We sat up and took notice of the Lexus LF-CC concept when sifting through the pre-Paris show news, not only because it’s a preview of the next-gen Lexus IS, but because it’s a looker, following the footsteps of the much-praised LF-LC hybrid 2+2 sports coupe concept from Detroit 2012.
The LF-CC is a mid-sized, rear-wheel drive hybrid coupe concept. It’s more compact than the LF-LC, but integrates various L-finesse design cues from that red hot Lexus. Toyota’s luxury brand describes it as a first illustration of how concept cars are truly influencing future models. Ignore the showcar detailing and there’s a production IS Coupe there.
They’re using the same language for what’s under the hood, calling it a new Lexus powertrain for future production, so be in no doubt that this is more than just a flight of fancy. It combines a 2.5 litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a compact, high-output, water-cooled permanent magnet electric motor.
The DOHC engine runs on the Atkinson cycle and has D-4S direct injection. CO2 emissions target is below 100 g/km and the powertrain will achieve class-leading energy efficiency, with more than 2 hp produced per gram of CO2, says Lexus.
We get a first look at the LF-CC’s cabin, which wasn’t shown before the Paris debut. Lexus has also released pics of a dark-coloured LF-CC to go along with the original ‘Fluid Titanium’ exterior hue. Gallery and another video (featuring the designers) of the LF-CC concept are after the jump.
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LFA interior in an IS….awesum
Ugly !
this car is overdo
the styling and promo too japs
does that mean it’s not good?
The front is getting the looks of Darth Vader….
Or maybe Emperor Zurg in Toy Story… hehe
xx,the old Recon IS250 still selling above RM150k above ,the new IS just a dreams for rakyat
next gen vios
Everything was derive from the new GS…… what a boring……
it looks like the predator(alien)
The cat fish monster grill has to go.
wooow ….ok the front is just plain mad while the rear is very messy…Lexus what were you thinking
Hope they get permission to use the Nike logo
Sohai car.
So damn Fugly I wonder who will buy it.
I smell jealousy.
the front looks like from predator movie ^^ esp the grille
Awesome design. Hats off to the design team, bolder and unique.
Love the aggressive look.