Posts Tagged ‘Lexus’

  • Lexus Has Revealed Their CT 200h F Sport
    Lexus has used the Australian Motor Show to reveal their CT 200h F Sport. The CT 200h F Sport model boasts a new set of sporty bumpers, graphite-finish alloy wheels and Flame Blue paint for the exterior. The interior boasts a sporty steering wheel, aluminium pedals and new instruments in the panel. There is no power increase for the F Sport, however there are less vibrations...
    by Dean at October 21st, 2010 at 12:10 am
  • First Details: Lexus LC 600h For 2015
    Reports have hinted that Lexus are busy working on a new model called the LC 600h; a model which successes the SC 430. Lexus are expected to use a shortened version of the next-generation LS platform, where power could come from a 5.0-litre V8 engine with 373kW. The release should be around 2015. More over at Motor Trend. Pictured is the Lexus LS600h.
    by Dean at October 15th, 2010 at 10:10 pm
  • More Details On The Lexus CT 200h
    Lexus has announced a few more details on the CT 200h. The firm said that the CT 200h will include a roof-mounted spoiler, 17-inch wheels, LED headlights and ‘L finesse’ styling. The inside houses metallic accents, soft materials, an LCD display of eight inches and other bioplastic components for the dashboard. Power comes from a 73kW 1.8-litre VVT-i petrol...
    by Dean at September 16th, 2010 at 06:09 pm
  • Revised Lexus IS-F To Show Its Face At The Paris Motor Show
    Lexus has modified the IS-F’s 5.0-litre V8 engine to comply with Euro V emission standards, and this means that there will be an updated model for the 2011 year. This being said, Lexus has revealed the updates for the new model which includes revised headlights with LED daytime running lights and a new colour called ‘Starlight Black GF’. The Inside will...
    by Dean at September 1st, 2010 at 11:09 pm
  • Moscow 2010: The 2011 Lexus IS — Minor Facelift
    Lexus had jumped the gun by revealing a few changes to the 2011 IS at the Moscow Motor Show in Russia. Not to worry though, as Lexus will still use the Paris show in October to reveal the Lexus IS officially. With that being said, lets move onto the changes. For the exterior, Lexus has modified the headlamps to include LED daytime running lights, reworked the rear light...
    by Dean at August 27th, 2010 at 12:08 am
  • Lexus Comes Up With A Better Purchase Option For The LFA
    When Lexus revealed the LFA’s pricing they said that American customers would only be able to lease it for two years. Basically, you’d pay $300,000 up front and pay nothing per month. The idea behind this is simple: Lexus doesn’t want anyone to buy the car and sell it for a profit. Now while that’s quite fair, they decided on something different....
    by Dean at August 10th, 2010 at 09:08 pm
  • Leaked: Lexus Facelift IS 250 & IS 350 Sedan For Japan
    The Facelifted 2011 Lexus IS 250 and 350 sedans for Japan have been leaked through brochure shots. The exterior changes seem to include new headlamps with LED daytime running lights, a redesigned lower part of the front bumper and round fog lamps. There might be a few interior changes, however this is not clear from the images. Following these changes to the standard model,...
    by Dean at June 24th, 2010 at 06:06 pm
  • The Lexus LS600h L Is Priced At R1,555,000 In South Africa
    South Africa has received the Lexus LS600h L as the range-topping model. The LS600h L will boast an extended wheelbase, a V8 petrol engine and an electric motor. There will be a 5.0-litre V8 engine with extra power from the electric motor. When coupled, these two motors create a Lexus Hybrid Drive system. The LS600h L will boast 120mm of extra space over the standard model....
    by Dean at June 11th, 2010 at 12:06 am
  • Lexus LFA Breaks Glass With Exhaust Pitch [Video]
    Lexus has released a video showing the LFA breaking a champagne flute. The video is called “Pitch” and it shows us what the LFA is capable of. It was said that the bottle breaks after the driver accelerates past 275km/h. Lexus said that the advert was made without any CGI or tricks. Press Release In Pursuit of the Perfect Pitch In a new commercial, Lexus...
    by Dean at June 4th, 2010 at 01:06 pm
  • South Africa Will Receive The Limited Edition Lexus LFA
    Word from Lexus states that the LFA supercar will indeed hit the South African market. There is currently a limited production run of 500 LFA’s for the entire world, and the local market will receive a few of these examples. While Lexus South Africa has secured a few of the cars, Kevin Flynn, General Manager of Lexus South Africa, has said that “it’s [now] down...
    by Dean at June 3rd, 2010 at 03:06 pm
  • Lexus LS Recall: South African & International Recall Details
    Toyota has announced that they will recall four Lexus LS models due to problems with the steering wheel. The models Toyota would like to recall include the LS460, LS460L, LS600h and the LS600hL hybrid with the Variable Gear Ratio Steering system. The recall will cover over 11,500 vehicles. Lexus said: “The problem occurs at low speed when manoeuvring the steering...
    by Dean at May 19th, 2010 at 09:05 pm
  • Lexus Dark Ride Video: Starring The Lexus CT 200h
    Lexus has created a short promotional film aimed at its competitors. The clip includes Lexus CT 200h hybrid action, where Norman Reedus is driving the car through the Nevada and California desert in an attempt to keep it away from those wanting to hurt it. Press Release Lexus Invites Consumers to Co-star in New ‘Dark Ride’ Interactive Film to Launch New CT...
    by Dean at May 18th, 2010 at 11:05 am
  • Lexus Adds A Nurburgring Edition To The LFA Range
    Lexus has released a special Nurburgring version of the LFA Supercar. This essentially means an even more exclusive run of only 50 units, compared to the original 500 models. One of the 50 Nuburgring models will cost $70,000 more, while matte black paint will be another $20,000. Engine wise the enhancements include a modified version of the 4.8-litre V10 engine with 562-horsepower,...
    by Dean at May 12th, 2010 at 02:05 pm
  • Preview: The ASI Modified Lexus LX 570 Invader
    ASI, a Japanese tuner, has released a brand new tuning program for the Lexus LX 570 luxury SUV which helps both looks and performance. It’s called the LX 570 Invader and it boasts a 5.7-litre V8 engine with a 6-speed sequential gearbox. Unfortunately for us, ASI only said that they would update the engine. With what — we don’t know, but power...
    by Dean at May 10th, 2010 at 07:05 pm
  • Lexus Has Fixed The GX 460 Rollover Problem — Go Get Yours Fixed
    Problem Solved. Lexus has the fix for their rollover GX 460 problem. Someone from their firm should contact you soon, if you own the hazardous SUV. “Our dealers began contacting customers yesterday offering to make arrangements to perform the update, and we expect them to get in touch with most GX owners within one week.” Sales should get back on track from...
    by Dean at April 30th, 2010 at 01:04 pm