Toyota’s new GR GT and Lexus LFA Concept prove petrolheads and EV nerds have to share now

Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) and Lexus have revealed three new halo machines — the GR GT, GR GT3, and Lexus LFA Concept.
Successors to icons like the Toyota 2000GT and Lexus LFA, they fuse timeless driving feel with new-age tech: hybrid V8 power and BEV innovation.

All three were developed under Akio Toyoda, a.k.a. Master Driver Morizo, keeping Toyota’s “driver-first” ethos alive for a new generation.

For UAE enthusiasts, this is the top tier of Toyota and Lexus performance — a flagship road car, a GT3 racer, and an electric Lexus concept that preview the next chapter in Tbreak Cars coverage.

Three new flagships, one shared philosophy

Toyota likens the three models to “Shikinen Sengu”, a centuries-old Shinto ritual of renewal that passes skills from one generation to the next.

• GR GT, GR GT3, and Lexus LFA Concept are described internally as flagship sports cars.
• All channel the spirit of the 2000GT and LFA.
• Development priorities include:
  • Low centre of gravity
  • Lightweight, high-rigidity design
  • Advanced aerodynamics

Rather than isolated projects, they share teams and lessons. Each acts as a rolling development lab — perfecting aero, chassis, and hybrid/BEV systems that will later appear in more accessible performance models.

GR GT: front-engine flagship with hybrid V8 power

The Toyota GR GT becomes the road-going crown jewel of Gazoo Racing — a front-engine, rear-drive coupe with hybrid V8 muscle.

• Front-engine, rear-drive layout with ultra-low CG
• First-ever all-aluminium body frame from Toyota
• Powertrain highlights:
  • 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8
  • Single-motor hybrid system
  • Target output: 650+ PS, torque: 850+ Nm
• Drivetrain:
  • Carbon-fibre torque tube
  • Rear-mounted transaxle (8-speed auto)
  • Integrated electric motor and LSD

It’s Toyota’s modern spin on the grand-touring formula — powerful yet balanced, aimed at road use and track capability alike.

GR GT3: Toyota’s FIA-spec GT racer

The GR GT3 is Toyota’s next step into international GT3 racing, sharing core architecture with the GR GT.

• Based on the GR GT platform
• Full FIA GT3 specification for customer teams
• Aluminium space-frame chassis and double-wishbone suspension
• 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8
• Designed for both pro and “gentleman” drivers

Toyota intends to offer factory technical support worldwide, making GR GT3 a serious option for private teams in championships from Europe to the Middle East.

More details are available via Toyota Gazoo Racing Global.

Lexus LFA Concept: the LFA reborn as a BEV

The Lexus LFA Concept carries the spirit of the original V10 LFA into the battery-electric era.

• Developed alongside GR GT and GR GT3 by a unified team
• Crafted to redefine the emotional side of electric performance
• Draws on Takumi engineering and LFA craftsmanship
• Aims to prove BEVs can thrill as much as combustion supercars

Though Lexus hasn’t shared specs, the intent is clear — a pure electric halo car showing where Lexus performance is heading.

Stay tuned to Lexus Global Newsroom for official updates.

What it means for UAE fans

Toyota hasn’t confirmed production or UAE availability for any of the three flagships yet. This reveal focuses on the brand’s future direction — hybrid innovation, electrification, and motorsport heritage.

• Toyota and Lexus already have a strong UAE presence via Al-Futtaim.
• Both brands lead in hybrid adoption across the region.
• These flagships showcase the technology pipeline behind tomorrow’s showroom models.

FAQ

What are the Toyota GR GT and GR GT3?
The GR GT is a new flagship road-going sports car using a hybrid 4.0-litre V8.
The GR GT3 is its FIA-spec race version for customer teams worldwide.

What engine and power does the GR GT use?
A twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 with an electric motor hybrid system targeting 650 PS+ and 850 Nm+.

Is the Lexus LFA Concept fully electric?
Yes. It’s a BEV sports car carrying the LFA’s spirit into the electric age.

Will they come to the UAE?
No launch dates yet, but expect updates via Al-Futtaim Toyota and Lexus UAE when production plans materialise.

What does “Shikinen Sengu” mean?
A Japanese ritual of renewal — Toyota uses it to describe how projects like GR GT, GR GT3 and LFA Concept pass craftsmanship between generations.

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