Next Lexus IS-F May Use Twin-Turbo V6 Engine

The downsizing trend is catching on in each and every segment of the car industry and not even niches can skip it these days. The latest example of a niche vehicle that is expected to go down this road brings the next generation of the Lexus IS-F under the spotlights.

It seems that Toyota will mount twin-turbo V6 powerplant on the next high-performance version of the IS, as the current 5.0-liter naturally-aspirated V8 will no longer be able to live up to the efficiency and emission standards imposed by the competition.

The next IS-F’s twin-turbo V6 is expected to place around 450 hp and 450 lb-ft (609 Nm) of torque at the mercy of the driver’s right foot, which can be translated into an increase of 34 hp and 79 lb-ft (107 Nm) over what the current model has to offer.

Since BMW confirmed that the next M3 will receive a six-cylinder engine using forced induction, it means that the Mercedes C63 AMG will be the only car in this class with a V8. However, the C63 AMG will probably drop the naturally-aspirated 6.2-liter V8 in favor of the new 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8.

Via: Autoblog