2010 Lexus HS: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2010 Lexus HS is an all-new model and Lexus's first dedicated hybrid sedan in the U.S. Its headline feature is a 2.4-liter gas-electric system rated at 187 total horsepower and 35 mpg combined.
About the 2010 Lexus HS
1st generation HS (2010-2012 U.S.), first model year.
Lexus positioned the HS as an eco-minded luxury sedan for buyers who wanted comfort, technology, and strong fuel economy in one compact package. The brand’s message focused on pairing comfort with technology and sustainability with performance, not on sport-sedan character. What set the HS apart was its dedicated hybrid design, regular-gas efficiency, quiet cabin, and upscale sedan shape for shoppers who wanted something more premium than a Prius but more efficiency-focused than a typical entry-luxury sedan.
Lexus positioned the HS 250h as a comfort-focused luxury sedan for drivers who wanted strong fuel economy. The standard trim has leather seating, a power moonroof, Bluetooth, and USB/iPod connectivity, while the Premium adds finer leather, heated and ventilated front seats, driver memory, and wood trim.
What changed, by category
2010 Lexus HS specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 35 mpg | 35 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 187 hp |
| Torque | 138 lb-ft | 138 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.1 cu-ft | 12.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34.5 in | 34.5 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Driver Attention Assist Monitor | ||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Bluetooth | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||
Frequently asked questions
Is 2010 the first model year for the Lexus HS?
Yes. The 2010 HS is the first U.S. model year and launched as Lexus's first dedicated hybrid sedan, with HS 250h and HS 250h Premium trims.
What powers the 2010 Lexus HS?
Every 2010 Lexus HS uses a front-wheel-drive 2.4-liter gas-electric system with 187 total horsepower and a continuously variable automatic transmission. It is rated at 35 mpg combined and runs on regular gasoline.
How does the 2010 HS 250h Premium differ from the standard HS 250h?
The 2010 HS 250h Premium uses the same hybrid powertrain but has a richer cabin. Its upgrades include semi-aniline leather, heated and ventilated front seats, driver memory, wood trim, a power-adjustable steering column, rain-sensing wipers, and heated auto-dimming mirrors.
What driving modes does the 2010 Lexus HS have?
The 2010 Lexus HS has four driving modes: Normal, Power, Eco, and EV. All four are standard on both HS 250h trims.
What safety and connectivity features are standard on the 2010 Lexus HS?
Every 2010 Lexus HS has 10 airbags, Bluetooth phone and audio capability, USB/iPod connectivity, and a 10-speaker audio system as standard equipment.