Toyota unveils Lexus luxury hybrid

jkash · 01-06-2004, 01:46 PM

Another new article from CNN Money.

http://money.cnn.com/2004/01/06/pf/autos/l...ybrid/index.htm

Jeff

**tag** · 01-06-2004, 02:01 PM

Geez, I actually prefer the styling of the Highlander hybrid over the 400H.

Any divergent opinions?

**Danny** · 01-06-2004, 02:05 PM

The backend of the RX is a beautiful thing

:bootyshake:

**efusco** · 01-06-2004, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Geez, I actually prefer the styling of the Highlander hybrid over the 400H.

Any divergent opinions?

I like them both, in different ways. I think the bigger difference will be the interiors where the LX400h will really shine as a true luxury car. I also noticed immediately the similarity in styling of the 400h to the Prius... that rear end could be a Prius. I'd noticed the LX330s around town and noted that they had a great aerodynamic design that would be an easy transition to a low Cd hybrid, but didn't realize they'd streamline the rear end that much too.

Can't wait to see the actual EPA numbers (and prices) on both of these. I've been tempted to tell my Prius dealer to put me down for the first Highlander Hybrid to hit the lot to get for my wife, but I think we'll need to wait until 2006 for her new car.

**tag** · 01-06-2004, 02:14 PM

But this :bootyshake: ain't too bad either:

**tag** · 01-06-2004, 02:18 PM

Also, will the 400H have this many seats?:

Jerry P · 01-06-2004, 04:00 PM

The most beautiful thing on the back of ALL of these wonderful vehicles, is that little blue symbol that reads 'Hybrid Synergy Drive'!

01-06-2004, 01:46 PM	#1
jkash Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: West Hills, CA Posts: 857 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Toyota unveils Lexus luxury hybrid Another new article from CNN Money. http://money.cnn.com/2004/01/06/pf/autos/l...ybrid/index.htm Jeff

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Danny Admin/Founder Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 4,582 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #8 Nominated 26 Times in 8 Posts TOTM Awards: 1 Friends: 25	The backend of the RX is a beautiful thing :bootyshake: __________________ PriusChat Offers Discounts on: Extended Warranty - $990 : Pre-Paid Maintenance - $875 : HeatShield SunShades : BT Tech Stiffening Plate : All other Prius Accessories

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tag Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,527 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Geez, I actually prefer the styling of the Highlander hybrid over the 400H. Any divergent opinions?

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tag Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,527 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	But this :bootyshake: ain't too bad either:

01-06-2004, 02:18 PM	#6
tag Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,527 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Also, will the 400H have this many seats?:

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Jerry P Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Waterford, PA Posts: 291 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #7 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	The most beautiful thing on the back of ALL of these wonderful vehicles, is that little blue symbol that reads 'Hybrid Synergy Drive'!