h is one of the latest version of 2013 Lexus. Next week Lexus has confirmed that the 2013 RX 450h will officially debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The 2013 Lexus RX 450h will take the stage alongside the new RX 450h F-Sport.

Include the new 2013 Lexus RX 450h and 2013 Lexus RX 450h F SPORT will make their world debuts at next week’s Geneva Motor Show on March 6. On the exterior, the 2013 Lexus RX 450h with a raft of unique styling include a new front end inspired by the GS sedan and the 2013 Lexus RX 450h tinted lights and larger alloy wheels, spindle grille and LED-infused headlights, seats and alloy pedals, an aero package, plus sports steering wheel.

The 2013 Lexus RX 450h has not announced pricing, but through these pictures you can feel interior space of the 2013 Lexus RX 450h. The 2013 Lexus RX 450h got the new spindle grille, the redesigned taillights are a big improvement the clear white casing never really looked right to me, and the 2013 Lexus RX 450h has new red stripe gives the rear some much needed color. The final mystery about the new 2013 Lexus RX 450h F Sport are the performance upgrades only a few more hours and we’ll know the full details. More soon.

2012 Lexus LFA Price of 375 000

2012 Lexus LFA is the latest version of 2012 LEXUS. 2012 Lexus LFA is a capital outlier in the Lexus lineup. 2012 Lexus LFA has wide use of carbon-fibre throughout the cars exterior and interior, which 2012 Lexus LFA results in a weight of 1480-1580 kilograms. 2012 Lexus LFA has a price of $350,000.

2012 Lexus LFA is Powered by a 4.8-litre V10 which develops  into 412 kW @ 8700 rpm and has 480 Nm at 6800 rpm, the 2012 Lexus LFA front mid-engine LFA will top out at 325km/h, and has a rocket from 0-100km/h in 3.6 seconds and Power is driven by a bespoke six-speed ASG (Automated Sequential Gearbox).

The 2012 Lexus LFA has an aluminum body, and Lexus is only made 500 LFA’s. The monthly lease payment on the 2012 LFA is over 12 thousand dollars a month for 24 months that equals over $297,000 worth of lease payments over two years, at the end the 2012 Lexus LFA which you own nothing! So! 2012 LEXUS LFA retails for $375,000. The supportive bucket seats have eight-way power adjustments, and the driving position is superb.