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Lexus LFA

The Lexus LFA is a limited-production Japanese supercar produced by Lexus from 2010 to 2012.

Updated August 1, 20261 min readCited sources

The Lexus LFA is a limited-production Japanese supercar built from 2010 to 2012, known for its carbon-fibre body and Yamaha-developed V10 engine. Only 500 units were produced and sold in 56 countries.

What it is

The LFA was Lexus's halo car, a front-mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive supercar with a carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic monocoque. Production started in December 2010 and ended in 2012, with a total of 500 units built.

Engine and performance

It uses a 4.8-litre naturally aspirated V10 (1LR-GUE) co-developed with Yamaha, producing 553 hp and 560 Nm of torque. The car reaches 0–97 km/h in 3.6 seconds and has a top speed of 325 km/h.

Why it matters

The LFA is a rare and highly regarded supercar, often celebrated for its unique engine sound and handling balance. It remains a collector's item in Canada and around the world, frequently discussed in automotive media.

In short

  • Limited to 500 units globally, sold in 56 countries.
  • Powered by a 4.8-litre V10 developed with Yamaha.
  • Carbon-fibre monocoque for lightweight rigidity.
  • Top speed of 325 km/h and 0–97 km/h in 3.6 seconds.
Canadian angle

The Lexus LFA is relevant to Canadian readers as a rare Japanese supercar that appeared in Canada through Lexus’s North American market presence, and it is often discussed in Canadian automotive media and collector-car circles.

Quick questions

What is the Lexus LFA?
A limited-production supercar from Lexus, built from 2010 to 2012 with a V10 engine and carbon-fibre body.
How many Lexus LFAs were built?
Toyota states that 500 units were produced.
What is the Lexus LFA’s top speed?
Toyota and Lexus materials cite a top speed of 325 km/h.

Sources

  1. Toyota Motor Corporation — https://www.toyota-global.com/company/history_of_toyota/75years/vehicle_lineage/car/id60017188/index.html
    Supports: Production dates, limited production of 500 units, marketing in 56 countries, Japanese price, engine specification and output.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lexus_LFA
    Supports: Engine displacement, power output, top speed, acceleration figures, and general technical specifications.
  3. Lexus — https://prensa.lexusauto.es/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/Dossier%20Lexus_LFA%20ingles.pdf
    Supports: Marketing description, V10 engine output, top speed, and layout.
  4. Cars.com — https://www.cars.com/research/lexus-lfa-2012/
    Supports: Limited-run production, approximate pricing, and market positioning.
  5. Evo — https://www.evo.co.uk/lexus/lfa
    Supports: Engine, transmission, claimed performance figures, and model year context.