Lexus LF-Ch Concept

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Making its world debut at the 2009 Frankfurt motor show, the Lexus LF-Ch full hybrid concept is Lexus’s first approach to the competitive European premium compact segment.

The exterior design is characterized by "powerful surfacing and hand-sculpted details" inspired by the brand's L-finesse design philosophy

Blacked-out B-pillars and concealed rear door handles create the look of a pillarless coupé.

The interior features and asymmetric dashboard and Remote Touch controls.

The Lexus LF-Ch Concept reflects the growing demand for cars that are smaller and more fuel and CO2 efficient. "By next year the compact segment is expected to claim the largest share of the European premium car market."

Thanks to a wide track, long wheelbase and low centre of gravity, the LF-Ch’s full hybrid powertrain is engineered to deliver all the performance customers expect from a premium compact hatchback, while at the same time returning low fuel consumption, CO2 and NOx emissions.

With the benefit of the full hybrid technology of Lexus Hybrid drive, the car can be driven in a fully electric EV mode, a power option that is not available to drivers of mild hybrids. This allows for urban driving with minimal noise and zero emissions.