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2012 Lexus CT Hybrid Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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After its 2011 introduction, the Lexus CT 200h gets a “sport” option package that adds almost no sport to the already slow hybrid. Last fall, Lexus showed off its F Sport range of accessories for the CT 200h, but failed to offer them for sale until now. With unique 17-inch alloys, a slightly retuned suspension and aesthetic additions like a rear spoiler, mesh grille and interior trim additions, the F Sport package transforms the CT 200h inside and out.
Unfortunately, it will do nothing to increase performance from the hybrid drivetrain. Essentially utilizing the Prius’ setup, the CT 200h sees similar performance, with the combined 134-hp system taking a leisurely 9.8 seconds to make 60 mph. Still, the retuned suspension offers stiffer springs and larger anti-roll bars. However, since the powertrain is so sluggish, it’s hard to justify these changes, especially when their only effect is to make an already harsh ride even worse. Lexus has become known for its plush ride and superb sound isolation, and the CT 200h simply doesn’t live up to that reputation. Even the standard suspension is a bit stiff, with a chassis that feels loose and noises and bumps that permeate with little goading. With the stiffer sport suspension, all these shortcomings are amplified, making for a severely disappointing experience.
Aesthetic changes are pleasurable at least, with interior trim changes like metallic trim, aluminum pedals, black headliner, seat trim and a leather-trimmed sport steering wheel. Another step up is the F Sport Special Edition package with its own unique 17-inch alloy wheels, F Sport floor mats, unique blue trim for the seats and a matching Tumi duffle bag. How chic.
The two packages even have colors dictated to them, with the base F Sport package coming in Nebula Gray Pearl, Obsidian Tungsten Pearl, Starfire Pearl, Ultrasonic Blue and Matador Red Mica. Choices are more limited with the F Sport Special Edition, which only comes in the three “pearl” options.
Otherwise things stay the same for this 4-door, 5-passenger hatchback. As a FWD hybrid premium compact, there’s not a lot of competition in the market, which is good for Lexus. A lot of things simply don’t add up as a premium car: too stiff suspension, too thin interior padding and insulation, too little power. And with an EPA-estimated 43 mpg city/40 highway rating, efficiency isn’t all that impressive either, especially considering the drawbacks. Unrefined steering and brakes hurt things further and really highlight how far Lexus missed the mark with its sport aspirations. Its compact size make things tight inside, especially in the back seat, and the trunk offers 14 cubic feet of storage, just one more than a Fiesta.
The CT 200h was part of Lexus’ attempt to curb sales losses of the last few years as customers migrate over to Euro luxury cars. Unfortunately it fails to do enough things well to recapture that old Lexus spirit. Luxury is in short supply thanks to increased noise intrusion and poor bump insulation, not to mention steering and braking that simply don’t measure up to the usual standard. The raucous, underpowered engine further robs any sport inspiration, and taking away the plush ride we’ve come to expect from a Lexus means there’s little to attract here. You can get more and spend less elsewhere.
Published May 31, 2022 by Michael Perkins
User reviews for 2012 Lexus CT Hybrid
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by Gary S
Jun 27, 2022
Perhaps, an unappreciated gem. Lexus quality, attention to detail, and styling. Efficiency
unparalleled in hybrid vehicles, and on regular gas to boot. The ride, seat comfort, and handling is excellent. Many can be purchased in the mid,high teens these days. 100K miles is just warm up. Ask Prius owners.
Jun 27, 2022
by Roland P
Apr 03, 2022
Impressed with the handling and sporty appearance. Enjoy the 3 different driving modes and Im averaging about 40 mpg. Not to shabby.Apr 03, 2022
by Brian I
May 10, 2015
Back in 2013, we closely evaluated hybrids/diesels for our next car purchase at that time. After evaluating the Ford CMax, the CT200h, Prius, and various VW TDIs, we ended up with a Passat TDI. A fine car in its own right, but the CT200h was a very close second for us.
We moved into the city and had two cars, including that Passat. We traded them both for a CT200h and I can honestly say there is very little fault I can find with this fine vehicle. The build quality is superb, it handles well, is extremely attractive inside and out, it is a great size for people and cargo, and it is a great alternative to the proven technology of the Prius (it basically is a Prius mechanically.)
It's not for everyone. Reviewers talk about performance - it looks like it ought to accelerate like a traditional sports car, but that's not what it is!May 10, 2015
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by Gary S
Jun 27, 2022
Perhaps, an unappreciated gem. Lexus quality, attention to detail, and styling. Efficiency
unparalleled in hybrid vehicles, and on regular gas to boot. The ride, seat comfort, and handling is excellent. Many can be purchased in the mid,high teens these days. 100K miles is just warm up. Ask Prius owners.
Jun 27, 2022
by Roland P
Apr 03, 2022
Impressed with the handling and sporty appearance. Enjoy the 3 different driving modes and Im averaging about 40 mpg. Not to shabby.Apr 03, 2022
by Brian I
May 10, 2015
Back in 2013, we closely evaluated hybrids/diesels for our next car purchase at that time. After evaluating the Ford CMax, the CT200h, Prius, and various VW TDIs, we ended up with a Passat TDI. A fine car in its own right, but the CT200h was a very close second for us.
We moved into the city and had two cars, including that Passat. We traded them both for a CT200h and I can honestly say there is very little fault I can find with this fine vehicle. The build quality is superb, it handles well, is extremely attractive inside and out, it is a great size for people and cargo, and it is a great alternative to the proven technology of the Prius (it basically is a Prius mechanically.)
It's not for everyone. Reviewers talk about performance - it looks like it ought to accelerate like a traditional sports car, but that's not what it is!May 10, 2015
by Anonymous
Aug 28, 2013
The Lexus CT 200h offers an elegant, sporty ride for an affordable price. With a Prius engine, the fuel efficiency is much higher than others in its class. With the high fuel efficiency though, some will find the power and acceleration lacking. The electric engine is super quiet. The gas engine fires up instantly, as needed, with no discernible lag. The continuously variable transmission is smooth as silk. The seats on the base CT look and feel like leather, but surprisingly, they are not leather. True to form, Lexus has put careful thought into the finishing details of the interior. A great car for the money.Aug 28, 2013
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2012 Lexus CT Hybrid Pricing
Original MSRP
$29,120 to $31,750Price range
$9,394 to $10,128Average price on CG
$9,785YoY price change
$10,128 to $9,785Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: chrome · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo area: floor luggage box · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27
Engine
Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 80 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 60 · Electric Motor Torque: 153 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 98 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5200 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 105 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4000
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
Starter Type: motor/generator
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Enform
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: leatherette
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.6 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: chrome · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area: floor luggage box · Center console: front console with storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27
Engine
Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 80 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 60 · Electric Motor Torque: 153 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 98 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5200 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 105 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4000
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
Starter Type: motor/generator
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Enform
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Upholstery: leatherette
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Stability and Traction
Accident Avoidence Systems: pre-collision safety system
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.6 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
