The Power Trio from Toyota and Lexus: GR GT, GR GT3 & LFA Concept Revive the Legacy of the Japanese Supercar.

The Return of the “Japanese Supercar” in Three Forms

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing has unveiled the GR GT and GR GT3 as two new high-performance flagships, alongside the Lexus LFA Concept — an all-electric BEV supercar sharing the same chassis philosophy and engineering roots.

The vision is clear: to build Driver-First machines that redefine extreme driving engagement while preserving the craftsmanship DNA behind legends like the LFA and 2000GT.

Toyota GR GT: A Street-Legal Racing Supercar

The GR GT arrives as a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive supercar, developed to be a “street-legal race machine.” It adopts a full aluminum chassis — the first ever in a Toyota supercar — to reduce weight and increase rigidity.

Its body was shaped with an “aero first” approach, where aerodynamic engineers and designers worked together, resulting in a low stance, massive air intakes, sleek roofline, and GT-style proportions.

Under the hood sits a new 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 paired with a single-motor hybrid system, targeting 650+ hp and 850+ Nm of torque, with a transaxle gearbox and carbon torque tube.

Driver seating position, weight distribution, and center of gravity were engineered for a “car and driver as one” philosophy, as Toyota emphasized in its announcement.

Toyota GR GT3: Toyota’s New Weapon for GT3 Racing

Built on the GR GT platform, the GR GT3 serves as a full FIA-spec customer GT3 race car, designed for competitive endurance and GT touring series.

It retains the core trio — low center of gravity, low weight with high rigidity, and extreme aero performance — refined to make it “a car that can win, yet remains easy to drive,” according to Toyota.

With its aluminum chassis, large aerodynamic package, and pure racing cockpit (roll cage, single seat, race wheel), the GR GT3 is ready for global GT3 championships and may eventually spawn a road-legal derivative.

Lexus LFA Concept: An Electric Successor to a V10 Legend

The Lexus LFA Concept is a fully electric BEV supercar positioned as the spiritual successor to the iconic V10 LFA, sharing the same aluminum tri-element platform (low center of gravity, lightweight/rigid structure, aero-driven design) as GR GT and GR GT3.

Initially revealed as the Lexus Sport Concept, it now carries the LFA Concept name with long-nose, short-tail proportions inspired by the original LFA — now reinterpreted in futuristic language. Dimensions are around 184.6 in length, 80.3 in width, and 47 in height.

The cabin emphasizes immersion and perfect driving posture with a fully digital interface that integrates driver awareness and vehicle control — part of the new “Discover Immersion” philosophy.

Sharing battery and chassis technology with the GR duo, the LFA Concept seeks to push the limits of what an electric supercar can deliver, aiming to become “a global icon beyond borders and cultures.”

Expert Reactions to the New Japanese Trio

Supercar analysts believe the GR GT channels the spirit of the LFA but with a Toyota badge and hybrid V8 — making it a potentially more attainable alternative to high-priced European exotics.

GT racing experts expect the GR GT3 to challenge models like the Porsche 911 GT3 R and Mercedes-AMG GT3, backed by Toyota’s factory support and Gazoo Racing endurance expertise.

EV automotive journalists view the LFA Concept as a bold statement that electric supercars can evoke emotion and passion — potentially forming the foundation of Lexus’ next-generation F-series EV performance line.

Key Highlights for Each Model

Toyota GR GT

• 4.0L twin-turbo V8 hybrid (target: 650+ hp / 850+ Nm)

• Full aluminum chassis, low center of gravity, aero-focused design

• Built around Driver-First philosophy for unity between car and driver

Toyota GR GT3

• FIA-legal GT3 customer race car based on GR GT platform

• Low CG, lightweight/rigid structure, optimized aero for max performance

• Designed for teams wanting a winning car that is easy to drive

Lexus LFA Concept

• Fully electric BEV supercar under “Discover Immersion” philosophy

• Shares aluminum chassis and aero DNA with GR GT/GT3

• Aims to become a global icon and future performance flagship for Lexus

GR GT vs GR GT3 vs LFA Concept

What Does This Trio Mean for the Gulf Market?

In regions like UAE and Saudi Arabia, where supercars thrive and Toyota-Lexus loyalty is strong, the GR GT, GR GT3, and LFA Concept send a clear message:

Japan is returning to the top of the performance world — stronger and more advanced than ever.

GR GT and the future LFA production car could attract buyers seeking a Japanese alternative to European exotics, while GR GT3 might pave the road for regional racing teams to compete globally under the Gazoo Racing banner.