Lexus LC F Prototype Spotted in California?

Posted by Kevin on February 21st, 2018

Are we looking at a Lexus LC F prototype? Spotted in Southern California by a Lexus Enthusiast reader, this piecemeal LC looks to have revised front vents flanking the spindle grille, reworked side skirts and a deeper rear bumper. The rest of the body looks to be the same as the current production model.

Here’s another look:

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There’s every possibility that this is unrelated to a high-performance LC F, or perhaps this may signal the development of a LC F SPORT. Regardless, it’s exciting to see an LC test mule of any description running around California.

(Thanks Robert!)

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Gecko
Anyone want to take a guess on power?

I'm going to say 608hp and 642 lb-ft from a twin turbo V8.
No confidence in them using hybrid power?
M
Gecko
Anyone want to take a guess on power?

I'm going to say 608hp and 642 lb-ft from a twin turbo V8.
No confidence in them using hybrid power?
Gecko
Mohammed Taha
No confidence in them using hybrid power?
I do not think so, at this point.
Gecko
Mohammed Taha
No confidence in them using hybrid power?
I do not think so, at this point.
M
Gecko
I do not think so, at this point.

<---- Must be due to how badly we got burnt by the sriracha episode
M
Gecko
I do not think so, at this point.

<---- Must be due to how badly we got burnt by the sriracha episode
Madi
I'm strongly with the Hybrid powertrain since I heard before from some sources of that, the engine compartment is so tight and there is no room for Supercharger or Turbos.



So I guess its either, a smaller engine with twin turbo (maybe a V6 ), or High performance Hybrid
Madi
I'm strongly with the Hybrid powertrain since I heard before from some sources of that, the engine compartment is so tight and there is no room for Supercharger or Turbos.



So I guess its either, a smaller engine with twin turbo (maybe a V6 ), or High performance Hybrid
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Madi
I'm strongly with the Hybrid powertrain since I heard before from some sources of that, the engine compartment is so tight and there is no room for Supercharger or Turbos.



So I guess its either, a smaller engine with twin turbo (maybe a V6 ), or High performance Hybrid
Not necessarily. BMW puts its twin-turbos between the banks of the V8 so it's just about as compact as the regular V8. Lexus can learn from them.
http://www.bmw.com/com/en/insights/technology/technology_guide/articles/eight_cylinder_engine.html
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Madi
I'm strongly with the Hybrid powertrain since I heard before from some sources of that, the engine compartment is so tight and there is no room for Supercharger or Turbos.



So I guess its either, a smaller engine with twin turbo (maybe a V6 ), or High performance Hybrid
Not necessarily. BMW puts its twin-turbos between the banks of the V8 so it's just about as compact as the regular V8. Lexus can learn from them.
http://www.bmw.com/com/en/insights/technology/technology_guide/articles/eight_cylinder_engine.html
L
  • L
    LDEUX
  • February 22, 2017
Madi
I'm strongly with the Hybrid powertrain since I heard before from some sources of that, the engine compartment is so tight and there is no room for Supercharger or Turbos.



So I guess its either, a smaller engine with twin turbo (maybe a V6 ), or High performance Hybrid
As much as I'd like to see a TT V8, I think the Lexus engineers will follow the footsteps of the new NSX engineers. The hybrid motor will add another 90-100 hp. Lexus has to know that the bulk of the performance enthusiast won't be able to afford this. The real question will be what the increase in price is. I say a 25K bump at least.
L
  • L
    LDEUX
  • February 22, 2017
Madi
I'm strongly with the Hybrid powertrain since I heard before from some sources of that, the engine compartment is so tight and there is no room for Supercharger or Turbos.



So I guess its either, a smaller engine with twin turbo (maybe a V6 ), or High performance Hybrid
As much as I'd like to see a TT V8, I think the Lexus engineers will follow the footsteps of the new NSX engineers. The hybrid motor will add another 90-100 hp. Lexus has to know that the bulk of the performance enthusiast won't be able to afford this. The real question will be what the increase in price is. I say a 25K bump at least.
Den
  • Den
    Den
  • February 27, 2017
600-hp LC F coming.... :neutral:

http://blog.caranddriver.com/scoop-600-hp-lexus-lc-f-coming-this-fall/?src=socialflowFB
Den
  • Den
    Den
  • February 27, 2017
600-hp LC F coming.... :neutral:

http://blog.caranddriver.com/scoop-600-hp-lexus-lc-f-coming-this-fall/?src=socialflowFB
krew
krew [​IMG]

Packed with 600 horsepower.
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krew
krew [​IMG]

Packed with 600 horsepower.
View the original article post
A
I predict they going to tune the current 5liter v8 in the LC for higher power. There is a lot of power to be had in this 5liter without the use of turbo. If they use turbos this would mean an LC500 would still sound better then an LCF
A
I predict they going to tune the current 5liter v8 in the LC for higher power. There is a lot of power to be had in this 5liter without the use of turbo. If they use turbos this would mean an LC500 would still sound better then an LCF
L
Regarding the Tokyo show not being the most likely venue,there's also a rumour that Toyota will show a production ready FT-1 (Supra),a near production ready S-FR and the next Auris/Corolla including a 250hp sports version,and Lexus might hold off on the LC F to not have all these performance models fighting for attention.
L
Regarding the Tokyo show not being the most likely venue,there's also a rumour that Toyota will show a production ready FT-1 (Supra),a near production ready S-FR and the next Auris/Corolla including a 250hp sports version,and Lexus might hold off on the LC F to not have all these performance models fighting for attention.
L
Lexus LC and BMW i8 are the most interesting "sportscars" on sale IMO.


The I4+I4=V8 thing is interesting. That is how TMC got the V8 Diesel. Makes me wonder what the new Land Cruiser will get? V8 Diesel? V8 Gasoline? V6 Diesel? V6 Gasoline Hybrid? V6 Diesel Hybrid?
L
Lexus LC and BMW i8 are the most interesting "sportscars" on sale IMO.


The I4+I4=V8 thing is interesting. That is how TMC got the V8 Diesel. Makes me wonder what the new Land Cruiser will get? V8 Diesel? V8 Gasoline? V6 Diesel? V6 Gasoline Hybrid? V6 Diesel Hybrid?
meth.ix
The torque rating is too low for a turbo V8
meth.ix
The torque rating is too low for a turbo V8
James
Question isn't the GS being cancelled (I know we have a thread on it)? But isn't this saying 550 HP for the next GSF? If there's a next GSF there has to be a Regular GS rt...?!
James
Question isn't the GS being cancelled (I know we have a thread on it)? But isn't this saying 550 HP for the next GSF? If there's a next GSF there has to be a Regular GS rt...?!
C
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    CIF
  • February 27, 2017
Yeah that story doesn't pass the smell test to me. Too many things that don't make sense. First of all, yes the stated torque figure is way too low for a twin turbo V8. Secondly two 8AR engines joined together? That makes no sense. The 8AR engine is certainly not a Lexus-worthy or Lexus-like engine. For evidence, look at various Lexus NX owners complaining about lack of refinement from the engine. So two 8ARs joined together, no matter with how much modification, IMO will not produce a Lexus-worthy engine. If this actually does end up being true, it will be shocking and VERY disappointing.
C
  • C
    CIF
  • February 27, 2017
Yeah that story doesn't pass the smell test to me. Too many things that don't make sense. First of all, yes the stated torque figure is way too low for a twin turbo V8. Secondly two 8AR engines joined together? That makes no sense. The 8AR engine is certainly not a Lexus-worthy or Lexus-like engine. For evidence, look at various Lexus NX owners complaining about lack of refinement from the engine. So two 8ARs joined together, no matter with how much modification, IMO will not produce a Lexus-worthy engine. If this actually does end up being true, it will be shocking and VERY disappointing.
mikeavelli
Audis 4.0tt can make anywhere from 420-605hp and some with a tune.... it's one hell of an engine. Lexus going this route excites me.

That Audi engine also is very fuel efficient on the highway.

LDEUX
As much as I'd like to see a TT V8, I think the Lexus engineers will follow the footsteps of the new NSX engineers. The hybrid motor will add another 90-100 hp. Lexus has to know that the bulk of the performance enthusiast won't be able to afford this. The real question will be what the increase in price is. I say a 25K bump at least.
The NSX is a porker at 3800lbs due to all the hybrid tech. We would have a 5000 lbs LC F!
mikeavelli
Audis 4.0tt can make anywhere from 420-605hp and some with a tune.... it's one hell of an engine. Lexus going this route excites me.

That Audi engine also is very fuel efficient on the highway.

LDEUX
As much as I'd like to see a TT V8, I think the Lexus engineers will follow the footsteps of the new NSX engineers. The hybrid motor will add another 90-100 hp. Lexus has to know that the bulk of the performance enthusiast won't be able to afford this. The real question will be what the increase in price is. I say a 25K bump at least.
The NSX is a porker at 3800lbs due to all the hybrid tech. We would have a 5000 lbs LC F!

M