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2012 Lexus LFA

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Rating7.8
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$375,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on December 21, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Powerful naturally-aspirated V10 engine that sings

Eye-watering price tag even while considering the performance

Available to buy this year while it was lease-only for last year

Phenomenally involving steering feedback and driving dynamics

Super-stiff ride quality due to the stiffly sprung suspension setup

Opulent interior and a plethora of customization options

Rivals have more advanced underpinnings while being considerably cheaper

Specs & Features

$375,000

price

552 hp @ 8700 rpm

horsepower

354 lb.-ft. @ 6800 rpm

torque

6-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

4.8L 10cyl RWD 6AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2012 Lexus LFA Coupe makes for an excellent contender in the midsize coupe. With a single trim on offer, the Lexus LFA Coupe has a base MSRP of $375,000, competing directly with the Lamborghini Aventador Coupe, the Ferrari 458 Italia Coupe, and the Aston Martin DBS Coupe. Only a 4.8L V10 engine is offered, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 552 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 3.9 seconds, the LFA Coupe maintains a combined fuel economy of 12 MPG. Lexus offers the LFA Coupe in 30 stunning colors, with the Pearl Yellow being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The 2012 Lexus LFA Coupe is a one-of-a-kind supercar that offers exceptional performance and has an eargasmic exhaust note. It is available in a single trim while there are multiple packages offered. The Configuration 2 package would be a great addition as it adds a navigation system, a very essential rearview camera, and a premium Mark Levinson sound system over the base trim.

Trims

    Base
    $375,000 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Alcantara simulated suede Seat trim
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Rear Fog/driving lights
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio

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2012 Lexus LFA

Price

$375,000

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.85

Horsepower

552 hp @ 8700 rpm

Torque

354 lb.-ft. @ 6800 rpm

Capacity

2

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2012 Lexus LFA vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		3.5 sec11.8 sec202 mph
    		4.1 sec12.6 sec174 mph
    		4.1 sec12.2 sec-
    2012 Audi S5

    Ranked #3

    		4.9 sec13.3 sec155 mph
    2012 Audi TTS

    Ranked #3

    		4.9 sec13.5 sec155 mph
    		4.9 sec13.3 sec183 mph
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    2012 Lexus LFA vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		11 mpg16 mpg12 mpg19.3 gal.212.3/308.8 mi.
      2012 Audi A5

      Ranked #1

      		21 mpg31 mpg25 mpg16.9 gal.354.9/523.9 mi.
      2012 Audi TTS

      Ranked #2

      		21 mpg31 mpg24 mpg15.9 gal.365.7/492.9 mi.
      		20 mpg27 mpg22 mpg16.9 gal.321.1/456.3 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg20 mpg15.9 gal.286.2/397.5 mi.
      		15 mpg25 mpg19 mpg18 gal.-

      2012 Lexus LFA vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		177.4 in.74.6 in.48 in.4.5 in.102.6 in.
        		192.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.4 in.115.8 in.

        2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500

        Ranked #2

        		188.2 in.73.9 in.55.4 in.5.7 in.107.1 in.
        2012 Audi S5

        Ranked #3

        		182.5 in.73 in.53.9 in.4 in.108.3 in.
        2012 Audi A5

        Ranked #4

        		182.1 in.73 in.54 in.5 in.108.3 in.
        		174.6 in.72.6 in.49.1 in.4 in.105.7 in.

        2012 Lexus LFA vs competitor's towing capacity

          Car Name
          Payload Capacity
          Weight
          		SourceCompare
          		-3483 lbs.
          2012 Audi TTS

          Ranked #1

          		772 lbs.3219 lbs.
          		672 lbs.2932 lbs.
          2012 Audi A5

          Ranked #1

          		-3583 lbs.
          		-3306 lbs.
          		-3208 lbs.

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          Horsepower : 552 hp @ 8700 rpm

          MPG Combined : 12 mpg

          0-60 : 3.5 sec

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          MPG Combined : 22 mpg

          0-60 : 5.2 sec

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          0-60 : 7.8 sec

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          MPG Combined : 22 mpg

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          #9

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          Horsepower : 204 hp @ 6400 rpm

          MPG Combined : 22 mpg

          0-60 : 7.9 sec

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