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Lexus · Sports Car · 2010–2012

Lexus LFA A10

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
5.0 / 5.0 · Based on 1 engine variants

Engine Overview

The Lexus LFA A10 is available with 2 engine variants — from 560 to 571 hp.

4.8L V10 · Petrol· 560 PS
2010 2012
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
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LFA Nürburgring · Petrol· 571 PS
2012 2012
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
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The Lexus 4.8L V10 (Petrol, 560 PS) has the 1LR-GUE (4.8L V10) — rated: "Good Choice", 4 known weaknesses.

The Lexus LFA Nürburgring (Petrol, 571 PS) has the 1LR-GUE (4.8L V10) — rated: "Good Choice", 4 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Carbon Monocoque Repair — Five Figures and Up

65% CFRP, 35% aluminum — barely any steel in the entire car. A door alone costs $40,000. Tokyo highway rear-end collision: $113,000 damage. Georgia crash rebuild estimate 2024: $400,000-500,000.

Symptoms: Visible carbon structure damage, paint chips to weave, deformation after impact
Ad CFRP repair Lexus LFAcarbon monocoque LFA body panel
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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 12 weaknesses have been documented for the Lexus LFA A10 (2010–2012) — 4 engine-related and 8 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Body, Electronics, Other, Suspension. Considered reliable: 1LR-GUE (4.8L V10).

What to watch out for with the Lexus LFA? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Lexus LFA A10 have? +
The Lexus LFA A10 has 4 known engine weaknesses and 8 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Lexus LFA A10? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: 1LR-GUE (4.8L V10). The most reliable engine is the 1LR-GUE (4.8L V10) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the 1LR-GUE (4.8L V10).
Which Lexus LFA A10 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Lexus LFA A10. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 4 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Lexus LFA A10 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Lexus LFA A10 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} The intake manifold is tuned like a guitar, the titanium exhaust sings formants like a human voice. Below 3,000 RPM a deep rumble, above 7,000 an F1 scream that's addictive. The ASG shifts in 200ms and deliberately feels like a manual — lift off, tap the paddle, goosebumps. Ferrari owners asked the Lexus engineer: 'How many engines has it used?' — 'Just one.' 'How many transmissions replaced?' — 'Never.'
Is the Lexus LFA A10 worth buying used? +
The Lexus LFA A10 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Lexus LFA A10? +
The Lexus LFA A10 is available with engine variants from 560 to 571 hp. Petrol: 1LR-GUE (4.8L V10).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee