Article Comments- 2010 Lexus HS 250h Full Test

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2010 Lexus HS 250h Full Test and Video - Bottom Line: Drives like a Lexus, only it happens to be a hybrid.(more)

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#5 of 65 Sunroof ? ? ? by butchfoote Jul 14, 2009 (6:12 am)
When one visits the Lexus HS250h website, there's a very big emphasis on ecology and economy plus the lux stuff. Why in the world would these people be offering this car with a MOONROOF? It lets in light and heat, wasting it. Meanwhile, they have a Prius with a solar panel that runs the a/c or could be used to help charge the batteries. To me this is marketing baloney. They aren't really committed to ecology until they take advantage of the energy falling on the Lex. Replies to this message: sjohnson11 (Jul 14, 2009 7:33 am) morey000 (Jul 21, 2009 10:51 am) larsb (Jul 21, 2009 12:12 pm) ninjaguy (Jul 25, 2009 8:53 pm) and 3 more...
#6 of 65 Re: Sunroof ? ? ? [butchfoote] by sjohnson11 Jul 14, 2009 (7:33 am)
Replying to: butchfoote (Jul 14, 2009 6:12 am) I believe they are offering a moon roof because it is an expected item in a "near luxury" vehicle. I suppose they could add the whole solar roof option from the Prius. I'm sure Lexus wants to hold SOMETHING back so they can toot their horn next year and say it's a new feature!
#7 of 65 Japan release by sjohnson11 Jul 14, 2009 (6:31 pm)
TOKYO/TORRANCE, California — The 2010 Lexus HS 250h, the upscale Toyota brand's first dedicated hybrid model, launched Tuesday in Japan. It ranges in price from the U.S. equivalent of $42,479 to $57,535, Toyota said. If the loaded HS is $57K, I'll get a loaded ES and spend the extra $15K on gas for longer than I would own the car!
#8 of 65 Re: Sunroof ? ? ? [butchfoote] by morey000 Jul 21, 2009 (10:51 am)
Replying to: butchfoote (Jul 14, 2009 6:12 am) The Prius solar panel is not used to charge the battery. Just to run a little fan to keep the interior from heating up so much in the sun. A small solar panel like that wouldn't make a dent in the electric power battery. It's basically a marketing ploy. (but a good one) Replies to this message: larsb (Jul 21, 2009 12:12 pm) ninjaguy (Jul 25, 2009 8:53 pm) butchfoote (Aug 03, 2009 4:02 pm) and 2 more...
#9 of 65 Re: Sunroof ? ? ? [morey000] by larsb Jul 21, 2009 (12:12 pm)
Replying to: morey000 (Jul 21, 2009 10:51 am) morey000 says, "Just to run a little fan to keep the interior from heating up so much in the sun. It's basically a marketing ploy. (but a good one) " Well, that depends on your perspective. Here in AZ, the Prius solar panel system can potentially reduce the inner vehicle temp from 160 to 120 and that makes a HUGE difference in comfort, in saving fuel, and in prolonging the life of the electronics in the vehicle. Replies to this message: ninjaguy (Jul 25, 2009 8:53 pm) butchfoote (Aug 03, 2009 4:02 pm) ninjaguy (Aug 07, 2009 11:48 pm) and 1 more...
#10 of 65 Re: Sunroof ? ? ? [larsb] by ninjaguy Jul 25, 2009 (8:53 pm)
Replying to: larsb (Jul 21, 2009 12:12 pm) The Prius solar panels were originally supposed to charge the battery. With it connected they discovered that it interfered with the radio, i.e., it was transmitting RFI and they were unable to determine why. Thus, for now, it only powers the ventilation fan when parked. Replies to this message: butchfoote (Aug 03, 2009 4:02 pm) ninjaguy (Aug 07, 2009 11:48 pm) butchfoote (Aug 19, 2009 2:49 pm)
#12 of 65 Re: Sunroof ? ? ? [ninjaguy] by butchfoote Aug 03, 2009 (4:02 pm)
Replying to: ninjaguy (Jul 25, 2009 8:53 pm) You must be kidding. Solar panels are dc. They can't generate RFI. Post a link to the source for this if you really think it's true. Thanks Replies to this message: ninjaguy (Aug 07, 2009 11:48 pm) butchfoote (Aug 19, 2009 2:49 pm)
#13 of 65 Worth Thousands More than Camry Hybrid? by akt1000 Aug 05, 2009 (9:11 am)
The closest hybrid Toyota/ Lexus car to Lexus 250h is not Prius, but Toyota Camry Hybrid. Both of them have the same hybrid package with the same fuel mileage, similar body style and similar packaging, with the Camry offering slightly more room. A Camry hybrid can be equipped with most of the luxury options in 250h. So, the important question is (which the reviewer asked, but never answered): why pay quite a few thousands dollars more for a very similar car, except to say that you own a Lexus (and show snobbiness / stupidity)? Replies to this message: sjohnson11 (Aug 05, 2009 2:29 pm) edwardsf (Aug 06, 2009 12:29 pm) akt1000 (Aug 06, 2009 4:08 pm) dat2 (Aug 07, 2009 11:09 am)
#14 of 65 Re: Worth Thousands More than Camry Hybrid? [akt1000] by sjohnson11 Aug 05, 2009 (2:29 pm)
Replying to: akt1000 (Aug 05, 2009 9:11 am) Yes as a matter of fact, it is worth more! First off "most of the luxury options" are not available on the Camry. Here are a few items that are available only on the HS - adaptive LED headlights with smart high beam, ventilated front seats, adaptive cruise control, HUD, LKA, real wood trim, and lets not forget the warranty and service that comes with the Lexus brand. So if spending a few more thousand bucks to get a Toyota Camry Hybrid with a Lexus badge as you allude to is "snobbiness/stupidity" - call me a stuck up retard.....