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You may not know that Mazda attempted a Lexus-style subbrand of its own in the early 1990s. The A4's seven-speed dual-clutch automatic provides crisper and quicker shifts than the 3's conventional automatic, and the Audi outruns the Mazda to 60 mph by 0.8 second and through the quartermile by 0.6 second despite the A4 being 313 pounds heavier. Mazda has yet to introduce an included maintenance program or a concierge service, but we wouldn't expect it to given that Mazda still charges mainstream prices for its vehicles. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the use of torque-vectoring differentials in automobiles. It states that torque-vectoring differentials are fitted with complex gearboxes and are placed on the drive axle to control thrust between the left and right wheels. Details about the results of a test which involved Lexus RC F with torsen limited slip versus Lexus RC F with torque vectoring are mentioned.

The article evaluates and presents a comparison of three premium sports coupe automobiles including the Cadillac ATS, the Lexus RC350 F Sport and the Audi S5.

The article evaluates the Lexus RC F automobile.

The article evaluates the LC500 luxury sports car from Lexus.

The article compares the GS350 automobile from Lexus with the AG 3.0T Quattro from Audi, including interior and exterior design, power-train, chassis and driving experience.

The article evaluates several cars which can be purchased in the U.S. for 35,000 dollars or less, as of August 2011, including the Ford Mustang, the Chevrolet Camaro, and the Lexus CT200h.

The article compares the Toyota Lexus LS460L AWD car with the Hyundai Equus car, which basically copies the Lexus in 2011. The LS is reportedly 366 pounds heavier and costs 50 percent more than the Equus, operates efficiently and has a very quiet interior that exudes a kind of understated nobility. On the other hand, it is stated that the Equus evinces less body roll, tracks better in Sport mode and has a relatively proletarian interior, but that it is affordable and offers home pickup for servicing.

The article evaluates the automobiles Lexus LFA by Toyota Motors and 599 GTB Fiorano by Ferrari.

The article evaluates several automobiles including the Audi A5 2.0T Quattro from Audi AG, BMW 328i from Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, and Lexus IS350C from Lexus.

The article outlines the features of the luxury coupe LC500 from Lexus.

The article evaluates the 2008 Lexus IS F automobile from Lexus.

The article evaluates the Lexus IS F automobile.

The article evaluates Lexus RX400h automobile from Lexus.

The article focuses on the 2005 comparison test of four upscale sedan automobiles in the U.S. The Infiniti M45 emerged at the top due to its two most powerful engines and up in acceleration and other dynamic scoring categories. Second placer is the BMW 550i, whose braking is consistent with the rest of its athletic skills. Mercedes-Benz E550 is in the third place since it can hurl to 60 meters per hour in 4.8 seconds. In the fourth place is the Lexus GS450h which excels in small details.

The article evaluates the 2007 Lexus LS460 and LS460L luxury sedans manufactured by Toyota Motor Corp. INSET: TECH HIGHLIGHT: THE CAR PARKS ITSELF!.

Compares the performance of different sports cars. Acura TL; Audi A4 3.2 Quattro; BMW 330i; Cadillac CTS; Infiniti G35; Lexus IS350; Saab 9-3 Aero; Volvo S60R AWD.

Highlights best automobiles at the Geneva motor show. Lexus IS; Cadillac BLS; Dodge Caliber; Saab 9-3 SportCombi; Audi RS 4; Alfa Romeo Brera; Lamborghini Concept S; Bertone Villa concept; Morgan Aero Max concept.

Features the 2006 Lexus RX400h sport utility vehicle from Toyota Motor Corp. Fuel economy; Performance; Engine; Pricing.

Highlights the 2004 Lexus LF-C automobile from Toyota Corp. Design; Engine performance; Speed; Fuel efficiency.

Evaluates the 2004 Lexus RX330 automobile. Vehicle type; Engine specifications; Drivetrain; Dimensions and capacities; Chassis/body; Interior; Suspension; Steering; Wheels and tires; Overall performance. INSET: COUNTERPOINT..

Compares the automobiles Mercedes-Benz CLK 430 and Lexus SC 430 in the U.S. Steering-wheel adjustability; Rear seat accommodations; Objective performance.

Evaluates the 2001 Lexus IS300 automobile from Lexus in the United States. Performance chart of the Lexus IS300; Engine specification of Lexus IS300; Price of the IS300 car model. INSETS: Rants and Raves.;Baubles and Bolt-Ons..

Compares the performance of several manual-transmission sports sedans. Lincoln LS automobile; Saab 9-3 Viggen automobile; Jaguar X-type 3.0 automobile; Cadillac CTS automobile; Lexus IS300 automobile; Audi A4 3.0 Quattro automobile; BMW 330i automobile; Standards by which the cars were rated, such as rear-seat accommodations, engine, dimensions, interior volume and suspension.

Evaluates the Lexus SC430 convertible automobile.

Ranks the top six sports prototype automobile models in the United States. Features of the BMW 325i; Design and construction of Lexus IS300; Steering performance of Audi A4 2.8 Quattro. INSETS: Saab 9-3 SE;Mercedes-Benz C240;Volvo S60 T5;Lexus IS300

Evaluates the road performance of different luxury sport utility vehicles. Land Rover Discovery; Infiniti QX4; Lexus RX300.

Assesses the Lexus LS430 automobile. Vehicle type; Engine type; Acceleration; Braking; Handling; Suspension; Steering; Wheels and tires; Chassis/body; Gross weight; Price range. INSET: COUNTERPOINT.

Evaluates the Lexus IS300 automobile. Five-speed automatic features; Instrument panel installed in the vehicle; Description of the car's design motifs. INSET: COUNTERPOINT.

Reports on the 2000 New York International Automobile Show held in New York City. Highlights of the event; Automobiles on display during the event; Year 2001 model Lexus SC430 convertible car; Subaru Outback H6 3.0 VDC; Year 2002 model Isuzu Axiom Sportwagon.

Reports on the results of comparison tests of nine prime examples of near-luxury sedans. Acura 3.2TL; Chrysler 300M; Infiniti 130t; Lexus ES300; Lincoln LS V-6; Mazda Millenia S Millennium Edition; Mitsubishi Diamante LS; Pontiac Bonneville SSEi; Volvo S70GLT.

The article evaluates the 2016 Lexus GS F car.

Features the Lexus RX300 sport utility vehicle. Models; Base price; Standard and optional accessories; Engine specifications; Steering; Maintenance schedules; Performance. INSET: Baubles and Bolt-Ons.

Compares several sport utility vehicles. Cadillac Escalade; Range Rover 4.0 SE; Lexus LX470; Lincoln Navigator; Mercedes-Benz ML430; Strengths and weaknesses; Handling; Performance during off-road driving; Ranking. INSETS: Curiosities;One size fits all: The short version.

Presents information on the Infiniti Q45t, Lexus GS400, Cadillac STS, BMW 540i and the Mercedes-Benz E430, automobiles. Comparison of the performance of these vehicles; Reference to the makers of the vehicles; Description of the sedans. INSET: Curiosities..

Focuses on the future of the automobile industry, stating that sedans will be among the fastest-growing segments in the United States and highlighting a testing of seven sedans. Price range of these cars; Information on seven projected popular sedans, including the, Mazda Millenia S, Cadillac Catera, Mercedez-Benz C280, Saab 9-5 SE, Volvo S70GLT, Audi A6 and the Lexus GS300; Advantages and disadvantages of these automobiles; Features of these automobiles. INSET: Curiosities.

Evaluates the 1999 Lexus RX300 automobile. Description of the automobile; Comparison of the Lexus automobile to the Mercedes SUV ML320 automobile; Capabilities of the Lexus RX300; Cost of the Lexus automobile. INSET: Counterpoint, by John Phillips, Steve Spence and Bradley Nevin.

Evaluates the 1998 Lexus GS400. Comparison of the V-8 engine with the GS300; Its shape, designed in-house by Akihiro Nagaya; How it compares with BMW and Mercedes-Benz models; Performance; How the car was tested; Results; Specifications.

Evaluates four luxury cars. The Infiniti Q45t, Lexus LS400, BMW 540i, and Mercedes-Benz E420; Evaluation criteria; Performance and features; Impressions of the testers; Recommendation.

Reviews the automobile Lexus ES300. Estimated base price; Options on test car; Major standard accessories; Sound system; Engine; Drivetrain; Dimensions and capacities; Chassis/body; Interior; Suspension; Steering; Brakes; Wheels and tires; `Car and Driver' preview test results.

Compares the Lexus LX450 and the Range Rover 4.0SE sport utility vehicles. Test driving of the vehicles in Labrador, Newfoundland; Automatic climate controls of the vehicles; Tilt steering wheels; Electric sunroofs; Interior amenities; Engine specifications; Ride quality; Fuel economy; Price.

Presents the results of a comparison test on the Infiniti Q45, Jaguar XJ6, BMW 740i, Mercedes-Benz E420 and the Lexus LS400 by `Car and Driver' magazine. Includes rankings; Pricing; Net power and torque; Transmission features; Interior styling.

Compares the Nissan 300ZX 2+2, Lexus SC300, Toyota Supra and BMW M3 automobiles. Price; Engine; Drivetrain; Dimensions and capacities; Chassis/body; Interior; Suspension; Steering; Brakes; Wheels and tires; Test results.

Presents the results of a 60,000-mile long-term test drive of a Lexus LS400 purchased new in September 1989. Discusses equipment, handling, price, driving and maintenance costs, and quality. INSET: How to tighten-up that suspension (in Lexus LS400), by C. Csere..

Examines the 1992 Lexus SC400, an all-new 2+2-passenger, two-door coupe. It's fast and agile, with smooth styling and a host of equipment. Base price is $38,635. Handling; Performance; Specifications; Competition. INSET: Counterpoint, by W. Jeanes, F. Markus, et al..

Examines the new Lexus SC400 coupe, which has a powerful four-cam, 32-valve, V-8 engine and features unique engineering. The luxury coupe's estimated base price is $39,500. Specifications; Handling; Equipment.

Describes the Lexus ES250, the little brother of Toyota's Lexus Division's new luxury car, the LS400. The ES250 is a five-passenger, front-wheel-drive, four-door sedan with a base price of $21,800. Design; Specifications; Performance; Origins; Test results. INSET: Counterpoint (driving impressions of ES250), by C. Csere, J....

Discusses the all-new Toyota Lexus, LS400 a luxury five-passenger, four-door sedan with a 4.0-liter V-8 engine. It will sell for about $35,000. Standard and optional accessories; Test drive impressions; Specifications; Design; Market goals.

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to articles in previous issues including the one on Lexus car models, "What Price Privacy?" in the September 2012 issue, and "Adventures on 10 Wheels," by John Phillips in the September 2012 issue.

The article evaluates the 2012 Lexus LFA automobile.