2012 Lexus HS 250h - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 6 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2011 Lexus HS 250h Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...also known as bioplastic, which is said to produce 20 percent less carbon dioxide emissions than traditional plastic in its manufacture and life cycle. Interior features include: Standard 10-way power leather seats Optional navigation system with backup camera and traffic, weather and stock information Optional head-up display Under the Hood The engine runs the efficient Atkinson cycle, which Lexus' other hybrids do not, resulting in disproportionately higher mileage — about 30 percent better than the most efficient Lexus model on regular gasoline. An exhaust-heat recovery system gets the... |
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2012 lexus hs 250h Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...Some of the Premium's features can be had as individual options on the base trim. Powertrains and Performance: The 2012 Lexus HS 250h is powered by a 2.4-liter inline-4 that works in tandem with a pair of electric motor/generators. Combined output results in 187 horsepower sent to the front wheels via a specialized continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). In Edmunds performance testing, an HS 250h accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 8.7 seconds, which is quick for a hybrid. Fuel economy checks in at 35 mpg city/34 mpg highway and 35 mpg combined, which is about average for a midsize... |
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2012 Lexus HS 250h OverviewSource: CarGurus...The overall character of the hybrid setup has the same downfall, with a rough delivery from gasoline and electric motors alike. Even with four selectable modes – Normal, Eco, Power and EV – things don’t improve, with Power providing a more aggressive throttle map but only highlighting the strained nature of the setup. Besides, even at its best the HS 250h manages a combined mpg rating of only 35. Is that supposed to impress? Plus, for a luxury sedan the HS 250h doesn’t really handle with much luxury in mind. The steering is light and numb, the suspension is far too stiff and... |
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2011 lexus hs 250h Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...Powertrains and Performance: The 2011 Lexus HS 250h is powered by a combination of a 2.4-liter inline-4 that works in tandem with a pair of electric motor/generators. Combined output results in 187 horsepower that is sent to the front wheels via a specialized continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). In Edmunds performance testing, an HS 250h accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 8.7 seconds, which is quick for a hybrid. Fuel economy checks in at 35 mpg city/34 mpg highway and 35 mpg combined, which is about average for a midsize hybrid sedan. Safety: The HS 250h comes standard with... |
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2011 Lexus HS 250h OverviewSource: CarGurus...Even the electric motors whine obtrusively as the generators recharge the batteries under deceleration. Still, at a $35K entry price, the HS 250h is an approachable hybrid luxury sedan – as long as you don’t want too much luxury. That price will net you a Base trim that isn’t a stripper with power front bucket seats in leather, a 6-CD and MP3 player, tilt and telescoping leather steering wheel and a full power package including sunroof. However, for real luxury items like wood trim, a power steering wheel, heated/vented seats with upgraded leather and larger 18-inch alloys, you’ll... |
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2012 Lexus HS 250h Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...also known as bioplastic, which is said to produce 20 percent less carbon dioxide emissions than traditional plastic in its manufacture and life cycle. Interior features include: Standard leather upholstery Standard 10-way power driver's seat Optional navigation system with backup camera and traffic, weather and stock information Optional head-up display Under the Hood The engine runs the efficient Atkinson cycle, resulting in higher mileage. An exhaust-heat recovery system gets the engine warmed up quickly so it can turn off and switch to electric-only operation earlier. The feature should... |
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