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Lexus LF-Xh concept & IS 250C 2008 AIMS

October 9, 2008 by Matt Brogan  




Lexus has unveiled its LF-Xh hybrid SUV concept and lifted the lid off its IS 250 with a new convertible model straight from the Paris Show.

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The all-wheel drive LF-Xh features a V6 petrol engine mated to an electric hybrid drive system.

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Its modern appearance is inspired by the unique L-Finesse design philosophy, featuring LED headlamps, handeless doors ad distinct blue hybrid badging.

“With the LF-Xh hybrid concept, it also demonstrates our ongoing commitment to hybrid technology as a core Lexus power-train.”

Based on the IS 250 platform, the new IS 250C features a lightweight three-piece folding roof and segment-leading boot and rear occupant space.

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Extensive revisions to body structure and suspension components have resulted in exceptional torsional stiffness on par with the IS sedan.

The new convertible model also gains Lexus’ pre-crash, vehicle dynamics integrated management system and features a newly designed enlarged side airbag which provides head protection in the event of side impact.

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The IS 250C will be powered by Lexus’ proven 153kW 2.5-litre V6 power plant mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.

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Comments

12 Responses to “Lexus LF-Xh concept & IS 250C 2008 AIMS”
  1. The Salesman says:

    That is a stunning model; I mean the guys over at Ford must feel ripped of.
    I speak of the cars of course.

  2. Frontman says:

    Actually I don’t think she’s that great, and she’s pidgeon toed……… As for the cars, MEH
    Why would it affect the guys at FORD???? They had 6 uni students………. far more aproachable and probably more fun :-)

  3. Baji says:

    LOL. she looks damn fine to me :-D

  4. DanMan says:

    Need to see her topless like the Lexus..

    C’mon we were all thinking it… weren’t we? No?

    Actually that Lexus is smoking hot.

  5. Bavarian Missile says:

    No we weren’t all thinking it,seems most of us aren’t interested in Lexus or Toyota and the only way you get excited from their stand seems to be the chicks on it…….put your manners back in Danman and stop being crude!

  6. Frontman says:

    Sorry guys didn’t realise there was a Lexus in the shot. :-(
    At least this convertable looks better than the last one, what was it??? ahh that’s right the Copen on Steroids……

  7. DanMan says:

    Hmmm Thats funny BM considering your ‘distraction’ avatar…

    Oh that not me being crude. me being crude is saying i would love to (your comment is awaiting moderation) and then after that (your comment is awaiting moderation) all over her, and then (your comment is awaiting moderation). Now THAT was crude…

  8. The Salesman says:

    Why are two of my three comments awaiting moderation???
    Come on guy’s it was all above board.

  9. DanMan says:

    Yeah it gets weird. anything remotely offensive gets pinged.. insert a numerical character in any suss word like cr8p will get through…

    also doesn’t like links…

  10. Bavarian Missile says:

    mmmmmmmmmm yes Danman my CARTOON avatar you mean………..grow up!

  11. Wheelnut says:

    It’s nice to see my artwork is getting noticed – Thanks Danman

  12. DanMan says:

    thats all right,

    Reminded me of artwork from ‘jesus built my hotrod’ Butthole surfers video clip…

    very close. nice!

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