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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.
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i think its awful.. the hood line in profile is just bad. the side vent is gimmicky and seemingly unnecessary, and also just silly looking. and then KOTR is right, needs a stick. not the crappy 8 speeds auto that has gotten such awful reviews.
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Little overdone, but I'm sure one drive and all excesses will be forgiven.
Toyota, please offer a manual as an option and make this a true contender in the supersedan segment.
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I will be very surprised if the new M3 comes with anything other than the 7sp SMG box
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true i think with a propper gearbox, it will give the M3 a good run 4 the money...but think it looks better then tha e90...now lets se how the coupe will look...
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Why that lousy blue? Here's a good color to start M3 hunting with....
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[QUOTE=NSXType-R]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?[/QUOTE]
It's rumoured to have 425bhp, but as jinst4 said, the official line is over 400bhp. In my opinion this car has nothing worthy or different or new to make it a winner. The Audi S4/RS4 have brilliant built quality, Quattro 4-wheel drive (classic Audi trademark), and [I]that[/I] engine in the case of the RS4. The Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG has probably one of the most charismatic V8 in production now and they are the original super saloon makers. And the BMW M3 has racing pedigree a lot of (clever?) technology.
Plus, as has been said, it's overdone and it only comes as an auto. I could be wrong, but this is my opinion.
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[QUOTE=Cyco]I will be very surprised if the new M3 comes with anything other than the 7sp SMG box[/QUOTE]
He speakth the truth
[QUOTE=Ingolstadt]Why that lousy blue? Here's a good color to start M3 hunting with....[/QUOTE]
Next time you post my photos kindly mention where you obtained them
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[QUOTE=Ferrer]The Audi S4/RS4 have brilliant built quality, Quattro 4-wheel drive (classic Audi trademark), and [I]that[/I] engine in the case of the RS4. The Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG has probably one of the most charismatic V8 in production now and they are the original super saloon makers. And the BMW M3 has racing pedigree a lot of (clever?) technology.[/QUOTE]
It's a Lexus, so it'll be brilliantly built, and handle exceptionally well despite not having AWD, and Toyota V8s aren't exactly underachievers.
Though I can't argue with BMWs racing background, though how much of it affects the new M3 is something yet to be seen.
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[QUOTE=2ndclasscitizen]It's a Lexus, so it'll be brilliantly built, and handle exceptionally well despite not having AWD, and Toyota V8s aren't exactly underachievers.
Though I can't argue with BMWs racing background, though how much of it affects the new M3 is something yet to be seen.[/QUOTE]
You're right, however in my opinion this still has no charisma... :(
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[QUOTE=Ferrer]You're right, however in my opinion this still has no charisma... :([/QUOTE]
Yeah, you're probably right there. Still wanna see how it goes though.
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[QUOTE=Ferrer]It's rumoured to have 425bhp, but as jinst4 said, the official line is over 400bhp. In my opinion this car has nothing worthy or different or new to make it a winner. The Audi S4/RS4 have brilliant built quality, Quattro 4-wheel drive (classic Audi trademark), and [I]that[/I] engine in the case of the RS4. The Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG has probably one of the most charismatic V8 in production now and they are the original super saloon makers. And the BMW M3 has racing pedigree a lot of (clever?) technology.
Plus, as has been said, it's overdone and it only comes as an auto. I could be wrong, but this is my opinion.[/QUOTE]
They could certainly do a manual for it, although you're right, it probably will have an automatic. The way I see it, there are no other Japanese car manufacturers trying to step into the market at all. So you gotta give them some credit for trying at least. :p
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[QUOTE=NSXType-R]They could certainly do a manual for it, although you're right, it probably will have an automatic.[/QUOTE]
Not probably, but rahter for sure, as the press release states so and the pictures of the interior show and automatic gearbox gear lever.
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[QUOTE=Ferrer]Not probably, but rahter for sure, as the press release states so and the pictures of the interior show and automatic gearbox gear lever.[/QUOTE]
They could always add one later on, as with the M5. Popular demand can work wonders. ;)
In any case, one can always hope. :D