Lexus HS250h dedicated hybrid sedan

[bwling]

http://www.motorauthority.com/lexus-...ed-hybrid.html

Toyota confirmed today it is planning to unveil a concept version of a new dedicated hybrid vehicle for its Lexus brand at next month’s Detroit Auto Show. So far no official information on the car has been released, but several preview sketches of the final production version as well as some details, including its new name, have turned up on a number of internet forums.

These magazine scans from Japan’s Mag-X, sourced from the VWvortex Forums, reveal the new Lexus dedicated hybrid will be called the HS250h and won’t go on sale until sometime in 2011. However, this is likely to be the Japanese release date as the new model is expected to go on sale in North America late next year as a 2010 model. The magazine also claims the car will feature the same 2.4L petrol-electric powertrain as the current Toyota Camry Hybrid.

This fits in with previous reports that suggested the new model would be Lexus’ most affordable hybrid and be positioned above the current IS sedan. The car would be aimed at well-to-do individuals who are after a roomy sedan but not prepared to step up to a car the size of the GS. Mid-sized ‘D-segment’ models are ideal for families and when combined with Lexus’ luxury and quality standards, could be a real winner for fans of hybrids and non-hybrids alike.

Toyota will also use the upcoming Detroit event to unveil its third-generation Prius hybrid, which was revealed last month when a number of official images were leaked. Also on display at the Lexus booth will be the recently unveiled IS250C and IS350C and the RX series of SUVs.

[403Gemini]

Maybe its the fold in the obvious magazine picture... but it looks like a echo sedan

[Xtrema]

why doesn't Toyota just release ES250h instead is beyond me.

Who is going to pay $20K more than a Prius for that Echo looking thing?

[treg50]

Currently, that rendering looks like a CSX with a Lexus ES rear so far.

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by treg50
Currently, that rendering looks like a CSX with a Lexus ES rear so far.

They better not size it like a CSX and charge it likes a ES.

Hybrid sales are going down big time as gas price is back to norm.

[r0g3r]

ummm doesn't look so good IMO, however did anybody hear about the redesign of the 4runner? im wondering what it would look like and when it will come out?

[Redlyne_mr2]

Pictures just released







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http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/e...aspx?fid=57231

[dino_martini]

yuck

[Eleanor]

That center stack is awesome.

The exterior is kind meh

[Xtrema]

Interior's cool. Exterior too Honda Civic-ish

[BokCh0y]

looks way better in the pics then on th emag. i'd buy one...for the kid

[corsvette]

Just another Lexus

[ragu]

that center console is amazing!

[Redlyne_mr2]

Should be priced in the mid 30s.. better fuel mileage than the smart fortwo

[schocker]

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2
Should be priced in the mid 30s.. better fuel mileage than the smart fortwo

And it is actually practical.

I like it. For people looking for a hybrid that is a bit more upscale, it should sell well. Looks nicer than i was expecting, and the fuel economy will be excellent, cant ask for much more than that.

[black13]

A hybrid that actually looks good? I'm amazed.

[Zenshi]

for a hybrid / echo box, that thing looks good.

[heavyD]

Originally posted by Zenshi
for a hybrid / echo box, that thing looks good.

This one might even sell well as it looks like a normal Toyota/Lexus. The console design with the mouse looks a bit strange but otherwise it looks like a decent enough hybrid.

[Projek01]

they need a better looking rear/front end. toyota fan boy (me) says yuck

[blownz]

Doesn't look bad but doesn't look great. Outside looks like a Corolla/IS cross. Interior looks good as always though. And the Ford 3 bar grill looks out of place. I wonder if it will be as fuel efficient as the Fusion though?