Reception
Car and Driver concluded in its review of the LFA and its performance that the carbon-fiber supercar rated as a "bargain" compared to the more expensive Enzo Ferrari and Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In May 2010, Motor Trend ran the LFA through several track tests and praised its driving dynamics and performance. The LFA has also been criticized for being sold at a price much higher than comparable super-cars.
GTspirit.com tested the LF-A in Monaco in May 2010 and gave it a positive review with quotes such as "The LFA is incredibly easy to drive. It communicates well, has a superb overall balance and the transparency of the options is an eye-opener. The choice between the racing setup and an all-day trip through a dense city is easily changed." and "the “I want one” feeling grew considerably ever single minute."
Many reviewers have placed Lexus LFA near the top of the cars they have ever driven. Chris Harris of Evo UK had called LFA as the "best car I have ever driven around Nurburgring. No other car inspires more confidence than the LFA". Autoweek Netherlands professional driver Sandor Van Ees had stated "Lexus LFA - that sound, that experience. I place Lexus LFA in the top 5 best cars I have ever driven". Dutch European journalist Thomas Bangma had said "this car is an absolute gem...It is absolutely the best car I have ever driven". Car Magazine editor and professional test driver Ben Barry called LFA Nurburgring edition as "the Bugatti Veyron of Japan".
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