2011 Lexus CT 200h review By Kelsey Mays

Americans love hybrid hatchbacks, but mostly for the hybrid part; overall, we're still lukewarm on traditional hatchbacks. Lexus added a third ingredient — budget luxury — to create the CT 200h. With a starting price just over $29,000, it's the least expensive Lexus in nearly two decades, and it shows.

The 2011 CT 200h feels at times like a cut-rate Lexus, but its combination of fuel efficiency and handling should win the brand some much-needed younger buyers.

The front-wheel-drive CT's styling is the closest yet to Lexus' LF-Gh concept, and it comes in base and Premium trims, which you can compare here. We evaluated a CT 200h Premium.

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Engine compartment
1. Brake fluid reservoir. 2. Engine oil filler cap. 3. Engine oil level dipstick. 4. Power control unit coolant reservoir. 5. Fuse boxes. 6. Engine coolant reservoir. 7. Radiator. 8. Conden ...

Turn signal lever
The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intention of the driver: 1. Right turn. 2. Left turn. 3. Lane change to the right (push and hold the lever partway). The right hand sign ...

Tire inflation pressure
Tire inflation pressure The recommended cold tire inflation pressure and tire size is displayed on the tire and loading information label. Inspection and adjustment procedure 1. Tire valve. 2 ...