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2010 Lexus HS 250h
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  • MY2010–2012

Lexus HS MPG & Fuel Cost by Year

3 model years · 2010–2012

34 MPG
Combined
35 MPG
City
33 MPG
Highway
Annual cost · MY2012 250h 2.4L 4-cyl FWD
$1,930

15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)

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Lexus HS fuel economy at a glance

EPA has rated the Lexus HS for 3 model years, 2010 to 2012. Across those years its combined rating runs 34–35 MPG. The latest model year, 2012, has 1 configuration rated 34 MPG combined and costing $1,930 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2010 is the 2010 250h 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, at 35 MPG.

Lexus HS MPG by year

3436 20102012 Hybrid 3436 20102012 Hybrid
Combined MPG: the line is the most efficient configuration, the shaded band reaches down to the least efficient. Dotted lines mark new generations.
Lexus HS: combined fuel economy and annual fuel cost for each model year, grouped by generation
Year Hybrid (MPG) $/yr
2010-2012 (2010) Generation page
2012 34 $1,930
2011 34 $1,930
2010 35 $1,870

Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.

Lexus HS generations

1 generations between 2010 and 2012. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.

2012 powertrain options

Hybrid · 2.4L
Combined
34 MPG
Per year
$1,930
See hybrid configurations
EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) · 15,000 mi/yr, 55% city / 45% highway · How we calculate

Frequently asked questions

What is the Lexus HS's gas mileage by year?

EPA combined ratings for the Lexus HS run 34–35 MPG across model years 2010 to 2012. The latest year, 2012, is rated 34 MPG.

Which Lexus HS model year has the best gas mileage?

The 2010 Lexus HS 250h 2.4L 4-cyl FWD has the highest combined rating since 2010, at 35 MPG.

How much does a Lexus HS cost to fuel per year?

For MY2012, EPA-rated configurations cost $1,930 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $1,930.

Has the Lexus HS's fuel economy improved over time?

No. The most efficient configuration moved from 35 MPG in 2010 to 34 MPG in 2012, 1 MPG less.

Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Lexus HS?

Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2010 to 2012 (34–35 MPG).