Lexus LF-Ch Concept front end look unveiled

September 8, 2009 at 4:52 pm By Paul Tan Filed Under Cars, Concept Cars, Hybrids and Alternative Fuel, Lexus

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We’ve already seen how the rear end of the new Lexus concept hatchback looks like, so here’s a few front shot. It definitely shares a family look with the IS sedan, though unlike the IS it is most likely to be front wheel drive and based on the chassis of the Auris. The production version is very likely to be very much toned down.

Look after the jump and you’ll find a photo of the previously unveiled rear end.

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mystvearn says:

9/9/2009 at 1:15 am

Will not look like that in real life. The gills will be opted out. Too clutered for a Lexus

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Paul Tan says:

9/9/2009 at 1:23 am

I still think it'll end up looking like this only

http://media2.paultan.org/images/Lexus-Hatchback-…

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ken says:

9/9/2009 at 1:29 am

mystvearn,

for ur information the new HS250h has a grille that looks just like tis 1..

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Ben Lai says:

9/9/2009 at 4:06 am

Paul,

The is look is more practical and the fact that they share the same components (eg. headlamps, doors etc.) makes perfect business sense.

That said, I still prefer the concept styling, kinda reminds me of the Veilside aftermarket kits and I must say it looks more decent than those produced by Veilside

Let's just wait and see where Lexus take this, for one, they do need a fast hatch to compete in the market but on the other hand, their branding has always been a premium brand, more known for their ride comfort and their reliability compared to performance. A brand conflict or and opportunity? Let's see which path Lexus decision makers takes, I for one hope they keep the more sporty styling and go ahead with producing the concept.

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KS says:

9/9/2009 at 4:25 am

Imagine when it goes "BANG!"… how much your wallet will bleed to pay for a bumper like that.

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rugaxp says:

9/9/2009 at 4:48 am

Paul, is there any news on the Goodyear Duraplus contest?

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Gajen says:

9/9/2009 at 5:30 am

gosh…looks awesome!! way to go lexus!

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Mazda 3 MPS says:

9/9/2009 at 5:53 am

this is what an ugly scirocco would be like

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kimi_ says:

9/9/2009 at 7:09 am

Ugly like HELL…

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l3ryan says:

9/9/2009 at 8:55 am

It has Predator as it's daddy and Alien as its mommy, that's how it ended up with butt-ugly looks like that…

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azrai says:

9/9/2009 at 3:39 pm

Ugly car.

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4G63tDSM says:

9/9/2009 at 10:35 pm

So, you pay Lexus money to buy a Toyota?

Why would I buy this over lets say an Audi S3?

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Mazda 3 MPS says:

9/9/2009 at 11:24 pm

4G63tDSM said,

September 9, 2009 @ 2:35 pm

So, you pay Lexus money to buy a Toyota?

Why would I buy this over lets say an Audi S3?

Read more: http://paultan.org/2009/09/08/lexus-lf-ch-concept…
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a dumb american =p

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mystvearn says:

10/9/2009 at 12:36 am

Ken,

The gills will not look that sharp. The HS250h does not have gills that sharp

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