Comparing 2010 Prius to 2010 Lexus 250h

[wvgasguy]

I had considered waiting on seeing the Lexus to make my decision. I finally decided since this will be my daily driver and a third car for the fleet that it didn't make sence for me to worry about paying for Lexus "luxury" and "status". Motor Trend has an article on the Lexus in my mail today. They call it Prius technology, but it appears to have the TCH engine and milage estimates but perhaps with the newer Prius technology applied. Nice looking "conventional" looking car. But with the NAV system they are estimating a cost of about $40,000. That's about $10K more than the Prius V w/ NAV. Add a sporty suspension and larger (18") wheels and I'm guessing it will add another $2K+/-

Glad I didn't wait. I may have one some day but for $10K in my pocket and 15 mpg better FE I'm thinking the Prius looks good. However I'll bet Lexus has no problems selling 24,000 of these. If they do have problems and discount them later then maybe one will find its way into my garage.

[Tideland Prius]

It's not a bad move for those who want a Lexus but don't want to drive a Camry Hybrid and want to stay in the Lexus brand. So far, the cheapest (and most fuel efficient) Lexus hybrid has been the RXh and it's been proven very popular. (The regular RX is the best selling Lexus after all). I can see someone like my dad going for it but if I had the money, I think I'll still stick with the Prius. You get 80% of the features and much better mpg for less money (it's also cheaper to insure and maintain than the Lexus).

[Rybold]

Just got Motor Trend. I'm reading the article on the 250h right now. I have to say the photos look very nice. I think the reason this car is very good for society is because there is a certain percentage of society that want to have luxury and being "cool" but yet want to help save fuel and the environment at the same time. (I am extremely disappointed that BMW and Mercedes have not introduced hybrid versions of the 3-series and C-class for society. Based on the commentary in Motor Trend, it sounds like they have no serious plans for hybrids. First Toyota takes the market from GM .. who's next? BMW and Mercedes? Obama has approved a mandated 35.5mpg by 2016. If they are to offset the terrible mpg of the 7-series, 5-series, S-class, E-class, etc, the 3-series and C-class are going to have to get well over 40mpg.) So far, there haven't really been many options for this. I'm glad to see Lexus introducing this vehicle and being prepared for the future.
In response to the RXh SUV, there are three people on my neighborhood that have them and every time they drive down our street and stop at the stop sign, I hear the whirr of the electric generator. Music to my ears.

[web1b]

Originally Posted by Tideland Prius

It's not a bad move for those who want a Lexus but don't want to drive a Camry Hybrid and want to stay in the Lexus brand. So far, the cheapest (and most fuel efficient) Lexus hybrid has been the RXh and it's been proven very popular. (The regular RX is the best selling Lexus after all). I can see someone like my dad going for it but if I had the money, I think I'll still stick with the Prius. You get 80% of the features and much better mpg for less money (it's also cheaper to insure and maintain than the Lexus).

It has a few key features that you really shouldn't need to upgrade to a Lexus to get (like automatic headlights -a Corolla feature), but it's the only way to get auto headlights and power drivers seat.

[Tideland Prius]

Originally Posted by web1b

It has a few key features that you really shouldn't need to upgrade to a Lexus to get (like automatic headlights -a Corolla feature), but it's the only way to get auto headlights and power drivers seat.

I know but you can get a Camry Hybrid with those features (even power passenger seat!). For us, we do get automatic headlights so you can always buy from Canada if you so wish. We also get the SR with the AT lol.

[wvgasguy]

I got an email for Lexus talking about the 250h. It implied that the 250h could go 20 miles on EV. I'm guessing they missed that by one decimal.


It said:

lexus@lexuscommunications.delivery.net

"And if you want (or need) to use no gas at all, under certain conditions the EV mode [2] lets you glide along in near silence for up to 20 miles."

That condition must be on a specific section of road coming out of the mountains that is all downhill.

[Tideland Prius]

Might want to let them know about that or double check with Prius Team (and see if they have contacts on the Lexus side)

[mainliner]

Originally Posted by wvgasguy

I got an email for Lexus talking about the 250h. It implied that the 250h could go 20 miles on EV. I'm guessing they missed that by one decimal.


It said:

lexus@lexuscommunications.delivery.net

"And if you want (or need) to use no gas at all, under certain conditions the EV mode [2] lets you glide along in near silence for up to 20 miles."

That condition must be on a specific section of road coming out of the mountains that is all downhill.

I could not see the e-mail, but can guarantee you it will not go 20 miles on EV mode.

In a perfect world with the battery fully charged and the vehicle transmission warm, you might be able to go 2 miles in EV mode.

[wvgasguy]

Originally Posted by mainliner

I could not see the e-mail, but can guarantee you it will not go 20 miles on EV mode.

In a perfect world with the battery fully charged and the vehicle transmission warm, you might be able to go 2 miles in EV mode.

That's what I figured. I didn't know if the link would work, but I simply copied what was in the quotes from thier newsletter.

[mainliner]

Originally Posted by wvgasguy

That's what I figured. I didn't know if the link would work, but I simply copied what was in the quotes from thier newsletter.

Sorry I was not clear, I could not see the full e-mail from the Lexus Customer Satisfaction rep.