There’s no doubt Lexus is flogging its rivals in America’s competitive luxury market but there remains serious concerns within Lexus that this success could be a single-generation phenomena and that the next-generation of buyers are more likely to look elsewhere for a luxury vehicle. Market researchers predict the average age of luxury buyers will drop […]
Lexus may still be establishing itself in the Japanese domestic market but that hasn’t stopped it from preparing two concept vehicles and six production models for the nation’s premier auto show. Set to grace the stands at the upcoming Tokyo event will be the all-new LF-Xh performance SUV concept as well as the stunning LF-A […]
Despite Lexus showing off its new sports sedan back in January at the Detroit Auto Show the company has been surprisingly tight-lipped about the number of horses kicking under the hood. However, today’s Japanese launch of the IS F allowed to officially state the figures as well as other details it hasn’t revealed before. The […]
Like a five-year-old kid, Lexus apparently just can’t wait for Christmas this year, and is already offering a special edition car for the still-distant holiday season. The Neiman Marcus IS F Special Build Sedan (the name just rolls of the tongue) will be offered in the Neiman Marcus 2007 Christmas book.
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Lexus already uses its early adoption of hybrid technology as a way to differentiate itself from the more established German luxury marques, and now it could take this differentiation to the next level by introducing a range of high-performance hybrids. Lexus hopes to appeal to a niche audience after something sporty but still environmentally friendly.
Speaking […]
Lexus will be taking on two of its most coveted rivals, Mercedes’ C63 and the BMW M3, with its all new IS-F performance sedan. This latest video shows the car going through some high-speed antics down at the Laguna Seca speedway, and, by the looks of things, IS-F owners will have nothing to worry about […]
Lexus is unlikely to launch a sub-$30,000 model in the U.S. but that doesn’t mean it won’t develop a new entry-level model for other markets. One possibility is Europe, where small cars like BMW’s 1-series hatch and Mercedes A and B-Class sell in substantial numbers. Toyota exec Tokuichi Uranishi has revealed that Lexus could develop […]
Earlier this week we reported about BMW offering a range of new factory-backed performance parts and now we can confirm Lexus will be releasing its own range of accessories at the end of next month. Lexus will be using the upcoming SEMA show in Las Vegas, which is being sponsored by Toyota, to debut its […]
Born on shaky ground in the U.S. in 1989, Toyota’s Lexus marque has since grown to become the nation’s best-selling luxury brand. Now Toyota is hoping similar success can be found around the world.
Russia and China are welcoming the brand with open arms. Japan, Toyota’s home market, has been slower to accept Lexus as a […]
Lexus has added a new model to its GS lineup, the new GS460 powered by the same 1UR-FSE 4.6L V8 engine as in the LS flagship. However, the GS doesn’t receive the new direct injection system used in the LS, meaning power levels are slightly down. The engine in the GS460 develops its max power […]
Lexus is confident its cars will be perceived as luxury no matter how many units it sells as long as pricing remains above $30,000. The comments come as Lexus prepares to expand its lineup with even more models and battles internal concerns that too much volume may harm its luxury status.
To maintain the $30,000 and […]
Lexus will unveil its latest “special edition” version of its aging coupe, the SC430, at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Lexus Fashion Preview on Aug. 17. This car will signify Lexus’ ongoing partnership with the Pebble Beach Company.
The Special edition car will be available in a unique interior/exterior color combination. This will consist […]
Buick has equaled Lexus in J.D. Power and Associates’ latest vehicle dependability study, the first time in twelve years that another carmaker has tied with the industry leader for first place. For the 2007 vehicle dependability study, more than 53,000 owners of cars bought in 2004 were questioned on aspects of quality and reliability with […]
Despite the findings of a new study that found the popularity of hybrid cars was sinking in favor of diesels, Lexus is pushing ahead with the roll-out of more petrol-electric models and has announced that it will be lifting production of the eco-friendly cars.
Lexus exec James H. Colon has revealed that there’ll be more […]
Japanese tuning house Fabulous, a specialist in tricking out Lexus and Toyota products, has released its latest kit for the LS460 limo. The pack consists of mostly stylistic changes for the car’s exterior but there’s also a unique foldaway table designed for the front passenger section. This interior shot shows the table installed in a […]