Lexus HS (Japan, 2009-present)

Introduced as a new entry-level luxury compact sedan in 2009 the Lexus HS is a dedicated hybrid vehicle from Toyota's luxury brand Lexus.

The Lexus HS was first unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in 2009 and went on sale as HS 250h in July 2009 as a 2010 model in Japan.

The HS is the first dedicated hybrid vehicle in the Lexus lineup, and also the first to be offered with an inline four gasoline engine. The model's platform is based on the third generation Toyota Avensis, itself related to the traditional gasoline engine Toyota Allion sold from 2001 to 2007.