Lexus CT200h

Stupot_ · 28 Mar 2011 at 18:17

Has anyone had a poke around in one of these?

Looks like an interesting alternative to 1 series/A3, although quite expensive.

I'm still sending car recommendations my mums way, and like most people being hung up over mpgeez, she'll probably like the sound of a hybrid.

Possibly a bit dull looking though.. What's the general consensus on lexus's here?

rare · 28 Mar 2011 at 18:19

I actually quite like the look of it but it's getting pretty poor reviews!

Maz · 28 Mar 2011 at 18:35

I considered contract hiring one of these, but they are quite expensive to CH.

I might wait till they come down and get one fully loaded, being a Hybrid it'll be very kind on tax for us!

But I think they look great, yet to drive one though.

Rotty · 28 Mar 2011 at 18:39

that interior is awful

Stupot_ · 28 Mar 2011 at 18:49

Rotty said:
that interior is awful

Yeah I agree:/ The centre console... Just a big slab covered in buttons. It couldn't be any less 'designed'. Theres a dial to change between sport and eco modes coupled with a digital dash which changes colour/information (rev counter verses efficiency meter) depending on what mode you're in. That's pretty cool

Clarkey · 28 Mar 2011 at 20:15

Why are they using styling from a Toyota IQ on a Lexus? :/

Contrary to popular opinion here though, I like the interior.

Bennie-Mac · 28 Mar 2011 at 20:23

It got a terrible write up in top gear magazine, i think they look like a nice place to be though.

loltim · 28 Mar 2011 at 20:27

back end looks wrong.

Cosimo · 28 Mar 2011 at 20:36

It does nothing for me.

Lashout_UK · 28 Mar 2011 at 21:32

Don't. Very old and dated feeling inside to boot. A conventional petrol or diesel from the competitors is a much better bet

I guess if you can put up with the lifeless drive and complete lack of any character or charm whatsoever then it might be worth considering, especially with the free tax and relatively sensible economy (it should average about 45-50mpg without too much trouble).

You have to put up with a CVT transmission as well.

GAME OVER MAN. GAME OVER.

mjt · 28 Mar 2011 at 22:42

I quite like it.

But not really interested.

faisal_uk · 29 Mar 2011 at 11:41

better than a Prius for looks and interior but still not as drastic as the concept they did a while back:
http://www.carsuk.net/lexus-ct-200h-the-lexus-lf-ch-concept-that-was/

Decent spec one is about £25-30K! - so already a lot more than a decent A3, Golf and even 1 series

Relentless81 · 29 Mar 2011 at 11:43

Saw one in the metal the other day, couldnt take my eyes off it I love the look of it, shame about the engines

Irish_Tom · 29 Mar 2011 at 11:54

<Cleveland> That's nasty! </Cleveland>

Seriously though, inside and out it looks like the back end of a rhino.

sanaxe1 · 29 Mar 2011 at 11:57

That is the worse car ive seen in some time.

paradigm · 29 Mar 2011 at 12:38

sanaxe1 said:
That is the worse car ive seen in some time.

The worse car than what?

#Chri5# · 29 Mar 2011 at 13:01

Evo didn't like it much. I'm sure the review in the magazine said by an Auris or Prius instead.

Lashout_UK · 29 Mar 2011 at 13:03

It is an Auris HSD underneath the skin, basically, so that's another good reason to look elsewhere - I wouldn't consider it an alternative (well, unless you wanted a cheaper version).

mrk · 29 Mar 2011 at 13:46

Looks like it has bags of legroom, especially for the driver.

JamesCB · 29 Mar 2011 at 16:38

Reviews for it a pretty poor - Lexus CT reviews

Main complaint seems to be the ride, can it really be that difficult to get it right? Real life mpg figures don't seem to be as good as they do (usually story though really).

I saw it at the Geneva motorshow and have to admit that the interior is very smart, can't say the same for the outside though, bit bland imho.