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2007 Lexus RX400h

Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by Tideland Prius, Oct 3, 2006.

  1. Tideland Prius

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    Being the world’s first gas/electric hybrid-powered luxury utility vehicle, Lexus inaugurated a new era in luxury in vehicles with the introduction of the 2006 RX 400h. Lexus has broadened the RX 400h’s appeal with a new front-wheel-drive model and revamped offerings in both standard and optional equipment.

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    My wife has the 2006 model and thoroughly enjoys it with avg. 26.4 mpg - does the RX400h now have tire press. monitoring as found on the Prius?
     
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  3. Tideland Prius

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    I believe so.

    I got about that number when I took it for a test drive in May 2005. 9.0L/100km which included an acceleration test, country roads, 80-90km/h highway and surface streets (~30 mins test drive).
     
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  4. V8Cobrakid

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    my parents have one. with rough driving habits, we are getting just over 20. i keep pulling it up while i cruise.. but when not cruising.. well.. i c an't help it.. it's just too much fun to drive.

    i've been able to achieve over 30 on trips before.
     
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    We are considering a hybrid SUV as a second car. I was hoping for a 4wd minivan, but
    don't know how long a wait that would be. Does the Lexus recomend regular grade gas?
    Has anyone compared the hybrid Highlander and Lexus?
     
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    it takes normal gas. i don't know anyone with a hylander hybrid to compair yet. in articles the systems are exactly the same. the interior is less sound proof in the hylander. But.. it's all about the same car.
     
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  7. Tideland Prius

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    Should be the same a slightly quicker to 60 because it's lighter. I haven't driven a HiHy yet.
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(V8Cobrakid @ Oct 4 2006, 09:28 AM) [snapback]327937[/snapback]</div>
    They are essentially the same vehicle. A fellow co-worker of mine has the RX-400h and I've driven many of the Highlander Hybrids; aside from some luxury features on the Lexus, they really are one in the same.
     
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