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</div><p>Asia’s Supercar Civil War: Lexus Deploys Electric LFA Against Genesis X Concept<img class="wpe_imgrss" src="https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180944/89481_0.jpg"></p>
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<figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1080" height="605" class="wp-image-89483" src="https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180944/89481_0.jpg" srcset="https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180944/89481_0.jpg 1080w, https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180944/89481_0-640x359.jpg 640w, https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180944/89481_0-768x430.jpg 768w, https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180944/89481_0-150x84.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
<p><span style="background-color: white;">[Courtesy of Genesis] As Genesis officially unveils its high-performance Magma brand to challenge the global performance <a href='https://www.mobilehometransportcost.com' target='_blank' rel='follow'>car</a> market, Japan is responding with an equally ambitious counteroffensive led by Lexus, setting the stage for a new supercar rivalry between two of Asia’s leading luxury marques. While Genesis signals its intent through the bold visual identity of Magma, Lexus is reviving the legendary Lexus LFA nameplate in electric form, positioning it as a technological flagship for the electric era. Lexus recently revealed the LFA Concept, an evolution of the Lexus Sport Concept previously shown at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, and the most significant transformation lies in its powertrain, as the naturally aspirated V10 that defined the original LFA is replaced by a fully battery-electric setup.</span></p>
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<p><span style="background-color: white;">[Courtesy of Lexus] </span>Drawing design and performance DNA from Lexus motorsports programs while signaling ambitions around next-generation technologies such as solid-state batteries, the electric LFA represents Lexus’s vision of a future supercar, framing an emerging rivalry in which Genesis and Lexus pursue high-performance leadership through contrasting yet equally aggressive interpretations of electrification and brand identity. <span style="background-color: white;">This development reflects the long-held philosophy of Akio Toyoda, who has emphasized preserving and evolving core automotive technologies in close alignment with motorsports efforts such as Toyota Gazoo Racing’s GT3 program. The new Lexus LFA is built on a high-strength aluminum space frame shared with the GR GT3, measuring 184.6 inches in length and 80.3 inches in width, with a low, wide stance that underscores its aerodynamically optimized proportions.</span></p>
<figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" class="wp-image-89485" src="https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180952/89481_2.jpg" srcset="https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180952/89481_2.jpg 1024w, https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180952/89481_2-640x360.jpg 640w, https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180952/89481_2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180952/89481_2-150x84.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
<p><span style="background-color: white;">[Courtesy of Hyundai Motor Company] </span>Industry sources suggest Lexus is considering solid-state battery technology for the LFA, a move that could significantly redefine electric range and performance benchmarks. Inside, the focus is squarely on driver immersion, with a yoke-style steering wheel and a tightly integrated cockpit layout that minimizes visual and operational distractions, reinforcing the LFA’s positioning as a pure, driver-centric performance flagship. <span style="background-color: white;">The return of the Lexus LFA sets up a direct confrontation with the ambitions of Genesis Magma, as Genesis has signaled potential entry into the hypercar segment through concepts such as the Genesis X Gran Berlinetta, building momentum from the Genesis GV60 Magma. In this emerging rivalry, Lexus enters as the incumbent defender, leveraging established motorsports pedigree and advanced battery technology, while Genesis positions itself as the challenger seeking to disrupt the segment through distinctive luxury design and aggressive performance engineering.</span></p>
<figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" class="wp-image-89486" src="https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180956/89481_3.jpg" srcset="https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180956/89481_3.jpg 1024w, https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180956/89481_3-640x360.jpg 640w, https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180956/89481_3-768x432.jpg 768w, https://cdn.autopostglobal.com/autopostglobal/2026/01/02180956/89481_3-150x84.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
<p><span style="background-color: white;">[Courtesy of Lexus] </span>A clear strategic divergence is taking shape, with Genesis expected to appeal to enthusiasts via high-performance hybrid powertrains, while Lexus commits decisively to full electrification. As Lexus prepares to introduce an electric supercar positioned as a spiritual successor to both the Lexus LC500 and the original LFA, Genesis Magma is widely anticipated to counter with its own production-bound supercar, intensifying competition at the top end of the global performance market. <span style="background-color: white;">The global automotive community is closely watching as Lexus and Genesis prepare for a high-stakes showdown across North America and other key global markets.</span></p>
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