Lexus LFA (Supercar)
The Lexus LFA is a legendary Japanese supercar powered by a naturally aspirated 4.8L V10 and built around an obsessive focus on precision, balance, and sound. Developed with extensive use of carbon fiber and engineered to feel as special behind the wheel as it looks on the road, it remains one of the most celebrated performance cars of its era.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 4.8L naturally aspirated 72° V10, front-mid mounted, longitudinal
Total Output: 560 hp
Redline: ~9,000 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed Automated Sequential Manual (ASG)
Weight: 1,480 kg
Dimensions: ~4,505 mm long × 1,895 mm wide × 1,220 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,605 mm
Tires: High-performance Michelin road tires on forged BBS-style wheels
Brakes: Carbon-ceramic discs with performance calipers
Layout: Front-mid engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The Lexus LFA is a highly responsive, naturally balanced supercar that rewards smooth inputs and momentum-driven driving. It feels composed and confident at speed, with excellent chassis communication and a front end that responds cleanly to steering inputs. Compared with more modern turbocharged exotics, the LFA is less about violent acceleration and more about rhythm, precision, and keeping the V10 in its sweet spot.
Engine & Sound: The 4.8L V10 is the star of the show, revving with a razor-sharp, metallic note that is often considered one of the best sounds in automotive history. Power delivery is linear and immediate, building progressively all the way to redline with a screaming top-end rush that makes every upshift feel special. In sim form, the audio character alone makes the car unforgettable.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Clean turn-in and excellent mid-corner balance, with mild understeer only if you enter too hot.
Traction: Strong rear grip for a road car, but the chassis will still rotate if you get aggressive on throttle.
Braking: Very strong braking performance with good pedal feel and stability under pressure.
Top Speed: Respectable, though the car is more about aerodynamic stability and acceleration feel than outright blistering terminal speed.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it like a precision tool. Keep your inputs smooth, preserve momentum, and let the V10 sing between corners. It shines on fast, flowing tracks where balance and commitment matter more than brute-force acceleration.
Livery & Aesthetics: The LFA has an unmistakable silhouette — low, sculpted, and purposeful, with dramatic proportions and a look that still feels futuristic. The digital gauges, center-exit exhausts, and aggressive bodywork give it a premium motorsport-meets-luxury vibe that stands out instantly in any grid.
Whether you're hot-lapping or just enjoying the sound of one of the greatest engines ever made, the Lexus LFA delivers a uniquely analog, high-revving experience that remains a favorite among sim drivers and car enthusiasts alike.