Lexus HS

Which Lexus HS Version Should You Buy?

The Lexus HS catalogue contains one mechanical choice, 2.4 CVT, offered in the first-generation Sedan from 2009–2012 and again after restyling from 2013–2018. Both periods have identical recorded specifications: a 2362 cc Hybrid engine producing 147 hp (108 kW) at 6000 rpm and 187 Nm, a Variable gearbox, and FWD.

The Lexus HS catalogue contains one mechanical choice, 2.4 CVT, offered in the first-generation Sedan from 2009–2012 and again after restyling from 2013–2018. Both periods have identical recorded specifications: a 2362 cc Hybrid engine producing 147 hp (108 kW) at 6000 rpm and 187 Nm, a Variable gearbox, and FWD. Performance, consumption, kerb weight, ground clearance, and fuel-tank capacity are also unchanged in the supplied data. Consequently, there is no numerically superior version to buy: the meaningful choice is between the 2009–2012 original car and the 2013–2018 restyling, not between different engines or drivetrains.

Lexus HS generations: original or restyling?

Although the catalogue has two entries, both belong to the first generation. The original 1 generation was produced from 2009–2012 as a Sedan and contains one version, 2.4 CVT. Its specification is 147 hp, 187 Nm, 2362 cc, Variable, and FWD.

The 1 generation, restyling covers 2013–2018. It remains a Sedan and also contains one version, 2.4 CVT. The recorded output is still 147 hp and 187 Nm from 2362 cc, with the same Variable gearbox and FWD. Therefore, the restyling brings a difference of 0 hp, 0 Nm, and 0 cc in this catalogue. No equipment, styling, reliability, price, or dimensional data are provided, so those areas cannot be used here to claim that either production period is better.

For buyers comparing model years, the conclusion is straightforward: 2009–2012 2.4 CVT and 2013–2018 2.4 CVT are tied on every recorded mechanical and numerical parameter. The later period should not be presented as a new generation, and the supplied figures do not establish that it is faster, more economical, lighter, or more powerful.

Lexus HS engine and specs comparison

Both versions use Direct injection (direct), have 4 valves per cylinder, a compression ratio of 12.5, and a bore-and-stroke figure of 94 × 83. Each engine produces approximately 62.2 hp per litre and 79.2 Nm per litre, calculated from the supplied 2362 cc, 147 hp, and 187 Nm figures. The difference between the original and restyled cars is 0 hp per litre and 0 Nm per litre.

The engine position is not measured for both periods. The torque-production rpm is also not measured. These omissions mean that no comparison can be made for engine placement or the point in the rev range at which peak torque arrives.

Lexus HS horsepower, performance, and mpg figures

Performance gives neither production period an advantage. Both 2.4 CVT versions accelerate from 0–100 km/h in 8.4 seconds and reach 180 km/h. The recorded difference is therefore 0 seconds in acceleration and 0 km/h in maximum speed.

Fuel consumption is likewise identical. Each version is listed at 5.6 L/100 km in the city, 6.9 L/100 km on the highway, and 6.7 L/100 km combined. The highway figure is 1.3 L/100 km higher than the city figure, while the combined figure is 1.1 L/100 km higher than the city result and 0.2 L/100 km lower than the highway result. Since both periods carry precisely the same figures, fuel economy cannot decide between them.

CO₂ output is not measured for either version, and the environmental class is not measured. MPG is not supplied directly, so it is not stated or converted here.

Lexus HS dimensions, weight, and chassis specs

Complete exterior dimensions and wheel sizes are not measured in the supplied catalogue data. The available size-related figures are the same for both production periods:

At 1670 kg and 147 hp, both versions carry approximately 11.36 kg per horsepower, or about 88.0 hp per tonne. Their kerb-weight difference is 0 kg, and their ground-clearance difference is 0 mm. Both have 155 mm of ground clearance and a 55 L fuel tank.

Gross weight is not measured, so payload cannot be calculated. Overall length, width, height, and other exterior dimensions are not measured, which prevents a numerical size comparison between the original and restyled cars.

Both periods use Independent, spring front and rear suspension. Braking hardware consists of Ventilated disc front brakes and Disc rear brakes. No numerical chassis difference is recorded between the two versions.

Lexus HS reliability, problems, and parts

The supplied data contain no reliability ratings, fault records, maintenance schedules, engine-oil specifications, battery-replacement information, parts prices, or check-engine-light diagnoses. Reliability and known problems are therefore not measured. It would be unsupported to recommend either the 2009–2012 2.4 CVT or the 2013–2018 2.4 CVT on those grounds.

The catalogue also provides no sale prices or listings. Consequently, it cannot determine how much extra money a restyled car costs or whether that difference represents good value. On the supplied specifications alone, extra spending buys 0 additional hp, 0 additional Nm, 0 km/h more top speed, 0 seconds of acceleration improvement, and 0 L/100 km of recorded fuel-consumption improvement.

Which Lexus HS version should you choose?

Choose the production period on factors outside this dataset, because the recorded specifications produce a complete tie. The 2009–2012 2.4 CVT and 2013–2018 restyling 2.4 CVT both deliver 147 hp, 187 Nm, an 8.4-second 0–100 km/h time, a 180 km/h top speed, and 6.7 L/100 km combined consumption. Both weigh 1670 kg, provide 155 mm of ground clearance, and carry 55 L of fuel.

If the decision must be based strictly on catalogue numbers, neither version warrants a mechanical premium. The restyling is the later production phase, but the data record no change in engine output, drivetrain, performance, economy, weight, clearance, tank capacity, suspension, or brakes. The best numerical choice is therefore whichever 2.4 CVT meets the buyer’s non-catalogue requirements without paying extra for an unproven specification advantage.