Lexus HS Hybrid

In published reviews,
critics awarded this
vehicle an average
overall score of:

80
Priced From $36,330
MPG 34.0
Styles Reviewed
SedanSedan

AutoGuide.com

10/27/09
2009-10-27
91
100

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Ken Glassman Ken Glassman 7.3 out of 10 2010 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

The Lexus HS Hybrid is a brilliant blend of luxury and hybrid economy that doesn’t really sacrifice too much in the way of performance. Slap a “Save the Planet” bumper sticker on this puppy, and drive it proudly down the road.

DriverSide.com

07/01/09
2009-07-01
89
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Brian Alexander Brian Alexander 7.3 out of 10 2010 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

The HS 250h gives the more discerning, tech-obsessed, alternative energy buyer all they want. On top of this, it’s plenty comfortable, stylish and a surprisingly competent steer.

GayWheels.com

02/22/10
2010-02-22
88
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Casey Williams Casey Williams Score Pending 2010 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

The Lexus HS250h has enough technology to star in a sci-fi flick, but is a joy to drive at high speeds over long distances. It defies expectations and categories. Your mind wants to compare it to other near luxury sport sedans or eco-hybrids, but it really can’t.

Chicago Sun-Times

03/30/10
2010-03-30
87
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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John Stein John Stein Score Pending 2010 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

When you put hybrid technology into the luxurious skin of a Lexus HS Hybrid you get an amazing package that surrounds you in posh interior charm while delivering 35 mpg city, 34 mpg highway.

Road & Track

06/14/09
2009-06-14
86
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Andrew Bornhop Andrew Bornhop Score Pending 2010 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

This Lexus is an artful balance of several key elements (luxury, hybrid powertrain, advanced technology and ecological sensitivity) all directed to form a harmonious sedan.

CarReview.com

12/30/09
2009-12-30
85
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Derek Mau Derek Mau Score Pending 2010 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

The Lexus HS Hybrid is a small, classy car with a softer, quieter ride that is noticeably quicker than the Prius.

New York Times

12/10/09
2009-12-10
85
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Jerry Garrett Jerry Garrett 7.2 out of 10 2010 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

The highest compliment I can give the Lexus HS 250h is this: It is a hybrid that doesn’t feel like one. Haven’t many people been waiting for a seamless hybrid sedan wearing a luxury label?

Edmunds.com

11/14/11
2011-11-14
84
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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Staff Review Edmunds.com 7.8 out of 10 2012 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

There aren’t many premium hybrid sedans to choose from, but the 2012 Lexus HS 250h delivers with a luxurious cabin and thrifty fuel consumption.

Edmunds.com

09/14/09
2009-09-14
83
100

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John DiPietro John DiPietro Score Pending 2010 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

The 2010 Lexus HS 250h tells you it’s a luxury sedan loud and clear (via its polished performance and pampering cabin) while only whispering (via its quiet operation and instrument graphics) that it’s a hybrid.

Detroit News

09/24/09
2009-09-24
83
100

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Scott Burgess Scott Burgess 8.5 out of 10 2010 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

No, this sedan is no Prius. And making the HS 250h look so normal is not going to help this Lexus stand out, and that may be it biggest attraction for some and detriment for others.

MotherProof.com

01/07/10
2010-01-07
83
100

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Sara Lacey Sara Lacey 4.7 out of 10 2010 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

The Lexus HS 250h is an attractive small sedan that looks sporty and isn’t as blatantly hybrid-y as its Prius cousin. Even though it’s not designed to achieve racecar speeds, it was nimble enough for this mom and kept pace with the traffic around me.

CarReview.com

02/18/11
2011-02-18
83
100

Overall score awarded to vehicle by this critic. [?]

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David Colman David Colman Score Pending 2011 Lexus HS Hybrid Sedan

The hybrid payoff with the HS comes not in its less than sparkling performance or handling, but rather at the gas station, where you’ll be a less frequent visitor than ever before.

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