It’s been a year since we learned about BMW’s scrapped electric supercar project. Despite internal support, Munich shot it down. Meanwhile, Toyota is reviving its luxury division’s legacy with an all-electric model under the iconic LFA name.
Key Takeaways
- BMW’s canceled EV supercar had 1,300 horsepower and was nearly ready for production.
- Lexus is considering a fully electric version of its beloved LFA model without the V10 engine.
- The new Lexus LFA will share some design elements with Toyota’s GR GT but won’t be in showrooms until after 2027.
BMW’s project team had made significant progress on their electric supercar. The car was designed to compete directly against the new Lexus LFA, which is scheduled for release at some point this decade. But instead of seeing BMW’s EV hit the market first, it looks like we’ll see Toyota’s take a shot at electrifying its performance division.
Toyota and Lexus have been tight-lipped about technical details surrounding their electric supercar project. The all-aluminum body frame is similar to the GR GT but with softer lines giving an elegant look that matches the 2000GT’s legacy. With Toyota developing solid-state batteries, it’s likely these will power the new LFA.
The Lexus Sports Concept was unveiled as a concept car at Tokyo Motor Show in September 2023 and has been getting attention ever since. Although not much is known about its performance capabilities or pricing yet, fans of both Toyota and Lexus are excited to see how this project develops over the next few years.
While BMW’s electric supercar remains a “what if” scenario for car enthusiasts, the new LFA has moved from concept to reality. It’s set to be an all-electric powerhouse that will challenge traditional performance benchmarks when it finally hits dealerships sometime after 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the new Lexus LFA expected?
Lexus hasn’t given an exact release date, but they’re aiming for something closer to the end of this decade. It will likely come out after Toyota’s GR GT in 2027.
Will BMW revisit its electric supercar project?
BMW hasn’t commented on whether it would reconsider bringing back its cancelled EV model, but with the market shift towards electrification, they might take another look at it in future.
The Lexus LFA’s return as an all-electric car is a bold move that could redefine what performance means for luxury brands. It’s exciting to see how this will play out over the next few years as both Toyota and BMW continue to innovate in their respective fields.
