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SEARCHFeaturing a 2.5L four-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine, the ES 300h hybrid is expected to earn an EPA fuel economy rating of approximately 40 mpg combined city/highway.
The 2013-MY Lexus ES 300h.
The 2013-MY Lexus ES 300h.
Lexus unveiled the all-new 2013 model year ES lineup, including the ES 350 and ES 300h equipped with Lexus Hybrid Drive, at the New York Auto Show on April 4.
The all-new vehicle was unveiled at the 2012 New York Auto Show.
Featuring a 2.5L four-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine, the 2013-MY ES 300h is expected to earn an EPA fuel economy rating of approximately 40 mpg combined city/highway.
The interior of the 2013 ES 300h.
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The ES 300h hybrid offers the driver four modes: Normal, Sport, Eco, and EV. EV mode allows short distance drives, at reduced speed, using only the power from the hybrid battery pack. Normal mode provides a blend of performance and efficiency that is suited to everyday driving, while Eco mode favors fuel economy. Sport mode increases powertrain responsiveness.
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