With the huge success of Toyota's and Lexus' hybrids, it made perfect sense to round out the upscale brand's hybrid lineup with the addition of a smaller, more affordable luxury model-and it comes to market offering the best fuel economy in the entire Lexus line. The HS 250h, the fifth Lexus hybrid, is based on the same platform as the Avensis (not sold in the U.S.) and RAV4. This is also a highly modified version of the underpinnings of the Prius, but there are enough differences that they are considered independent platforms. And while at first glance this sedan looks small, it is actually around the same size as a C-Class, A4, or 3 Series. Of the rather large entry-level luxury segment, the HS 250h is the only hybrid available.
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