Today’s the day for Lexus to formally lift the wraps off its new LF-Gh hybrid concept ahead of its global debut at the 2011 New York International Auto Show, which runs for the public from April 22 to May 1. The Japanese firm’s latest concept is for a premium grand tourer that previews a new design direction for the next generation of Lexus models.
Even though Toyota’s luxury division won’t say it, the LF-Gh’s also hints at a replacement for the GS given the proximity in size between the two models as the concept measures 192.5-in. long, 73.6-in. wide, 57.1-in. tall while riding on a 112.2-in long wheelbase. In comparison, the current GS is 190.7-in long, 71.7-in. wide, 56.1-in tall and rides on the same 112.2-in long wheelbase.
Lexus says that through this exercise, it redefines its L-Finesse design philosophy, which debuted in 2001, adding that it represents a bolder styling that “unites hard and soft; and energetic and soothing elements”. Needless to say, the LF-Gh has borrowed many styling elements from Lexus’ first supercar, the LF-A, including the body surfaces as well as the shape of the tail lamps, headlights and front grille.
“Customers have been waiting for a bold concept like this from Lexus,” said Mark Templin, Lexus Division group vice president and general manager. “We look forward to their feedback and integrating some of these exciting design features into future Lexus vehicles.”
We only get a glimpse of the interior in these photos, but from what we can tell, the LF-A also played a role in the styling of the cabin and dashboard. According to the Japanese automaker, “it is an interior designed to respond to the needs of customers who know true quality, and are particular about details”.
The only information we get about the powertrain setup is that the LF-Gh features a hybrid propulsion system.
More details will be released next week during the car’s world premiere at the New York Auto Show.
34 Comments:
what the ...
the front just like a SH!T !!
ummm....ugly....
Just looks like a modified lexus is
The rear end is definitely a winner in my books, but that front fascia desperately needs to be readdressed. Surely Toyota/Lexus will get it right for the production model...
Horror
front is terrible, who is exterior senior designer????...
Since the line is very reminiscent of the BMW 5 (E60)
Wan Wan Wan...
nicely done, a style of its own.
i have to say the 2007 hyundai genesis sedan concept looks better than this...still a good looking car tho
" i have to say the 2007 hyundai genesis sedan concept looks better than this...still a good looking car tho"
I thought the same thing! And the Hyundai does look better.
Is this nuclear powered, or just a byproduct of its manufacturing environment?
Wow, first Acura, now Lexus has hit the skids. Horribly awful! Does Lf-Gh must mean Laugh til my Gut Hurt? Maybe they should name it the Lexus Vader, as in the Darth Vader front?
That thing is just plain ugly!!! As all Lexus' are.
This thing looks like a Chinese Hyundai knock-off, way to go Lexus
haha, It's so bad, I can't believe this isn't a student rendering. This is official. Lexus has lost it's way, lol
bmw 5 series?
Everytime lexus undergoes one of these 'refreshes' I keep thinking "will they finally get the styling right and make a car that doesn't look like it was designed by a committee of middle-age japanese business men?"
The answer, as it has been for nearly 20 years now, is a resouding no.
i see bmw in this car...more pretty but front grill loook so wierd
why they make cars look like audi now. stupid leds on the headlights and big ass ugly gaping hole of a grill. it looks ugly on audis and it looks ugly on this car. back to the drawing board on the front but rear looks ok.
Now even Acura's designs make sense ...
It looks like the predator had butt sex with a Toyota Avalon.
No respect to prior posts, crap utter crap. Goodbye Lexux
1st picture, I'm ready to buy, but it needs to have a regular gas engine or diesel engine with 30 mpg average, then it's a definite buy.
Wow..I was hopeful for cutting edge yet stylish - I even drive a LS now - but he LfGh looks like Battlestar Galactica Cylon meets an Audi front end. The multi-bulb headlights are not attractive. Its really a shame because Lexus has had plenty of time too make a beauty. Maybe they'll clean it up before its final reveal.
dissapointed. i was hoping it would look smiliar to this old pshop/rendering thats been circulating around the web for several years
http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2009/12/lexus-gs-f-said-to-be-still-under.html
Audi on the front and Beemer on the side profile and rear. Why not copy the best selling luxury brands?
uuuuggggglllyy! I've seen better concepts from eastern European design students. I hate the LF and what it represents; wins some god damn races then talk about having a supercar!
you cant polish a turd
Looks really good for the most part. For at least the concept need to do something to make the side profile more interesting though. The front grill is alittle too aggresive but should be toned down anyways when the production model arrives. Would have been nicer to see all the design elements kept to their original GS silouette though......that would have been more interesting and more their own. i drive a 5 series now and drove a GS before. BMW and Merc reliability reminds me of my VW's when i was alittle more ignorant about reliability and perhaps my expectations were lower. At least Lexus are now trying to put some emotion in their car designs and they are best at fit and finish and paticularly their electricals.......never a complaint.
i do like the new tail lights really good and the front running light placement is well done too.
Is this a bad photochop or is lexus toyota really going further down hill in design?
ugly
Toyota is fast becoming the GM of the eighties and this so called car show how bad they have got in the last few years. the whole shape of this car is just horrible looking from every angle.
The tail lights and head lamps look great but they just do not work on this car's silhouette. Is Toyota even checking these designs before they are released to the public because these past few years the cars and trucks Toyota motors has released have been a huge embarrassment.
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