Lexus Sport Concept Could Hint at a Future Supercar

Lexus pulled the wraps off its new Sport Concept during Monterey Car Week, signalling the future design language of a potential next-generation Lexus performance car. 

This concept suggests a potential LC replacement in the Lexus lineup or even a next-generation LFA. The current LC has been in production for eight years now and is likely reaching the end of its lifecycle soon. Lexus has historically had at least one performance coupe in its lineup for the best part of 30 years, and based on this concept, it's likely that this won’t change. 

It is difficult to tell if the Sport Concept will materialize to be a more hardcore performance car like the V10-powered LFA or a grand tourer like the LC. From its design alone, the Sport Concept could potentially go either way. 

The design of the Sport Concept features a low, wide stance with a long hood and large wheels to match, a classic take on the coupe silhouette. 

For this concept, Lexus ditched its large spindle grille, which has been used for over a decade, instead opting for a more subtle, low-mounted air intake. The Sport Concept’s front-end design is far more consistent with models like the upcoming Lexus ES. 

The rear receives a full-width lightbar, with Lexus ditching its logo and opting for script instead, a design trait also found on the ES sedan. There also appears to be a large detractable rear-mounted spoiler, and a large diffuser underneath, implying some pretty serious performance. The concept shown features a black roof contrasting the blueish grey body, with a hint of colour from the blue brake calipers. 

There are currently no details on the powertrain that this concept may have. However, based on the air intakes, it’s likely that there will be some form of gasoline engine powering a future Lexus performance car. There is also a high probability that some hybrid component will be featured as well, as many Toyota and Lexus models have made the shift to hybrid powertrains.