And in June, Lexus will introduce a hybrid V-8 version, the LS 600h L--that will provide the performance of a V-12 engine, but offer better fuel economy and cleaner emissions.

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The car itself is based primarily on the MINI Cooper S, with similar front and rear styling and the l.6-liter four-cylinder turbo engine that debuted in the 2011 MINI S. (The engine gets 181 hp and up to 192 lb-ft of torque, with a 0-to-60 mph sprint of 6.6 seconds.) Fuel economy ratings are 35 mpg on the highway and 27 mpg in the city under the manual transmission variant.

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On the other hand, the LS600h L has a hybrid powertrain that pairs a 5.0-liter V8 gasoline engine with an electric motor.

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The LT1 6.2 L V8 engine has 450 horses under the hood (20 more than the C6) and has 450 lb-ft of torque.

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