2011 Lexus CT 200h review By Scott Burgess
Americans love hybrid hatchbacks, but mostly for the hybrid part; overall, we're still lukewarm on traditional hatchbacks. Lexus added a third ingredient — budget luxury — to create the CT 200h. With a starting price just over $29,000, it's the least expensive Lexus in nearly two decades, and it shows.
The 2011 CT 200h feels at times like a cut-rate Lexus, but its combination of fuel efficiency and handling should win the brand some much-needed younger buyers.
The front-wheel-drive CT's styling is the closest yet to Lexus' LF-Gh concept, and it comes in base and Premium trims, which you can compare here. We evaluated a CT 200h Premium.
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Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving.
Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D.
Release the parking brake.
Gradually release the brake peda ...
Trailer towing (2WD models and AWD models without towing package)
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Lexus also
does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch
carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. ...
Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and
treadwear.
Checking tires
1. New tread.
2. Treadwear indicator.
3. Worn tread.
The location of treadwear indicators
is sho ...