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2012 Lexus LFA Base

The 2012 Lexus LFA Base is a 552-hp 4.8-liter V10 with a 6-speed automated sequential gearbox w/ paddle shifters, 0.2-second shift time, 4 driving modes and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $375,000 MSRP and is rated at 13 mpg combined.

It makes 552 horsepower at 8,700 rpm and 354 lb-ft of torque at 6800 rpm, spinning to a 9,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 11 mpg city and 16 mpg highway (13 mpg combined).

The LFA measures 177.4 inches long on a 102.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,483 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$375,000 ($530,814 *)
MSRP with Destination$376,500 ($532,938 *)
Destination Charge$1,500
Engine
Engine Type1LR-GUE 72-degree even-firing V10
Displacement4.8 L
Horsepower552 hp @ 8,700 rpm
Torque354 lb-ft @ 6800 rpm
Redline9,000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cylinder, Dual VVT-i
Bore and Stroke88 x 79
Compression Ratio12.0:1
Injection TypeElectronic Fuel Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission6-speed Automated Sequential Gearbox (ASG) w/ paddle shifters, 0.2-second shift time, 4 driving modes (AUTO/SPORT/NORMAL/WET)
1st Gear3.23 (66 mph **)
2nd Gear2.19 (97 mph **)
3rd Gear1.61 (132 mph **)
4th Gear1.23 (173 mph **)
5th Gear0.97 (220 mph **)
6th Gear0.8 (266 mph **)
Reverse3.59
Final Drive3.42
Fuel Economy
City11 MPG
Highway16 MPG
Combined13 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble Wishbone
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersCarbon Ceramic Material (CCM) brake discs
Front Brake Disc15.4 in.
Rear Brake Disc14.2 in.
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front20 in. x 9.5 in.
Wheels Rear20 in. x 11.5 in.
Tires FrontP265/35ZR20
Tires RearP305/30ZR20
Dimensions & Weight
Length177.4 in
Width74.6 in
Height48 in
Wheelbase102.6 in
Front Track62.2 in
Rear Track61.8 in
Ground Clearance4.5 in
Curb Weight3,483 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline
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