The Lexus LFA Is Back: Performance Styling Ideas for Lexus and Toyota Owners
CarMoods TeamOne of the most revered Japanese supercars of all time is officially coming back. The new Lexus LFA made its dynamic debut in prototype form at the Goodwood Festival of Speed this week — and this time, the screaming V10 is gone. The reborn LFA will be a fully electric flagship, expected to be the first production Lexus fitted with solid-state batteries, with a launch planned for next year.
Lexus has been clear that it isn't chasing silence. Engineers say they want drivers to feel like they're driving with an engine — not by faking the old V10 note, but by redesigning the car's sound and vibration character from scratch. It shares its lightweight aluminium architecture with Toyota's GR GT, so the family connection between Toyota's performance arm and Lexus's halo car runs deep.
Most of us will never park an LFA in the garage. But the thinking behind it — obsessive materials, driver-focused touchpoints, quiet confidence — is something any Lexus or Toyota owner can bring into their own cabin. Here's how, using our Toyota collection, steering wheel covers and interior accessories.
Jump to: Why the LFA matters · Start with the steering wheel · Comfort, the Lexus way · Exterior presence · FAQ
Why the LFA matters to everyday owners
The original LFA, built from 2010 to 2012, was never a sales success — only 500 were made. What it did was reset expectations of what Lexus could be: a carbon-fibre tub, a bespoke 4.8-litre V10, and an interior finished with the kind of care usually reserved for watchmaking.
That last part is the point. The LFA's legacy inside the brand isn't speed; it's craftsmanship. Every F SPORT steering wheel, every stitched dash in a modern Lexus traces back to lessons learned on that car. And the touchpoints — wheel, seat, shifter — are exactly the parts of your own car you can upgrade for well under a hundred dollars.
Start where your hands are: the steering wheel
Ask any LFA engineer where the driver connection lives and they'll point at the wheel. A quality cover changes grip, feel and the whole visual tone of the cabin in ten minutes.
For Lexus owners, a carbon fibre and leather combination echoes the F SPORT look without touching the factory wheel underneath.
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Lexus F SPORT Carbon Fiber Leather Steering Wheel Cover
Custom-fit carbon fibre and leather that brings genuine F SPORT character to your daily drive.
Shop nowDriving a Corolla, Camry or RAV4 instead? The same treatment exists for Toyota wheels, with a breathable anti-slip weave that suits Australian summers.
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Toyota Carbon Fiber Steering Wheel Cover
Breathable anti-slip grip for Camry, C-HR, Corolla, RAV4, Yaris and Prius wheels.
Shop nowPro tip
Round and D-shaped wheels take different covers. Check your wheel's shape and diameter (most Toyota and Lexus wheels are 37–38 cm) before ordering — a snug fit is what makes a cover feel factory-fitted.
Comfort, the Lexus way
The original LFA's seats were famously supportive on long stints — Lexus tuned them for the Nürburgring 24 Hours. Your commute makes different demands, but the principle holds: proper neck and lumbar support turns a good cabin into a great one.
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Lexus & F SPORT Suede Car Seat Neck Pillow
Soft-touch suede with embroidered branding — the sporty take on headrest comfort.
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Lexus Car Neck Pillow & Lumbar Support Cushion
Premium leather support for neck and lower back on long Australian drives.
Shop nowExterior presence, minus the supercar price
The LFA prototype at Goodwood drew crowds before it turned a wheel — presence matters. Two simple upgrades give a parked Lexus or Toyota that same sense of occasion.
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Lexus Illuminated LED Grille Emblem – Front & Rear Glowing Badge
A crisp, high-brightness glow that gives your grille genuine flagship presence after dark.
Shop nowAnd if you keep a weekend car tucked away — the kind of car the LFA reveal has you dreaming about — an indoor stretch cover keeps dust off the paint between drives.
Full Protection Sports Car Cover
Breathable stretch satin that hugs low-slung bodywork and keeps indoor dust at bay.
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The LFA spirit, one detail at a time
The new LFA won't arrive until next year, and when it does it will be built in tiny numbers at prices most of us can only admire from afar. The good news is that the philosophy behind it — care in the details, quality where your hands and eyes land — costs very little to adopt.
Start with the wheel, add the comfort your drives deserve, and let the badge glow a little. Browse the full Toyota & Lexus range and our interior accessories to build your own F SPORT-inspired cabin.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the new Lexus LFA coming out?
Lexus showed a near-production prototype at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed and has indicated a launch planned for next year. Australian timing and pricing haven't been confirmed.
Will the new LFA have a V10 engine?
No — the new LFA is fully electric. Lexus says it wants the car to feel like it has an engine, redesigning its sound and vibration character rather than replicating the old V10 note.
Do F SPORT steering wheel covers fit standard Lexus models?
Most covers fit standard 37–38 cm Lexus wheels, but check whether your wheel is round or D-shaped and match the cover style accordingly for a snug, factory-feel fit.
Are these accessories Lexus-only?
No. Because Lexus and Toyota share platforms and wheel sizes, many accessories — including carbon fibre wheel covers and neck pillows — are available in versions for both brands.
