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MARCH 31, 2010

Ford notes that the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid’s projected fuel economy tops its nearest competitor—the 2010 Lexus HS 250h—by 6 mpg, while providing room for one more passenger and more standard luxury and segment-exclusive safety features. Adds engine output power and battery output power. Earlier post.)

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2011 HS 250h MPG Hybrid 170

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MARCH 23, 2010

The new CT 200h debuted at the 2010 Geneva Auto Show in early March and will join the HS 250h as Lexus’ second dedicated hybrid. The engine-driven generator can charge the battery pack or provide additional power to the drive motor as needed. Earlier post.). The CT 200h is powered by a 1.8L The CT 200h at the Geneva Auto Show.

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Lexus HS 250h 2011 Hybrid 223

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OCTOBER 20, 2009

Toyota has unveiled the Sai compact luxury hybrid sedan in Japan ( earlier post ); the vehicle, based on the platform used for the Lexus HS 250h ( earlier post ), is planned to go on sale in Japan on 7 December. The Sai uses a NiMH battery pack. The SAI G package. Click to enlarge.

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Japan HS 250h Hybrid Toyota 150

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JUNE 16, 2010

It tops its nearest competitor—the 2010 Lexus HS 250h—by 6 mpg. It also trumps the Lexus HS 250h with room for one more passenger and more standard luxury and segment-exclusive safety features, Ford notes. The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid’s final fuel economy certification was completed this week.

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HS 250h MPG 2011 EPA 186