The all-electric Lexus LFA concept just made a public appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July. According to lead designer Shogo Kasamatsu, the production model is nearly finished and scheduled for a 2027 launch.
The new supercar completely swaps out a traditional engine for a battery-electric powertrain. Toyota engineers expect this to be the first vehicle equipped with the automaker’s long-anticipated solid-state batteries.
A Racing Bloodline
The EV supercar is being co-developed alongside the Toyota GR GT, sharing a deep structural bloodline with the racing program. And they nailed down the exact footprint. The concept measures 184.6 inches long, 80.3 inches wide, and 47 inches high on a 107.3-inch wheelbase.
Inside the cabin, Lexus added a yoke-style steering wheel, an immersive digital cockpit, and paddle shifters. The engineering team also programmed synthesized sounds and vibrations to directly mimic the iconic V10 engine from the original gas-powered LFA. They want the raw feel of the old car inside a purely electric chassis.
Why the Solid-State Battery Timeline Dictates the LFA’s Success
Toyota has faced repeated internal delays regarding its solid-state battery technology. Originally touted for a 2021 release, the technology’s mass-market timeline is now officially pushed to 2027–2028. This creates an incredibly tight window for the LFA EV.
The pressure is on, especially since Chinese rival BYD debuted its Denza Z supercar at the very same Goodwood event, boasting a 1,582 horsepower tri-motor setup and a 0-62 mph time of 1.96 seconds. That competitor also features 1500kW flash charging capabilities, putting immediate pressure on Toyota’s engineering timeline.
The persistent, multi-year delays in Toyota’s rollout reflect broader automotive industry hurdles in moving next-generation, high-density battery tech from the lab into mass production. The new EV concept is heavily anchored to the legacy of the original gas-powered Lexus LFA. Whether it succeeds depends entirely on Toyota hitting its 2027 battery production targets.