5 Lexus Hybrid Facts To Know About

Lexus hybrid automobiles are some of the most advanced hybrid cars available today. Here are some facts about Lexus hybrid cars that set them apart from hybrids manufactured by other companies:

Fact One – Increased Power
The electric motor in Lexus hybrids is designed to provide an extra boost to the gasoline engine. This gives V6 Lexus Hybrids the power of a V8, and those with a V8, the power of a V12.

Fact Two – Reduced Emissions
All Lexus Hybrid vehicles have been Super Ultra-Low Emission Vehicles (SULEV II). This means that Lexus Hybrids release about 76 percent fewer carbon-based, smog-forming emissions than to similar cars that are not hybrids.

Fact Three – Better Fuel Economy
Since the Lexus hybrid cars use a combination of electric and gasoline power, these cars offer significantly better fuel economy than comparable luxury cars that use gasoline only. In fact, most Lexus hybrid cars use about 30% less fuel than similarly equipped luxury vehicles.

Fact Four – Long Battery Life
Lexus hybrid vehicles use a special nickel-metal hydride battery that was designed to last the entire lifetime of the vehicle. Moreover, the vehicle employs special regenerative braking technology that recharges the battery while the vehicle is coasting or braking.

Fact Five – Reduced Noise
When operating the vehicles on electric power, Lexus hybrids are virtually silent and make no noise at all. In addition to a very quiet electric motor, Lexus hybrids also utilize special insulation in the body panels, wheel wells and windshield to further reduce noise in the cabin of the car.