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2016 Lexus CT 200h
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2016 Lexus CT 200h

An upscale sporty hybrid with Lexus-levels of reliability seems like a great idea. Though not a bad vehicle, the CT 200h doesn't live up to the promise, falling short of the Lexus standard for refinement. Powered by the same 134-hp, four-cylinder hybrid powertrain as the contemporary Prius, the CT gets 40 mpg overall. While commendable, that's four mpg less than the roomier Toyota, while delivering similarly leisurely acceleration. Handling is responsive enough, but the ride is stiff and choppy. The cabin is cramped and admits too much engine and road noise. Tight rear seats, limited hatchback cargo capacity, and an impeded rear view don't help. The interior has some nice touches, but falls short of being truly luxurious.

Market value
$12,375
Fuel
Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2016
Owner rating 5/5
Reliability 4/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Hybrid
Body style
4-door hatchback
Drive type
FWD
Transmission
CVT
Category
Luxury small cars
Generation began
2011

Pricing

Current retail median
$12,375
Retail value range
$12,375 - $12,375
Original MSRP range
$31,250 - $31,250
Trade-in range
$8,680 - $8,680

Ratings

Road test score
65/100
Owner satisfaction
5/5
Would buy again
81%
Reliability
4/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
43 MPG
EPA highway
40 MPG
EPA combined
42 MPG
Tested city
31 MPG
Tested highway
47 MPG
Tested overall
40 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$985
Cruising range
470 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.8 sec
0-60 mph
11 sec
60-0 mph braking
133 ft
Avoidance speed
54.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
171 in
Width
70 in
Height
57 in
Wheelbase
102 in
Weight
3,225 lb
Maximum load
825 lb
Towing capacity
0 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
3 in
Front leg room
42 in
Rear head room
3 in
Rear leg room
26 in
Luggage
1+1+0

Owner feedback

Comfort
1/5
Driving
4/5
Styling
4/5
Value
1/5

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
7/10
Greenhouse gas score
9/10
SmartWay
Yes

Brand context

About Lexus

Lexus, Toyota’s upscale sub-brand, is among the few luxury automakers that successfully merges technologically-advanced designs with consistently great reliability. Interiors are quiet and finished with finely-crafted materials. The engines are generally smooth and powerful. Many of its cars and SUVs are available with more fuel-efficient hybrid powertrains. Lexus continues to sell sedans, with its ES, IS, and top-shelf LS models. Most of its SUVs have done well in our testing, including the NX, RX, and TX. The brand’s first all-electric vehicle, the RZ, is a luxury version of the Toyota bZ4X EV. Lexus also sells two-door coupes and convertibles, the RC and LC. Multiple Lexus models have earned Consumer Reports’ recommendation for used cars.

Vehicle ID: 6981 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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