Lexus India has launched a limited-edition model of its sports coupe - the LC 500h - in India at a starting price of Rs 2.15 crore. The company says that the coupe's highlight is its refined aerodynamic performance.
The grand-touring coupe's special edition features aviation-inspired design language borrowing from an earlier partnership between air race pilot Yoshihide Muroya and Lexus engineers that helped him win the 2017 Red Bull Air Race World Championships. A team consisting of the same engineers worked on the design of the Lexus LC 500h.
The vehicle gets carbon-fibre roof and rear air wing spoiler inspired by air racing that helps it achieve greater steering responsiveness and stability. Carbon-fibre accents run throughout the vehicle along with other accessories.
The new vehicle sports a specially developed rear wing fashioned with carbon fiber for enhanced driving and handling. It is powered by a naturally aspirated V6 engine pumping out 264 kW brake horsepower and 350 Nm of torque.
Additionally, to reduce risk of injuries to pedestrians, the limited edition comes with an impact-absorbing pop-up hood which is a sensor-activated safety system that creates a space between the hood and the engine if an impact is detected.
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