2011 Lexus HS: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2011 Lexus HS has no major changes from 2010. The main difference is that heated front seats on the standard HS 250h moved from standard equipment to optional, while paint choices were revised.
About the 2011 Lexus HS
1st generation HS (2010-2012), second model year; no major refresh for 2011.
Lexus marketed the HS as a dedicated luxury hybrid for forward-thinking buyers who wanted a clear fuel-economy benefit without stepping down to a bare-bones economy car. Its core appeal was a quieter, more upscale small sedan with Lexus comfort, low emissions, and much better mileage than a typical near-luxury four-door. In the lineup, it sat between the sportier IS and the roomier ES, with efficiency as its main differentiator.
For 2011, Lexus positioned the HS as an efficiency-focused luxury sedan, with a 187-horsepower hybrid system, leather-trimmed seats, Bluetooth, USB connectivity, and a 35 mpg combined rating. The HS 250h Premium keeps the same hybrid system but adds upgraded leather, heated and ventilated front seats, driver memory settings, and wood interior trim.
What changed, by category
2011 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 | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| 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 | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Bluetooth | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| USB Ports | ||
| 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
What changed on the 2011 Lexus HS compared with the 2010 model?
Very little changed for 2011. Heated front seats moved from standard to optional on the standard HS 250h, and Lexus revised the paint-color selection; the trims, hybrid system, body, safety equipment, and main cabin technology otherwise carried over.
Did the 2011 Lexus HS get a different hybrid system?
No, the 2011 Lexus HS kept its 2.4-liter hybrid system with 187 total horsepower, a continuously variable automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive. Its EPA combined rating remained 35 mpg.
Were heated front seats standard on every 2011 Lexus HS?
No, heated front seats were optional on the standard 2011 HS 250h. The HS 250h Premium had upgraded leather front seats with both heating and ventilation.
Is the 2011 Lexus HS a redesign?
No, the 2011 Lexus HS is not a redesign or a mid-cycle refresh. It is the second model year of the first-generation HS and carries over the same basic body, powertrain, two-trim lineup, and cabin setup from 2010.
How do the two 2011 Lexus HS trims differ?
The HS 250h Premium is the more comfort-focused trim. It uses the same hybrid system as the standard HS 250h but adds upgraded leather, heated and ventilated front seats, memory settings, wood trim, rain-sensing wipers, and heated auto-dimming exterior mirrors.
Sources
- pressroom.lexus.com — Hs 250H Demonstrates Lexus Hybrid Commitment As The Worlds First Hybrid Only Luxury Vehicle
- pressroom.lexus.com — Lexus Hs 250H Hybrid Luxury Sedan Low Emissions And Comfort
- pressroom.lexus.com — Lexus Announces Pricing For New 2010 Hs 250H Worlds First Hybrid Only Luxury Vehicle