The CT 200h is not what most Americans expect from a Lexus; it's small, modestly powered, and not as luxurious as other cars bearing the chrome L. But I like the CT. It has plenty of cool Lexus-y features, like the mouse-style navigation/stereo controller, and it's even a bit more involving to drive than other Lexus models. The hatchback body style packs a decent amount of space into a small footprint. And since its powertrain is taken directly from the Toyota Prius, it gets excellent fuel economy, especially in slow traffic -- but unlike a Prius, it doesn't look like a space-age doorstop. I like it because it shows that economy and luxury aren't exclusive -- and because it's just plain different.
Lexus CT 200h
The CT 200h is not what most Americans expect from a Lexus; it's small, modestly powered, and not as luxurious as other cars bearing the chrome L. But I like the CT. It has plenty of cool Lexus-y features, like the mouse-style navigation/stereo controller, and it's even a bit more involving to drive than other Lexus models. The hatchback body style packs a decent amount of space into a small footprint. And since its powertrain is taken directly from the Toyota Prius, it gets excellent fuel economy, especially in slow traffic -- but unlike a Prius, it doesn't look like a space-age doorstop. I like it because it shows that economy and luxury aren't exclusive -- and because it's just plain different.