AMG
28-08-2005, 10:34 PM
Lexus hopes the redesigned IS will give the BMW 3 series a run for its money.
IS: With the redesigned 2006 IS, Lexus is trying again to challenge the BMW 3 series. The entry-luxury, rear-wheel-drive sports sedan offers 204-hp, 2.5-liter and 306-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 engines. Expect coupe and convertible versions in spring 2008 as 2008 or 2009 models.
ES: The redesigned ES sedan arrives for the 2007 model year, due at dealerships in the spring of 2006. While the IS sedan is about the driving experience, the ES will be about jamming as much luxury as possible into a roomy entry-luxury vehicle.
GS: Although redesigned this spring, the GS sedan will get quick engine upgrades. Lexus has filed for patents for the names "GS 350" and "GS 460," meaning significant near-term engine upgrades are in the works.
The hybrid GS 450h will arrive in the spring of 2006, powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 mated to Toyota's hybrid powertrain. The car is expected to reach 60 mph in less than 6.0 seconds, faster than the V-8 version of the GS sedan, while still delivering 30 mpg, Toyota sources say.
LS: Lexus executives say the fall of 2006 will be like 1989, when Lexus and the LS were launched in the United States. They are that confident that the redesigned 2007 LS 460 flagship will once again take the luxury segment by storm.
The 2007 model will feature a 4.6-liter V-8 that produces 350 hp, mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission and optional awd. A hybrid version, called the LS 600h, will arrive in the 2008 model year. Mating the V-8 engine to Toyota's hybrid system, the LS 600h will have the equivalent power of a 6.0-liter engine, while delivering V-6 fuel economy, Toyota sources say.
A long-wheelbase edition will allow Lexus to go head-to-head against the BMW 7 series.
SC: Lexus' retractable hard-top coupe will be redesigned in the spring of 2007 for the 2008 model year.
LF-A: Lexus debuted a high-performance concept at this year's Detroit auto show that drew gasps. Although Toyota has not confirmed the car as production-ready, the automaker has several mules frequently zipping around the track in Nurburgring, Germany.
The LF-A sports car is expected to pack around 500 hp and go on sale in spring 2007 as a 2008 model with a sticker price of around $100,000.
RX: The hybrid version of the RX sport wagon hit dealerships in the spring of 2005 as a 2006 model. During the 2006 model year, the RX will get a displacement boost to a 3.5-liter V-6, an engine shared with the Toyota Avalon and Lexus ES 350. The redesigned RX is slated to arrive in March 2008 as a 2009 model.
VX: The VX sport wagon, with three rows of seats, will be the RX's big brother. The VX will be developed on the GS vehicle platform and debut in early 2007 as a 2007 or 2008 model.
The Lexus LF-X concept shows the styling direction for the VX. Power is expected to come from a 4.3-liter V-8, although a 3.5-liter V-6 might also be offered. The VX would line up against the Infiniti FX.
GX: No major changes are foreseen for the SUV.
JX: JX is the name given to Lexus' new body-on-frame SUV, arriving for the 2008 model year. One engine likely will be offered, a 5.4-liter V-8. The JX will share a rwd platform with the upcoming redesigned Tundra pickup. The JX will replace Lexus' LX SUV.
افليوشن الكهربائية (http://www.japanesecarfans.com/news.cfm/newsid/2050824.001)
IS: With the redesigned 2006 IS, Lexus is trying again to challenge the BMW 3 series. The entry-luxury, rear-wheel-drive sports sedan offers 204-hp, 2.5-liter and 306-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 engines. Expect coupe and convertible versions in spring 2008 as 2008 or 2009 models.
ES: The redesigned ES sedan arrives for the 2007 model year, due at dealerships in the spring of 2006. While the IS sedan is about the driving experience, the ES will be about jamming as much luxury as possible into a roomy entry-luxury vehicle.
GS: Although redesigned this spring, the GS sedan will get quick engine upgrades. Lexus has filed for patents for the names "GS 350" and "GS 460," meaning significant near-term engine upgrades are in the works.
The hybrid GS 450h will arrive in the spring of 2006, powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 mated to Toyota's hybrid powertrain. The car is expected to reach 60 mph in less than 6.0 seconds, faster than the V-8 version of the GS sedan, while still delivering 30 mpg, Toyota sources say.
LS: Lexus executives say the fall of 2006 will be like 1989, when Lexus and the LS were launched in the United States. They are that confident that the redesigned 2007 LS 460 flagship will once again take the luxury segment by storm.
The 2007 model will feature a 4.6-liter V-8 that produces 350 hp, mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission and optional awd. A hybrid version, called the LS 600h, will arrive in the 2008 model year. Mating the V-8 engine to Toyota's hybrid system, the LS 600h will have the equivalent power of a 6.0-liter engine, while delivering V-6 fuel economy, Toyota sources say.
A long-wheelbase edition will allow Lexus to go head-to-head against the BMW 7 series.
SC: Lexus' retractable hard-top coupe will be redesigned in the spring of 2007 for the 2008 model year.
LF-A: Lexus debuted a high-performance concept at this year's Detroit auto show that drew gasps. Although Toyota has not confirmed the car as production-ready, the automaker has several mules frequently zipping around the track in Nurburgring, Germany.
The LF-A sports car is expected to pack around 500 hp and go on sale in spring 2007 as a 2008 model with a sticker price of around $100,000.
RX: The hybrid version of the RX sport wagon hit dealerships in the spring of 2005 as a 2006 model. During the 2006 model year, the RX will get a displacement boost to a 3.5-liter V-6, an engine shared with the Toyota Avalon and Lexus ES 350. The redesigned RX is slated to arrive in March 2008 as a 2009 model.
VX: The VX sport wagon, with three rows of seats, will be the RX's big brother. The VX will be developed on the GS vehicle platform and debut in early 2007 as a 2007 or 2008 model.
The Lexus LF-X concept shows the styling direction for the VX. Power is expected to come from a 4.3-liter V-8, although a 3.5-liter V-6 might also be offered. The VX would line up against the Infiniti FX.
GX: No major changes are foreseen for the SUV.
JX: JX is the name given to Lexus' new body-on-frame SUV, arriving for the 2008 model year. One engine likely will be offered, a 5.4-liter V-8. The JX will share a rwd platform with the upcoming redesigned Tundra pickup. The JX will replace Lexus' LX SUV.
افليوشن الكهربائية (http://www.japanesecarfans.com/news.cfm/newsid/2050824.001)