Lexus HS 250h...revealed Jan. 11
#901
Lexus Connoisseur
seeing as how it doesnt come standard with wood or anything...it seems like lexus really wants to cut prices on this car. And also seeing as how people regard it as toyota-ish, they might be able to make those negatives fly if they price it correctly. if it starts in the low 30s, it could still be a winner
#902
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i have said the HS250 will sell. it is technically sophisticated. i'm sure it's quite pleasant to drive and all individuals (including you) and web reviews confirm this. i don't 'hate' it, i just think lexus is weak on styling.
ultimately the hybrid formula, while incredibly complex in details, is simple. replace cargo space with a ton of heavy batteries and motors, and your mpg (and price) goes up. until we get to Li-Ion, i don't think it works well in small cars, except the prius which was optimized extensively (weight, cost, packaging) for it and even it ultimately has a shallow cargo area.
the hs250h ends up being tall-ish (and thus awkward looking) to retain reasonable space while packaging everything into a vehicle that isn't too long. i think the fusion hybrid (and not because i have a ford before you jump on that) is a better package.
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#906
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#907
A few outdoor shots of the HS are here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/zanemer...7620407523057/
Interesting view of the vehicle in motion, outdoors etc.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/zanemer...7620407523057/
Interesting view of the vehicle in motion, outdoors etc.
#911
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Man, if everyone would just check the car out in person and drive it!
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BTW, I haven't heard the word "sorry" used in that context in like 20 years.
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