2012 Lexus CT Hybrid 200h Review

Welcome to the $35,000 version of the Prius. Gas economy, but with the Lexus luxury that we all expect. Boasting 43 MPG in the city is nothing to scoff at. You can still be a hippie guitar teacher looking to go green, but with much more style.

The Bottom Line: When I first drove the 2012 Lexus CT 200h at its introduction, I questioned, as did many of the other journalists, if the Prius fans would really spend the extra money for a Lexus-badged version. Now, having driven it for a week (mostly) I can see a greater rationale for the car. It offers Prius-type economy, Lexus-type luxury and the essentially operation you expect from a hybrid and/or a Lexus. full review