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What Toyota version is the Lexus HS?

The Lexus HS is a luxury hybrid sedan that was produced by Toyota's premium brand, Lexus, from 2009 to 2012. It was designed to be a more fuel-efficient and environmentally-friendly alternative to Lexus' traditional gasoline-powered sedans.


Origins and Design


The Lexus HS was based on the Toyota Avensis platform, which was a mid-size sedan sold in international markets. However, the HS was significantly redesigned and upgraded to meet Lexus' luxury standards. It featured a more upscale interior, additional safety features, and a hybrid powertrain that combined a 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with an electric motor.


Hybrid Powertrain


The Lexus HS was powered by Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive system, which was also used in the popular Prius hybrid. This system allowed the HS to achieve an EPA-estimated 35 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway, making it one of the most fuel-efficient luxury sedans on the market at the time.


Discontinuation and Legacy


Despite its innovative hybrid powertrain and upscale design, the Lexus HS was not a commercial success. Sales were relatively low, and Lexus discontinued the model after just three years of production. However, the HS paved the way for Lexus' future hybrid models, such as the ES Hybrid and the NX Hybrid, which have been more successful in the luxury hybrid market.

What does HS in RX mean?


HS: At bedtime (Latin: hora somni). Indicates medicine should be taken before sleep at bedtime, ensuring effectiveness overnight or minimizing drowsy or sleep-related side effects. Best practice: Use upper case HS; lower case “hs” may be mistaken for half-strength.



What is the Toyota equivalent of the Lexus HS?


The HS 250h uses a similar hybrid drivetrain as the Toyota Camry Hybrid.



Which Lexus is based on the Camry?


Lexus ES 350
Power gets an upgrade in the Lexus ES 350 with a potent, fun-to-drive 302-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6 engine that is mirrored in the Toyota Camry by an available 301-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6. Are you looking for technology and safety? The 2021 Lexus ES will deliver on all counts.



What Toyota is the Lexus UX based on?


It was introduced at the March 2018 Geneva Motor Show as the smallest crossover model in Lexus' lineup prior to the introduction of LBX in 2023, it is currently slotted above the subcompact LBX and below the compact NX. It is also the first Lexus model based on the same GA-C platform as the E210 series Toyota Corolla.



What is the Lexus version of the Toyota Corolla?


The LBX Morizo RR takes the 300-hp engine from the thrilling GR Corolla and stuffs it into Lexus's European-market LBX crossover for a more luxurious vibe. Lexus revealed the LBX Morizo RR concept at the Tokyo auto show, a hotter variant of the company's smallest crossover, which isn't sold in America.



What is the Toyota version of a Lexus is?


The IS was originally sold under the Toyota Altezza (Japanese: トヨタ・アルテッツァ, Hepburn: Toyota Arutettsua) nameplate in Japan from 1998 (the word Altezza is Italian for 'height' or 'highness'). The IS was introduced as an entry-level sport model positioned below the ES in the Lexus lineup.



What is the Lexus version of Camry?


Here is a comparison between the 2025 Toyota Camry SE. And the 2025 Lexus ES 350 F Sport handling package. This year we get a all new refresh. For the Camry in its fifth gen only in a hybrid



Is Lexus UX same size as Toyota RAV4?


The UX Series weighs less than Toyota RAV4 Hybrid (200-400 pounds), making the former option more efficient to handle and accelerate. Moreover, the UX Series is around 3.9 inches shorter as opposed to the RAV4, making the UX series easier to manoeuvre and park in congested locations.



What is the Toyota version of Lexus LX?


Toyota Land Cruiser



What does HS mean in Lexus?


"HS" stands for "Harmonious Sedan."


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