The Truth About Cars

JUNE 9, 2023

Lexus is hitting the public with a one-two punch this week. & Lexus says the back row will be more spacious, comfortable, and easier to get into than what was available on the three-row variant of the RX. Still, it’s supposed to deliver 24 mpg (combined) and adds rear-wheel steering, adaptive dampers, and flashier 22-inch wheels.&

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Lexus Highlander Yukon MPG 98

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD Standout Fuel-Efficient Premium Compact Crossover The 2023 Lexus UX continues as the smallest compact crossover utility vehicle (CUV) from Toyota’s premium division. The 2023 UX 250h runs on 87 octane and is EPA rated at 43 mpg city/41 highway/42 combined.

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Lexus Nickel Metal Hydride MPG Clean 76

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Lexus easily could have merely updated the RX midsize SUV, seeing as RX owners continue returning to this model year after year. But more of the same was not the approach taken by Lexus, as it tries to keep the loyalists happy while reaching out to a new and much younger buyer. Lexus is taking some chances with its top seller.

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Lexus Fuel Economy MPG Clean 84

The Truth About Cars

JUNE 29, 2023

For 2024, the top-selling sedan in today’s Lexus lineup gets a few blink-and-you’ll-miss-‘em tweaks. Snark aside, the ES is an important car for Lexus, counting for 8,679 sales through the first quarter of this year. Image: Lexus] Become a& TTAC& insider. What’s new on the option sheet? Heady stuff here, folks.

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Lexus Fuel Economy MPG MPH 98

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

Top-Selling Lexus Hybrid Sedan Adds Sporty Styling. Lexus offers three different size sedans for 2022, the IS, ES and LS; the midsize ES is the best-seller of the group. Lexus adds a sporty touch to its hybrid hero. The EPA rates fuel economy for the 2022 Lexus ES 300h at 43 mpg city/44 highway/44 combined mpg.

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 81

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

Lexus knows its loyal owners want improvements, but nothing too radical. So when they are ready to get their next car, the Lexus RX 450h F Sport will certainly not disappoint, and in many ways impress them with the changes from their previous model. The EPA rates fuel economy at 31 mpg city/28 highway/30 combined.

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Lexus Fuel Economy Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 93

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 15, 2024

The Joy of Driving , Malibu Style The Motor Press Guild (MPG), the Southern California non-profit association for automotive journalists, annually brings together writers with automotive manufacturer representatives and their cars. The rest of the cars and trucks at the 2024 MPG Drive Day is at the end of the story. Prices are MSRP.

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MPG Land Rover Recharge Kia 81

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 2, 2022

Toyota and Lexus held their annual new product showcase the first week of June at their Plano, Texas, headquarters. This overview, in alphabetical order, is a glimpse of what Toyota and Lexus have coming out in the next few months. Even with all that performance, fuel economy is rated at 31 mpg on the highway.

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Lexus Toyota Production Tundra 81

Green Car Congress

MAY 31, 2012

2013 Lexus ES 300h. Lexus has introduced the 2013 ES 350—the sixth generation of Lexus’ luxury sedan since its introduction more than 20 years ago—and the first hybrid version of the ES, the ES 300h. Lexus had unveiled the ES 350 and 300h earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show.

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Lexus 2013 Hybrid Fuel Economy 252

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Hybrid+AWD+Lexus Quality=Impressive Fuel-Efficient Premium Compact Crossover. The Lexus entry-level. The 2022 Lexus UX 250h F Sport AWD continues as the smallest compact crossover utility vehicle (CUV) from Toyota’s premium division. The 2022 Lexus UX 250h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Drive system of a 2.0-liter

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Lexus Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Fuel Economy 78

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 27, 2021

Lexus has spiced-up the 2021 NX 300h by giving it the F Sport treatment. For even more fun and exclusivity, the 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition (only 1,000 will be made) takes this proven comfortable driving compact crossover, with best-in-class fuel economy, to new styling and performance levels.

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Lexus Fuel Economy Hybrid MPG 83

Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2012

Lexus announced Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRPs) for the 2013 ES 350 and first-ever ES 300h ( earlier post ) which will arrive at US dealerships in August. The ES 300h luxury hybrid sedan will have a MSRP of $38,850, representing a difference of $2,750 over the ES 350—the lowest hybrid premium in the Lexus line-up.

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 218

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 24, 2012

2013 Lexus GS 450h. Lexus’s 2013 GS 450h—the new generation hybrid version of the GS 350, introduced at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show ( earlier post )— offers EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 29 mpg US city, 34 mpg US highway and 31 mpg US combined (7.7, Click to enlarge.

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GS 450h 2013 MPG EPA 265

Green Car Congress

APRIL 4, 2012

2013 Lexus ES 300h. Lexus unveiled the all-new 2013 ES lineup, including the ES 350 and ES 300h hybrid equipped with Lexus Hybrid Drive, at the New York International Auto Show. The Lexus ES first entered the market in 1989; the ES 300h marks the first hybrid version of the sedan. Click to enlarge. Featuring a 2.5-liter

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Lexus New York 2013 Hybrid 225

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 13, 2023

Flash Drive: 2023 Lexus RZ 450e EV Breaking Into the EV World Lexus has offered hybrid electric and plug-in hybrid electric models for many years, but never one that is powered only by electricity. Those days are over with the introduction of the all-new, all-electric 2023 Lexus RZ 450e compact SUV.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Only buy the 2021 Lexus RC 350 F Sport if you promise to occasionally take it on curvy roads. The 2021 Lexus RC 350 F Sport comes standard with rear-wheel drive (RWD), with all-wheel drive (AWD) optional. The EPA rates fuel economy for the RC 350 F Sport at 20 city/28 highway/23 combined. (Ed. Lexus Quality Interior.

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Lexus F-150 Fuel Economy MPG 66

Green Car Congress

JULY 27, 2018

The 2019 Lexus ES 300h’s US EPA mileage estimates of 43 mpg city, 45 mpg highway and 44 mpg (5.47 l/100 km) combined make it the most fuel-efficient luxury vehicle without a plug. All versions of the seventh-generation ES feature the new Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 as standard equipment.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 20, 2024

One of the most important vehicles in the Lexus lineup, the RX, finally plugs in. The 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ plug-in hybrid arrives on the scene with 37 miles of electric range from the Toyota RAV4 Prime’s powertrain, in a more eye-catching and softer-to-the-touch package. When the gas 2.5-liter That’s no longer the case.

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Lexus Future Plug-in Plug 52

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2013

Lexus IS F SPORT onstage at the Detroit Auto Show. Lexus unveiled the all-new 2014 IS sport sedan at the North American International Auto Show. The 300h is the first hybrid for the IS line; the all-new Lexus IS will go on sale in mid-2013. —Mark Templin, Group VP and General Manager, Lexus Division.

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Lexus MPG Hybrid Japan 225

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 15, 2009

The US Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy today released the 2010 Fuel Economy Guide, which gives consumers information about estimated fuel costs and mileage standards for model year 2010 vehicles. For MY 2010, the Prius is the top fuel economy leader , with EPA ratings of 51/48 mpg city/highway.

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Fuel Economy 2010 Economy EPA 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

2011 Lexus CT 200h. Toyota has released more detail on the powertrain of the new Lexus CT 200h premium compact dedicated hybrid ( earlier post ); Toyota plans to introduce it to the US market in early 2011. seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 Click to enlarge. Engine NVH.

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Exhaust 225

The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

I get it – sound deadening equals fuel-economy killing weight. Still, if you want Lexus quiet from your hybrids, you’ll need to, you know, buy a Lexus. Then again, a Lexus will cost a lot more. Fuel economy is listed at 52 mpg across the board for city/highway/combined. Out the door price?

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Prius Toyota Fuel Economy Las Vegas 109

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 9, 2021

Lexus has an all-new NX coming next year. Lexus isn’t standing still with its popular NX line of compact crossovers, which debuted in 2014. The full 2022 Lexus NX line-up offers a wide choice of options. Lexus Hybrid Drive. Lexus Hybrid Drive. Lexus says 0-60 mph can be pulled-off in 7.2 Model Lineup.

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Lexus Gasoline-Electric Plug-in Hybrid 63

Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2014

Lexus will stage the European premiere of the new RC F—which made its global debut at the North American International Auto Show in January—at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. The Lexus 5.0-liter The RC F features an all-new 5.0-liter The RC F features an all-new 5.0-liter Saunders, R., and Chopra, A. Hilbert, H.,

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Baua Electric

OCTOBER 3, 2024

That platform is also shared with the Toyota Tacoma, Tundra, Sequoia, and 4Runner, as well as the Lexus GX and LX. 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser EPA fuel-economy ratings will likely carry over from the 2024 model, which was rated at 23 mpg combined (22 mpg city, 25 mpg highway). Both Land Cruiser grades have a 2.4-liter

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Toyota Tundra MPG Kentucky 52

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 26, 2022

Fuel economy estimates are not available at this time, but Toyota expects it to be extremely competitive at the top of the segment—and a huge improvement over the previous generation (14 or 15 mpg US combined, for 4WD or 2WD models, respectively).

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Toyota Standards SUV Tundra 370

Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

Whether it's the rather bland styling or the underwhelming stats, but the 2011 Lexus CT 200h hasn't achieved much in creating buzz in the headlines.

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Fuel Economy Lexus 2011 EPA 88

Green Car Congress

APRIL 27, 2009

Lexus has set the base US Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2010 RX 450h at $41,660 for the front-wheel drive (FWD) model and $43,250 for the all-wheel drive (AWD) version. The second-generation 2010 RX 450h introduces an updated version of Lexus Hybrid Drive, featuring a 3.5-liter Earlier post.).

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Lexus 2010 RX400H Price 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 16, 2013

Lexus has begun sales of the new IS sports sedan lineup in Japan with the introduction of the redesigned IS 350 and IS 250, and the introduction of the IS 300h hybrid. Lexus unveiled the new 2014 IS sport sedan at the North American International Auto Show in January. The IS 300h achieves fuel economy of 23.2 mpg US, 4.3

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Lexus Japan Hybrid Sale 170

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

The 2010 Lexus LS 600h hybrid. Toyota Motor has made a range of technology and styling changes to the LS 600h, the full hybrid Lexus flagship first introduced in 2006 ( earlier post ), including redesigned seating, updated equipment, a new ECO driving mode and new brakes. mpg US) (figures provisional). Click to enlarge.

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LS 600H Lexus 2010 Hybrid 199

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

Toyota Motor Corporation will launch the redesigned Harrier crossover SUV (Lexus RX in overseas markets) in Japan on 2 December, with a hybrid model scheduled for release on 15 January 2014. liter engine and hybrid system achieves fuel efficiency of 21.8 mpg US , 4.6 mpg US , 6.25 The hybrid model, powered by a 2.5-liter

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Lexus Japan Toyota Hybrid 210

Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2010

Lincoln’s premium hybrid is expected to deliver at least 41 mpg US (5.7 Ford notes that the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid’s projected fuel economy tops its nearest competitor—the 2010 Lexus HS 250h—by 6 mpg, while providing room for one more passenger and more standard luxury and segment-exclusive safety features.

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2011 MPG HS 250h Hybrid 170

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 6, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid How Does 53+ MPG Sound? First debuting in 2017, the Niro is a key model for Kia as it offers three different propulsion choices, all of which offer excellent fuel economy or all-electric driving range. This is our in-depth look at the hybrid model.

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 88

Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 6, 2010

The all-new 2011 Lexus CT 200h is scheduled to hit showrooms early next year complete with a 134 horsepower hybrid drivetrain and a very reasonable--for a luxury car--EPA combined fuel economy rating of 42 mpg. Speaking on the.

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Lexus Plug-in Hybrid Fuel Economy 89

Green Car Congress

MARCH 1, 2014

In 2013, Toyota’s hybrid sales (12 models between the Toyota and Lexus brands), sold almost 345,000 units, representing about 15% of total Toyota sales in the US. The second generation Insight features an MSRP starting at $18,725, and EPA fuel economy ratings of 41/44/42 mpg US city/highway/combined (5.7, of total sales.

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Insight Honda Hybrid Honda Insight 273

Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2010

As a comparison, the 2011 Lexus HS 250h Standard—which Ford uses as the MKZ Hybrid’s closest competition— carries an MSRP of $35,100; the premium model for 2011 carries an MSRP of $37,870. The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid delivers a 41 mpg fuel economy rating in the city, topping the 2010 Lexus HS 250h by 6 mpg.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 4, 2009

Expected to begin arriving at US dealers in late November 2009, the 50-state certified A3 TDI delivers 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100km) highway cycle fuel economy—the highest highway fuel economy in the luxury car category, according to US Environmental Protection Agency estimates. L/100 km (50.0 Earlier post.).

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