Lexus 200h CT (2012)

 

  

CARBARN | Lexus 200h CT (2012) | The Leather Package adds rain-sensing wipers, leather upholstery, auto-dimming side mirrors and driver-seat memory settings. The Navigation package adds a hard-drive-based navigation system (with real-time traffic and voice control), the Lexus Remote Touch interface, a back-up camera, Bluetooth Increased functionality and Lexus Enform Telematics Also available for the Premium trim is the F Sport Special Edition That package includes unique wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, a larger rear spoiler, a mesh grille and unique upholstery. Stand-alone options include LED headlamps and adaptive cruise control with a pre-collision system.

The 2012 Lexus CT 200h is a premium compact four-door hatchback comes in base That and Premium trim levels. Standard equipment on base models includes 17-inch wheels, heated side mirrors, keyless ignition / entry, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a 10-way power-adjustable driver seat, dual-zone climate control, premium vinyl upholstery, Bluetooth (with audio streaming) and a six-speaker sound system with a CD player, satellite radio and auxiliary audio / USB jacks. The Premium model adds heated front seats and a sunroof. A number of option packages are available for the Premium trim.

The upside, though, is stellar fuel economy, since the EPA estimates fuel economy at 43 mpg city/40 mpg highway and 42 mpg in combined driving. Standard safety equipment on the 2012 Lexus 200h CT includes antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, front and rear side airbags, side curtain airbags and dual front knee airbags. In Edmunds brake testing, the CT's performance was acceptable, with the car stopping from 60 mph in 120 feet. Driver-focused touches abound within the cockpit. The shifter sits high on the angled center stack, within easy reach of the driver, and Lexus Remote Touch controller's stellar governs the navigation system.