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2011 CT 200h Lexus

By Deborah Creighton Skinner | Published March 29, 2010 | Full size is 1000 × 817 pixels

The 2011 Lexus CT 200h will be the first dedicated hybrid vehicle in the premium compact segment. The CT 200h comes with four drive modes: EV allows for ultra-quiet running on electric motor power alone; normal mode has an near-linear throttle response; eco mode reduces throttle response relative to the pedal angle and adjusts air conditioning settings to emphasize fuel economy. The sport mode provides a more responsive throttle and modifies the electronic power steering settings to give a faster response to driver inputs. (Image source: Lexus)

The 2011 Lexus CT 200h will be the first dedicated hybrid vehicle in the premium…