TMG Sports 650 concept

TMG Sports 650 concept - super sedan from Lexus LS

While most of the attention fell on the Los Angeles Auto Show (U.S.), Toyota Motorsport quietly released concept car has a capacity of 650 horsepower at the Essen Motor Show in Germany.
Is a subsidiary of parent company Toyota and based in Cologne (Germany), Toyota Motorsport GmbH (TMG) focus on major events in Germany by making the Lexus LS460 sedan into a high-performance version.


TMG Sports 650 - car from Lexus LS460 with a capacity of 650 horsepower.
TMG Sports 650 engine concept uses dual 5-liter V8 supercharged turbine. Standard 386 hp power increase to 650 hp at 7450 rpm r / min with maximum torque at 765 Nm at 5460 rpm / min. 8-speed gearbox has three automatic mode and a mode of "floor". Maximum speed of 320 km / h.

If you just compare the strength, TMG Sports 650 is stronger than the super car Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 hp) or Bentley Continental Supersports (621 hp).

Vehicle weight of 2050 kg takes about 3.9 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h. Super sedan uses 20-inch wheels with carbon ceramic brakes Brembo performance. Tyres front 275/35 rear tire 345/30. Multi-point suspension with swing springs and shock absorbers name Sachs.

The Essen Motor Show takes place from 26/11 to 4/12.

Lexus LF-LC Blue Concept

At the Australian International Motor Show displays with the Lexus LF-LC Blue Concept another sports car study with hybrid drive.

Earlier this year, the Lexus LF-LC has celebrated its premiere at the Detroit Auto Show. With the Lexus LF-LC Blue now shows another version of his future supercar.

Even in Detroit, the LF-LC has made with its new design language for a lot of attention, the LF-LC Blue was now a little worse and provided with a opalblauen painting.

The drive was again revised, and the combination of combustion engine and electric motor reaches now a system output of 500 hp (372 kW), making it the most powerful engine of Lexus hybrid.

For the Lexus LF-LC Blue was also the interior slightly revised and now appears in a perfect blend of sportiness and luxury. Also new are the twin 12.3 "LCD screen to inform the driver about the navigation, radio, or drive mode.

For complex inputs, there is also a fold-out touch-screen keyboard, which is designed to facilitate and speed up the input.

Finest leather seats and brushed aluminum inserts complement the exclusive feeling inside. The next evolution of the LF-LC shows that Lexus is serious and already at an upcoming auto shows a production version of the hybrid sports car could be seen.

Production Lexus LF-A Roadster

Production Lexus LF-A Roadster
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LF-A convertible version is expected to launch in 2014 with a bunch of other cars.

Japanese car manufacturer to confirm a number of new models launched as soon revive the death and sedan version of the LF-LC Concept is about to be introduced. Maybe LF-LC coupe derived from the GS line. Most notable is the LF-A Roadster will appear in mid-2014.


Visualization Lexus LF-A Roadster's the Japanese carmakers.
Besides the change of the GS cars, ES, LS, Lexus will also be added to a new version for the IS line next spring. Expected new IS based on a shortened version of the GS with the 2.5 liter and 3.5 liter engine, as well as exterior design will bring a new look over what the IS ever had.

Japanese carmakers will have to form GS between two versions of IS-C and LF-LC for about $ 60,000. For the version of the LF-LC concept with competitors Aston Martin Vantage and Porsche 911 Turbo.

Lexus SUV will have a new design for the RX and LX generation in 2014 and 2015, while the new compact CX compete with the Audi Q3 and BMW X1 will be available in late 2013.

Lexus LFA

The first Lexus LFA supercar chrome
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Australia's a great country will soon get super car with a shiny coating. This is also one of the 10 members of the LFA is sold to customers in the land of the kangaroo.

Lexus LFA Exotic firm Graphix is ​​based in Melbourne with a chrome shell. In Australia, the standard price of an LFA is $ 721,700.

The owner of the world's first chrome LFA will receive the car after the work is special display at MotorEx exhibition at Homebush Bay (Sydney) at the end of this week, where will appear hundreds of cars and "" special collection.


Lexus LFA dedicated chrome on the car.


The first chrome LFA supercar in the world belongs to a customer in Australia.








Prior to the new owners, LFA will attend the exhibition MotorEx this weekend.

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Lexus ES 350

New-generation Lexus ES 350 price $ 36,000 in the U.S.
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Midsize sedan will be equipped with 3.5-liter V6 engine with variable valve system VTT-i dual power supply 268 horsepower.

Luxury car manufacturer Lexus Japan has announced the retail price for all the ES 350 and ES 300 sedan next generation. In particular, the ES 350 is about $ 36,000 in the U.S. market, cheaper than the previous generation ES, and ES 300h 2013 will be more expensive with a starting price of $ 38,580.


Lexus ES 300h 2013 sold in the U.S. with prices from $ 38,580.
New-generation Lexus ES 350 uses a 3.5-liter V6 with variable valve system VTT-i dual. Capacity of 268 horsepower at rpm 6200 rpm / min, maximum torque 248 Nm of torque at rpm 4,700 rpm / min. Engine combined with a 6-speed gearbox is controlled by the electronic control system intelligence (ECT-i). Lexus ES 350 with 13 ltr per 100 km fuel consumption in the city and 8.9 ltr per 100 km on the highway.

Lexus ES 300h equipped with 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with 7 ltr per 100 km fuel consumption in city, 7.2 liters / 100 km on the highway and lost 7 ltr per 100 km on the highway when combined with a hybrid engine. With a capacity of 200 horsepower.

Blind spot alert function is optional upgrade. Screen out behind, with the RCTA warning system (to help avoid collisions when reversing out of parking), lane deviation warning with automatic lamp technology and collision avoidance systems.

Standard, Lexus offers sound system with 8 speakers and sound automatically Levelizer (ASL), combined with a CD player, USB / iPod, SiriusXM Satellite Radio system for trial of 3 months. With Audio Dislay package, customers get a 7-inch HD screen can be connected to iTunes. Bluetooth system connected to the phone book automatically.

Lexus LS F-Sport

Lexus unveiled the new generation LS F-Sport
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High-performance F-Sport version promises more driving feel and will spark a new style from the LS line launched in late July.

High-performance F-Sport was confirmation Lexus to the United Kingdom as part of the LS product line, with major changes to the biggest luxury sedan Lexus brand.


Lexus LS F-Sport will appear in Europe from the end of this month.
Autoguide, all new LS is expected to have a larger front grille, a sport body kit and hopefully will be corrected for the engine and interior.

There are no full information on the new F-Sport wheels (rims) bigger size, brakes are also upgraded, but the overall design still does not change the difference.

In addition there will be another upgrade package for the LS F-Sport will be tested at the Nurburgring at the end of the year. With this upgrade package car will have 5.0-liter supercharged V8 engine, and is said to have a capacity of 650 horsepower.

The addition of F-Sport version of the LS line is considered a new initiative to expand the F-Sport line, and typically is the latest F-Sport RX its recently introduced.

Lexus is the best initial quality in the U.S.

Lexus is the best initial quality in the U.S.
Toyota's luxury brand topped the list in 2012 JD Power Initial Quality Study with an average of 73 problems per 100 vehicles, within 90 days of first use.

2nd consecutive year that Lexus cars have at most complaints within 90 days of customer buying a car, an average of 73 responses of 100 vehicles while the Lexus at the industry average was 102. Besides Lexus, Toyota also owns Scion also rank high in surveys.

Jaguar astonishing leap from 20th place in 2011 rose to No. 2. An average of 75 problems per 100 vehicles, down 39 from last year respectively. Stuart Schorr, a spokesman for Jaguar commented: "This is the 3rd consecutive year of growth Jaguar, it demonstrates efforts to improve its quality."

General Motors became the vehicle of a maker of America's largest scale. Cadillac brand from No. 9 last year to 4th this year. GMC and Chevrolet fewer complaints than average, but Buick relegated.


Lexus RX 450h.
The study also showed that the competition is impacting positively on overall vehicle quality. The number of complaints in the sector fell 5% from 107 to 102 per 100 vehicles. In total 185 models, there were approximately 65% ​​of the car rose. In 32 brands ranked brand last year increased 26 points, 5 points lower, and one unchanged.

BMW's Mini has 139 problems per vehicle, stood on the second end of the table is the Smart brand of Mercedes and Fiat together with the number 151.

Fiat year marks a return to the U.S. market with very satisfactory results. However, Dodge - names absent from the charts last year, now in 5th position from the bottom up. Chrysler and Jeep stand in the middle of the second half. Ram Truck Brand admirable position in the overall index.

Initial Quality Study is the study of the level of customer satisfaction in the first 3 months after receiving the car by JD Power, market research companies worldwide implementation. The problems that owners make is not necessarily waving the damage, it may be that the customer designs frustrated. In recent years, some firms also received criticism about the new information makes the system difficult to understand the car owner, or double-clutch operation is not smooth as traditional automatic transmission.

JD Power said, there are also some negative reactions as complex audio systems, entertainment features, navigation or voice control. The number of complaints has increased by 45% since 2006.

Smart phones are more are interested. David Sargent, vice general director of Global Power array for automotive manufacturers and suppliers and accessories are working hard to achieve the expectations of consumers with the system to keep drivers safe, convenient convenient and more enjoyable. However, technology advances quickly also been criticized if the owner does not know how to use.

Three straight years Ford relegation. In 2010, the firm ranked No. 5, 2011 is 23, but this is 28. MyFord Touch system and dual-clutch gearbox for the reason here. Lincoln have better results but still below average.

Group Vice President Jim Farley said Ford, 89% of customers have received upgrades to MyFord Touch, most of them feel comfortable. However, this change was made after the end of JD Power survey.

Volkswagen is trying to focus on quality, enhanced reputation in the U.S., the company also holds a dual-clutch gearbox, Bluetooth interface. Again ranks 4th from the bottom up, despite reduced 7 issue of the 100 vehicles.

Marc Trahan from Audi on as Deputy General Manager of VW call quality survey results are a disappointment, the internal data of the company indicating the number of customer complaints has dropped about 17-20% by in 2012. Some improvements have not taken control programs such as the new gearbox. He also said the recent survey of two of its latest product is the Passat and Beetle have shown that the resulting "higher than average and better than previous generations."

2013 Lexus LS 460 and LS 600h

In San Francisco Lexus LS has presented the new generation. This new flagship boasts a sporty design and lots of luxury features.

The design also has the Lexus LS continued its new design line, which has been already presented at the GS. The LS has now also visually as the big brother of the GS and is mainly in the front area of the Lexus GS is very similar.

The voluminous rear looks at LS but very independent, with a length of 509 cm, the new Lexus flagship offers even more room. The long version is even at 521 cm and is thus characterized as a chauffeur-driven limousine with plenty of room in the rear.

The sportier appearance should also be reflected in the dynamics. The new Lexus LS has an adaptive suspension and can thus, depending on the wishes of the passengers go either comfortable or very sporty. The driver can drive modes of the Eco, Comfort, Normal, Sport and Sport Select S + S, which regulate not only the chassis, but also accelerator response, steering force and shift points depending on the mode, defined in various ways.

Who wants it more sporty, can now also the LS to an F-Sport model grab, which has not only a sporty outfit including sills and front and rear bumper on a lowered suspension.

Completely new is presented and the interior, which can again spoiled with lots of luxury to passengers. Primarily there is a seat for all seats, climate control and an even better sound insulation for the interior. After almost no wind, roll or engine noise penetrating into the interior, is the Mark Levinson sound system with 19 speakers certainly be better.

Also new is a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, which is home not only the navigation display, but also about the many functions can be controlled.

At the start of the new Lexus LS stands as the 2013 Lexus LS 460 and LS 600h as available. While the Lexus LS 600h has been standard all-wheel drive, the LS 460 is available only to all-wheel. The performance of the 8-cylinder engine in the LS is located at 382 hp (285 kW) in the 2WD model and 362 hp (272 kW) in the four-wheel drive model. Both models have up to 250 km / h, accelerating from 0 to 100 km / h, the 2WD version in 5.7 seconds, the 4WD takes 6.3 seconds for the same task.

The same engine as in the LS 460 is also found in the LS 600h, this is only the help of an electric motor. The performance of the LS 600h is located at 444 hp (327 kW) and provides spirited performance. According to preliminary data, the hybrid car to accelerating from 0 to 100 km / h in 6.1 seconds and up to 250 km / h.

That the stronger hybrid accelerates faster, is mainly due to the heavy batteries and all designed to thrift motor coordination. On average, the LS 640H is only 8.6 liters per 100 kilometers approve, and the Lexus LS 460 will require the same distance on 10.7 liters. For the LS 460 has an 8-speed automatic, while the top model to be content with a CVT automatic transmission must not normally offered by the same driving pleasure as a torque converter.

Situated Bessert Lexus has the security systems in the new LS, which on the latest generation of advanced features pre-crash system, as well as a new Lexus Night View system, a blind spot warning, a newly developed high beam including LED headlights and a lane departure warning.

In United States, the new Lexus LS is in the autumn 2012 to the start. In Europe, people will expect the new Lexus flagship model until 2013.

Lexus GS Coupe may appear 2013

Lexus GS Coupe may appear 2013
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After the collapse of the Lexus SC430, the position of the Lexus sports coupe empty until now.

There has been much information about the new coupe, and based on what the public Lexus, GS350 is considered sport coupe that Lexus in the gaps that need filling.


Lexus GS-F samples of Japanese carmakers.
Lexus representative said that the new coupe will be priced between 60,000 and 70,000 USD, modern design, keep up the car the same category as the others, and is a necessity to promote the brand.

Standard Model GS350 will begin with $ 40,000 but with the full upgrade package, the car will cost $ 60,000.

GS-F has appeared, but the 4-door sports car, losing the design of a coupe and sports cars appeal to enthusiasts. The cars are expected to compete with the Audi S5, BMW serie 6.

It is expected early 2013 GS350 model will be available on the market.

Lexus IS F CCS-R Race Car at Pikes Peak Hill Climb

Lexus IS F begins with a modified race car race at Pikes Peak
Lexus will participate with a specially-prepared Lexus IS F CCS-R race first time this year at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in the Rocky Mountains in the U.S. state of Colorado. It also called "Race to the Clouds" on 8 July 90th Time held since 1916.

Lexus IS F CCS-R

The Lexus IS F CCS-R is the 5-liter V8 production engine in the Lexus IS F with a capacity of 311 kW / 423 hp and maximum torque of 505 Nm driven. He piloted by the 26-year-old racing driver Ken Gushi Japanese.

The modifications relate mainly Race Car chassis, body and interior. Appropriate for an enhanced passive safety guarantees monocoque with roll cage. The chassis in race trim with reinforced bearings and fasteners on the front axle is equipped with an adjustable camber.

Through the use of carbon fiber with bonnet, door handles, fenders and spoilers, the use of lightweight doors and windows made ​​of polycarbonate, as well as by the omission of numerous equipment features, the weight of the Lexus IS F CCS-R has been reduced drastically.

At Pikes Peak, it is true, to a total length of nearly 20 miles with 156 curves at an average gradient of seven percent around 1440 meters in altitude to overcome. For the first time in its history, the legendary hill climb will take place this year on a fully paved route instead.

2013 Lexus GS 450h

The appearance

Lexus has packed into it everything that is good and expensive, the 2013 Lexus GS 450h. Thus, the total over the competition perspective considerably. But even with the classic series features Lexus GS 450h and the highly placed and the GS 250, the measure. All now mandatory safety systems like ABS, traction control, eight airbags and useful features such as fog lamps, Bi-xenon lights, automatic air conditioning are installed in the two models.

2013 Lexus GS 450h

Is complemented by a good quality policy as well as Bluetooth audio system with DAB tuner and DVD players. The leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons is electrically adjustable vertically and horizontally and in an 8-inch multi-function display shows the rear view camera what's going on behind the GS. The keyless entry into the GS works thanks Smartkey, the pressure can be the starter button on the motor that can hear thanks to electric operation no sign. Therefore, the function displays are available that confirm the start.

Handling

Quietly hums the Lexus GS 450h, the first few meters in front of him. Up to 4 km range at maximum 64 km / h are the theoretical values ​​obtainable with a purely electric drive. Until the powerful V6 with 3.5 liters of displacement jumps and the sedan can quickly shoot an arrow towards the front. 5.9 seconds should be at the sprint from zero to the magic 100 km / h, top speed is 250 km / h

However, whether the constraint pushing the overall performance of the 2013 GS 450h of consumption specified by the manufacturer is 5.9 liters, may be doubted. To achieve this, it takes more than just a gentle foot on the accelerator, and finally to more than 1.9 tonnes are held in a good mood.

Absolutely the highest level of the suspension and the resulting compromise between comfort and sportiness. The adaptive variable suspension AVS are four modes to optimize the particular pleasure of driving. In Eco mode, the motor control are not only influenced, but also just been outstanding and distinguished air conditioning. This is regulated accordingly, and thus requires less energy, which corresponds to a lower fuel consumption.

Lexus has the "S-flow" climate control system with Nanoe technology that comes in the new premium sports sedan GS are used, the price for the "Interior Innovation of the Year" (Production Vehicle Interior Innovation of the Year ") received . The award was presented for the first time as part of the Automotive Interiors Expo 2012 on 12 June in Stuttgart.

Sport and Sport S + S are, however, the downside of the Eco mode. Spontaneous and even more powerful acceleration associated with a change in the instrument display. Nothing more, with information on driving in the most efficient electric drive. Bright red demonstrate speedometer and tachometer, the power of the Lexus 450h. True to the motto: "Beware when she let loose!"

As the first full hybrid, the new Lexus GS 450h is a steering-linked by a maximum of two degrees rear axle called "Lexus Dynamic Handling System." This increases the agility when cornering and is also responsible for a further improvement in driving stability.

Specifications: 2013 Lexus GS 450h

Engine: 6-cylinder gasoline engine with full hybrid drive
Transmission: Hybrid transmission - Electronically controlled, infinitely variable transmission
Displacement: 3,456 cc
Power in kW / hp at rpm xy / 254 kW (345 hp) Total System Performance
Max torque: 345 Nm at 4,600 rpm
Length / width / height in mm 4.850/1.840/1.455
Wheelbase: 2,850 mm in
Curb weight: 1.910 kg
Perm. Total weight: 2392 kg
Luggage capacity: 485 liters
Tires: 225/50 R 17
Wheels: 7.5 x 17 "light alloy
Acceleration: 5.9 seconds
Maximum speed: 250 km / h
Fuel tank capacity: 66 liters
Combined transport fuel consumption: 5.9 liters per 100 km

2012 Lexus RX450h

Ahead of the Geneva Motor Show 2012 (18th March) Toyota and Lexus have announced two hybrid world premieres, which were first unveiled at the show directly. For Toyota, these were the innovative FT-Bh Concept in the noble daughter of the "new" generation RX450h. It is actually in the hybrid SUV, but "only" an extensive facelift.

2012 Lexus RX450h

Design
The exterior of the refresher especially on the newly designed front end. This reminds of the new GS is now stronger and can significantly affect the dynamic SUV. Especially well done it seems the chrome border, with the upper and lower part of the grill can be combined into one unit. If the equipment line "F Sport" a honeycomb grill provides even more aggressive. The lateral line has remained unchanged and also at the rear of the differences are marginal. Lexus fans will notice the new rear lights and the bumper modified.

Inside, it's really too luxurious. Even the base model included much of what will be bought to the competition must be expensive. The materials and the processing was filed again. In addition, the service will now succeed more intuitive.

Engine and fuel consumption
The drive still comes a trio of engines, which consists of a combustion engine and two electric motors are used. The 3.5-liter V6 makes 249 hp and a torque of 317 Nm. Front also sits an electric motor with 123 hp and 335 Nm at the rear axle is another electric motor with 50 hp and 129 Nm installed. The maximum system output is 299 hp. Accordingly, from the fall athletic performance. Thus, the 2012 Lexus RX450h accelerates in 7.8 seconds to 100 km At 200 km / h, the load is braked electronically. Short distances can be driven purely electrically. During braking, the energy is converted into electricity and fed back into the batteries.

Most impressive, however, the average consumption of the wheel drive vehicle. This is in the normal cycle of just 6.3 liters per 100 km (145g CO2/km).

2013 Lexus LF LC

In the U.S., Toyota's Lexus Nobel daughter is clearly visible than in this country. The Yanks are on the luxury cars from Japan. And the future looks like, now with Lexus revealed the stunning LF-LC, under the North American International Auto Show was presented in 2012 in Detroit. The show car was excellent not only for the viewers, but was able to convince the jury as the most beautiful car and the show was excellent.

Design
Visually, the study by the brother as a civilian sportsman About LFA. The compact dimensions and proportions are reminiscent of the Celica GT86's successor, who comes to us in the summer. Particularly well done is the designers, the expressive front. The great barbecue, thanks to its distinctive shape of a stir. There are also standing air intakes, narrow headlights and a discreet spoiler lip. The lateral line could also come from Ferrari - the color would match ever. At the rear there are also small lights, eye-catching beads and a huge diffuser. Furthermore, the 21-inch Alloy wheels with tires 265/35er extremely impressive.

Inside there is the usual Lexus luxury. There are leather, aluminum and wood as far as the eye. Behind the steering wheel is a modern mounted display that provides information such as speed, engine speed, displays, etc. on request of analog design. In addition, the monitor three-dimensional content Represents Operation is via a touch pad.

Technology
The bottom plate of the 2 +2- seater, it comes as standard too, as you would like to take the first. As a powertrain that is the technique comes from the brand new GS450h used. Thus, even here something about 360 hp coming from a V6 gasoline engine and an electric motor, transmitted to the rear wheels. For excellent performance at moderate drinking habits would be taken care of. Now Lexus has to struggle through just to build the hot section. It would certainly make a sensation in Austria.

2013 Lexus ES350 Review

The new generation of Lexus ES350 celebrates on the New York auto show premiered, the first time in a hybrid version.

The Lexus ES is only available in North America and is positioned between the IS and GS. As the only large-sedan Lexus has the ES via the front wheels, that has to do with the technical relationship with the Toyota Camry.

Compared to its predecessor, which was trimmed to just one Lexus Camry, the new ES shows a very distinctive and typical Lexus design. Looking at the ES from the side, he has very coupe-like traits, and therefore fits well with the new Lexus design line.

The interior is very reminiscent of the new GS and offers plenty of space and lots of technical highlights. A Mark Levinson sound system ensures a perfect sound, the finest leather seats for relaxed driving and 10 airbags and numerous assistance systems for more safety.

Among other things there are for the Lexus ES a lane departure warning, blind spot warning system and a brand new and a "Rear Cross Traffic Alert" (RCTA), which is to warn of the intersecting car parking space.

In the engine, customers can choose between the ES 350 with a 3.5 liter V6 engine and the ES 300h with 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, which is supported by an electric motor.