After much teasing and prodding, Lexus finally unveiled the third-generation IS sedan earlier this year at the Detroit Auto Show.
Well, it looks like the Japanese automaker isn’t done with its IS lineup just yet.
According to What Car, Lexus is expected to launch a coupe version of the IS in 2014, which will be based on the IS sedan.
As far as styling goes, the IS Coupe will take inspiration from the 2012 LF-CC Concept that we first saw at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. Should that be the case, you can expect the IS Coupe to carry some of the concept’s design elements, including the large trapezoidal front grille, the contoured and aggressive looking profile, and the expansive use of LED lights.
As far as powertrain is concerned, the thinking within Lexus is to outfit the IS Coupe with the same 2.5-liter hybrid engine, which would only be available in Europe, Japan and other markets, if the coupe model stays consistent with the sedan. In this case, U.S.-bound IS Coupe models would likely arrive with the same 2.5 and 3.5-liter engines as the American sedan, which produce 204 horsepower and 306 horsepower, respectively.
Lexus LF-CC Concept
Unlike its conceptual predecessor, the bold-looking LF-Lc Concept, the LF-CC looks more in tune with the current times as an aggressive sports car with some impressive credentials.
Design-wise, it’s a homerun. Its overall look isn’t so flabbergastingly edgy like the LF-Lc. Instead, Lexus paid careful attention to highlighting the car’s sharp edges without going too aggressive on its profile.
Plus, the LF-CC comes powered by a 2.5-liter hybrid in-line-four engine. The automaker didn’t provide any specification details, but we expect the LF-CC to have close to 300 horsepower with a top speed of about 150 mph.
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