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Lexus CT 200h respecified
Facelifted model arrives in a simpler range, with added equipment at entry levelThe upgraded Lexus CT 200h has arrived in Australia, running revised underpinnings and delivering added features, all wrapped up in a mild cosmetic makeover.
Lexus has taken the opportunity presented by the refreshed model to simplify the range, dropping the former Prestige entry level variant and re-specifying the Luxury grade at the same price of $39,990, which is $7000 cheaper than the previous CT 200h Luxury.
As the new base-grade variant, the CT 200h Luxury loses the leather trim, 17-inch alloys, seat heating, satellite navigation and electrochromatic mirror it featured as standard on release in Australia, back in 2011. However, it does retain a reversing camera, 10-speaker audio and rain-sensing wipers.
Lexus now offers many of the decontented features in option packs, priced from $3250 up to $9750, the latter price including all the features stripped out of the car, as well as a moonroof and digital radio (the digital audio previously a standard feature at the end of 2012).
At $48,990, the CT 200h F Sport is $2000 cheaper. The new mid-range model can be identified by a black roof, a larger rear spoiler and Enform connectivity as standard. A moonroof, Mark Levinson audio, Pre-Collision Safety System (PCS), active cruise control and keyless entry/starting can be ordered as an option pack with the car for $6500. The moonroof can be purchased separately for $2500.
As the flagship of the range, the CT 200h Sports Luxury is now priced $1000 lower – at $56,990 – and features LED headlights, Shimamoku trim and privacy glass as standard.
"CT 200h was and remains the first and only hybrid luxury hatch available to Australians, and these significant improvements and new look will enhance our already unique offering," said Lexus Australia chief executive Sean Hanley.
"Since launch, the majority of CT 200h vehicles sold in Australia have been Prestige, Luxury and F Sport models, and we've concentrated our improvements to cater for these high demand models by increasing value and specification.
"Since its introduction, over 3000 Australians have chosen the CT 200h for its low emissions, enjoyable dynamics and pioneering hybrid technology," said Hanley, as quoted in a press release.
The new CT 200h introduces new interior and exterior colours, new wheel designs, revised infotainment screen and redesigned shift lever/steering wheel. Changes to the suspension are aimed at reducing road noise – a long-standing issue with the small hybrid, which is based on Toyota's Prius – and improving ride comfort and vehicle dynamics.
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