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Cumulative global sales of Lexus hybrids pass half-million mark

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The RX 400h, launched in 2005, was the world’s first production full hybrid luxury SUV. Succeeded by the RX 450h in 2009, it has claimed the largest share of Lexus hybrid sales (51.2%), with 259,000 units sold through to November this year. RX 400h/450h. Lexus hybrid cumulative sales to end-November 2012. Introduction year.

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Toyota’s hybrid sales in Europe reach one million units

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Total Hybrid vehicle production accounted for approximately 20% of TME total vehicle production in Europe in CY2014. The CH-R concept featured at the Frankfurt Motor Show last September is also bound for production and will also feature a hybrid powertrain. Two-thirds of the hybrid sales in Europe are made in Europe.

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LA show displays green car ‘glimpse into the future’

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With new green concepts and production vehicles from at least a dozen manufacturers, consumers have a greater selection of low-emission, high-mileage vehicles to choose from than ever before. Lexus GS 450h. Lexus RX 450h Hybrid Concept. More importantly, will feature more than 50 of the newest hybrids and alternative.