I like this! Just a little over 20k, damn the next RX-7 better be drop dead gorgeous!Or else....


A "Toyota insider" has supposedly spilled a few more beans to 7Tune about the upcoming front-engine, rear-wheel drive coupe the automaker is collaborating on with Subaru, and according to the source, the 2+2 will carry a few of the Lexus LF-A's design cues when it hits the market next year.

Although Lexus' "L-Finesse" styling has remained exclusive to Toyota's luxury brand, certain elements of the language have begun to filter down to the automaker's mainstream models, specifically the recently released Venza CUV. The rendering above hints at some of the lines that could make the cut on the production version of the "086A," but contrary to past reports, 7Tune's tipster says that the Toyota and Subaru versions won't be remarkably different – only the front grille, headlamps and taillights will be unique. The report goes on to say that Toyota is desperately trying to keep the price below the two million yen mark (a little over $20,000) and, coinciding with earlier rumors, Subaru is actively considering offering an STI version of the coupe.

In a related story, ToMoCo's new president, Akio Toyoda – the exec who recently piloted the LF-A around the Green Hell during the 24 Hours of Nürburgring – told Auto Motor und Sport, "This sports culture, which we have neglected for so long, will again be maintained." Toyoda clearly wants to see the automaker back on the radar of enthusiasts and the first example of this newfound focus could find its way onto the stage at this year's Tokyo Motor Show.

 

Though the rendering is good looking, I highly doubt the production will resemble it, plus the body shape reminds me of aston martin for some reason.

 

The rendering is fantastic and a sleek looking car. I'd certainly look into it!

 

i cant wait . Toyota needs to drop kick Nissan off the high horse taht nissan came riding on..

 

I like the design but the back could use a little work though.

 

Am I the only person who sees the love child of a 350/370Z and a Vette?

Looks pretty sleek....I wonder if this would actually come out into production?

 

That's nice looking!
It would be awesome if it was 2500 lbs or so with a screamer 1.8L that redlines at 10K or more.

 

i see a Ferrari 599 in it.

 

Well, it's a toyotaru, so it will weigh over 3000 pounds no matter what. Also, it will not rev past 8k and considering its very low price, I doubt bhp will be more than 200, or at least not by much.

 

i thought they said it would be less than 3000 lbs?

 

^+1!

 

It looks big. i hope it doesn't come out like most of these new cars which tend to be giant sized. Example: GTR, Camaro, Challenger
________
SELENA

 

Beautiful however..... like dmorales said it does look rather big.

Looking at it I see a little bit of Infiniti G37 and a little bit of Aston Martin.

What's interesting about this project is how Mazda will react to it...!!

 

That is very sleek looking and a great shape, but real thing will probably end up more chunky/stubby. I really hope this car has a more sports-car-like shape like the render. Being a FR layout, there's no reason it shouldn't. I agree that they really need to keep this thing under 3000lbs at least but 2700-2800 would be desirable but not likely.