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Lexus IS-F
Lexus today unveiled the IS-F luxury sedan at the 2007 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The all-new 2008 IS-F will target the BMW M3 and Audi RS4, delivering more than 400 horsepower and 350 ft.-lbs. of torque from a 5.0-liter V8 engine. It will eventually be offered as a two-door coupe, as well.
Much of the development of the new IS-F took place at Fuji Speedway and the Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Japan. The IS-F is based on the rear-wheel-drive Lexus IS, which is equipped with a double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension. The IS-F engine is mated to the world’s first eight-speed "direct sport-shift" transmission. A new torque-converter lock-up control was developed that allows for a direct, crisp gear change through the constant lock-up of the torque converter in second through eighth gears.
In Drive mode, the IS-F transmission performs smoothly, and the torque converter allows for quick 0-60 acceleration in less than 4.9 seconds. The transmission also features a manual mode operated via a pair of paddles. Downshifts are accompanied by automated throttle blips to match engine RPM to vehicle speed. Heavy-duty Brembo brakes with 14.2-inch discs and six-piston calipers ensure all the power is kept under control. The IS-F features custom-designed 19-inch forged alloy wheels as standard.
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I struggle to think the point of it. I don't think it's got much to do against the german supersaloons...
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thats one mean looking car!
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i think they needed that kind of a car. every european saloon has its sporty equivalent and japanese have still lacks in the european market in that niche
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German mini super-saloons > this. It's a nice car, but the front 3/4 look awkward, and aint got shiznit on the subtlety of the Germans. This isn't the way a car like this should look, it should be understated but still have the ability to kill a cocky 911 driver...
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[QUOTE=Ferrer]I struggle to think the point of it. I don't think it's got much to do against the german supersaloons...[/QUOTE]
Actually, I think it's a step in the right direction. Maybe not the best of steps, but a first nonetheless.
How much power is this thing packing anyway?
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5L v8, with more than 400hp
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overdone IMO...although the interior is hot:D I'd take a C55 AMG any day though...
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Yeah, overdone for me, i think a regular Is with bigger wheel arches should have been enough. That engine air exit behind the front wheels really spoils it for me, front bumper next... shame.
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It needs a manual gearbox if it wants to run with M3s.