Lexus is launching “the world’s first dedicated luxury hybrid vehicle” later this summer.

The HS 250h Lexus will offer the best combined mpg of any luxury vehicle in the U.S., and its city mpg is estimated to be higher than the two-passenger Smart micro car (they haven’t released exact mpg estimates).  Additional green stats: about 30% of the vehicle’s interior and luggage areas will be covered with carbon-neutral, plant based, Ecological Plastic (bio-plastic). The HS 250h features: an exhaust heat recovery system, a windshield with infra-ray properties to reduce interior heat and associated air conditioning, and available power-saving LED headlamps can also contribute to improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions.  The vehicle’s aerodynamic design is intended to reduce drag, noise and increase mpg.  And, lastly, it earns a SULEV emissions rating utilizing regular 87-octane gasoline.

more info @ lexus.com