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2011 Lexus CT Hybrid
The 2011 Lexus CT Hybrid comes in only one trim 200h. The CT 200h is well fuel efficient car however there is option for this economy mode and the choices are EV, Eco, Normal and Sport; with a button press you can switch the setting to less economical sports mode.
2011 Lexus CT Hybrid
The 2011 Lexus CT Hybrid incorporates MacPherson struts suspension in front and a fully independent, double-wishbone suspension in rear which reduces body vibrations and gives comfortable ride. The Lexus CT 200h employs a 1.8-litre four-cylinder gasoline engine giving 134 horsepower and it can achieves 0 to 60 in 10.4 seconds though an electric motor teamed with an electronically controlled CVT (continuously variable transmission). The Lexus CT Hybrid uses 4.1 litres/100km of premium unleaded fuel on the united cycle and give out 95g/km CO2.
The front seat passengers will get contented seating positions and those in rear as well. Front seat can be adjusted multi-mode to make space for tall drivers, there’s sufficient room in the back seat for passengers bellow six feet. Loading capacity is 14.3 cubic feet, which is competitive in its class. C-pillar and rear-seat headrests restrict back visibility. The rear seat backs fold forward 60/40-split; make available a flat cargo floor. Read the rest of this entry »
2011 Lexus HS 250h
Posted by Martin in Car Reviews, Lexus on May 24, 2011
The Lexus HS 250h, a small five-passenger sedan with front-wheel-drive and is Lexus first dedicated hybrid available in two trims: base and Premium. There are no equivalent models from luxury brands, thus the Lexus HS will compete with any other small, capable luxury car.
The Lexus HS 250h base model features a sunroof, 17-inch alloy wheels, keyless ignition/entry, heated outside mirrors, leather upholstery, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, power front seats
2011 Lexus HS 250h
with eight-way driver and eight-way passenger, dual-zone automatic climate control, full power accessories, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with audio controls and a 10-speaker audio system with six-disc CD changer, an auxiliary audio jack, satellite radio, an iPod/USB audio interface and Bluetooth connectivity for both phone and audio.
The Premium trim includes automatic wipers, 18-inch alloy wheels, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, driver memory settings, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, real-wood cabin accents and upgraded leather upholstery.
The interior of HS 250h shows the value materials for which Lexus is identified, and 1/3rd of the cabin and trunk are enclosed in ecological plastics, also identified as bio-plastic, which is said to generate 20 percent less carbon dioxide emissions than usual plastic in its manufacture and life cycle. Read the rest of this entry »
2010 Lexus GS
2010 Lexus GS 350 AWD, GS 350 RWD and GS 460 RWD Overview
The Lexus GS is a big saloon. The driving experience is both pleasing and noiseless, in a somewhat technical way. The Lexus GS is comes in three trims, ranging from the 350 RWD to the 460 RWD. The 460 RWD is outfitted with a standard 4.6-liter, V8, 342-horsepower engine and the 350 RWD is outfitted with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 303-horsepower engine. The Lexus GS includes Dual-zone automatic climate control with interior air filter, smog sensor and automatic recirculation mode.
2010 Lexus GS 350 AWD, GS 350 RWD and GS 460 RWD
Active front head restraints are currently standard. New exterior colors Deep Sea Mica and Satin Cashmere Metallic are added. In Lexus GS Safety Connect is standard and Lexus Enform with Safety Connect is optional when outfitted with navigation system. The GS entertainment features include iPod/USB connectivity, streaming audio via Bluetooth and satellite radio receiver to the standard Lexus Premium Sound System. The optional Lexus Navigation system is updated with Voice Command casual-language voice recognition and Bluetooth phonebook download capability. The navigation system also features XMWeather, XM NavTraffic and XM Sports/Stocks receiver and with a free 90-day trial subscription. Two new telematics systems are offered with a complimentary one-year subscription. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard in Lexus 350 RWD and an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard in 460 RWD. Read the rest of this entry »