Live life in the moment: The 2013 Lexus CT 200h hybrid luxury sportback

 

Bold, youthful design, a driver-focused interior and a performance suspension: the 2013 Lexus CT 200h hybrid luxury sportback delivers all this, and more. Powered by the advanced Lexus Hybrid Drive, the CT rewards drivers with the best fuel efficiency of any luxury vehicle in Canada.

 

For the 2013 model, the CT 200h’s enhanced standard equipment includes a four-way power front passenger seat and a revised driver’s seat armrest.

“The Lexus CT 200h introduced Canadians to a new interpretation of luxury – as the world’s first sportback luxury hybrid, it’s urban, advanced, and progressive,” said Cyril Dimitris, Director of Lexus in Canada. “For 2013, we’re pleased to offer our guests the Lexus CT 200h, plus a choice of four available options packages, including the performance-focused F SPORT Edition.”

 

Every CT 200h is powered by an advance and proven Lexus Hybrid Drive system, which offers both performance and efficiency without compromise. The CT 200h features a finely-tuned Atkinson Cycle 1.8L inline four-cylinder gasoline engine, a high-torque electric drive motor, a powerful battery and sophisticated power management system. The result is 134 net horsepower, instant torque and advanced hybrid-only features such as regenerative braking and drive-mode select. Mated to a continuously variable transmission the CT 200h confers confident, smooth acceleration and impressive fuel efficiency – at just 4.6L/100 KM city/highway combined. Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i), two-way exhaust control, and other features maximize performance and efficiency.

 

The CT 200h offers four drive modes: in addition to a normal setting, guests may dial up Sport Mode for additional fun or ECO Mode for improved efficiency. Meanwhile, an EV Mode allows the CT 200h to operate for short distances on battery power alone.

 

The front independent suspension features MacPherson strut geometry and stabilizer bars to enhance handling and ride comfort, while a double-wishbone rear suspension provides exceptional agility and control, with a compact design that leaves more room for luggage. Hill-start Assist Control minimizes roll-back when starting while on a grade.

 

Safety is always standard on a Lexus, so every CT 200h features a suite of eight airbags (driver and front passenger, driver and front passenger knee, front seat mounted side, and front and rear side curtain), front seatbelt pre-tensioners and force limiters, anchor points for child seats, child protector rear door locks, a tire pressure monitoring system, and on-board first aid kit. The Lexus CT 200h also features powerful front ventilated disc and rear disc brakes plus the Lexus Hybrid Drive’s regenerative braking system, which captures kinetic energy produced during braking, converts it to electricity, and stores it in the hybrid system’s battery for later use. Every CT 200h also features, as standard, a suite of six active safety technologies: Antilock Braking System, Brake Assist, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control and Smart Stop Technology work together to help drivers avoid potential accident situations.

 

Every 2013 Lexus CT 200h has room for five adults, and sports a generous suite of convenience and luxury features:

2013 Lexus CT 200h (suggested MSRP starting at: $31,450)

The CT 200h features performance, efficiency and progressive luxury, including: a six-speaker audio system with USB audio input, Bluetooth capability, Integrated XM Satellite Radio, steering wheel audio system and Bluetooth controls, and unique bamboo-charcoal speakers; dual-zone automatic climate control with air conditioning; heated front seats; an eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat and – new for 2013 – a four-way power adjustable front passenger’s seat; a 60/40 split fold-down rear seat; NuLuxe seat coverings; power door locks with keyless entry and key lockout protection; the Lexus Smart Key system with Push Button Start; a driver-focused cockpit, featuring multi-information display, ECO indicator, tachometer, and more; cruise control; power windows with auto up/down function and window jam protection; an advanced, progressive interior design featuring three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel and metallic shift knob with leather accents; a tilting/telescoping steering column; retained accessory power; anti-theft system; dual, power adjustable heated mirrors with integrated signal lamps and puddle lamps; front windshield de-icer; rear spoiler; 16” aluminum alloy wheels with locks; fog lamps; LED daytime running lights; and more.

 

The CT 200h may be enhanced with a choice of four available options packages:

The 2013 Lexus CT 200h is now on sale at Lexus Dealers across Canada. For more information on features and specifications, visit www.lexus.ca/ct

 

About Lexus of Canada:

Lexus in Canada is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Lexus luxury cars and sport utility vehicles through a sales and service network of 36 dealers across Canada. With 13 Lexus models on the road today, five of them being hybrids, Lexus has the largest luxury hybrid lineup; allowing guests a choice in a large range of luxury vehicle segments. In the 2011 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS), Lexus won the most segment awards, four in total, of any nameplate.