2012 Lexus LFA Tested

Ferrari-like Lexus hits 60 in 3.7 seconds! Damn why can't I test drive cars for a living Sheesh!

Specifications via CAR AND DRIVER 

VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door coupe 

ESTIMATED PRICE AS TESTED: $375,000 (estimated base price: $375,000)

ENGINE TYPE: DOHC 40-valve V-10, aluminum block and heads, port fuel injection

Displacement: 293 cu in, 4805ccPower (SAE net): 553 bhp @ 8700 rpmTorque (SAE net): 354 lb-ft @ 6800 rpm

TRANSMISSION: 6-speed manual with automated shifting and clutch

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 102.6 in Length: 177.4 inWidth: 74.6 in Height: 48.0 inCurb weight: 3583 lb

PERFORMANCE: 
Zero to 60 mph: 3.7 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 7.8 sec
Zero to 130 mph: 12.9 sec
Zero to 150 mph: 18.3 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 11.8 sec @ 124 mph
Top speed (drag limited): 202 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 156 ft
Roadholding, 200-ft-dia skidpad: 1.00 g

FUEL ECONOMY:
EPA city/highway driving: 14/20 mpg