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Lexus Announces New CT 200h Premium Compact Hybrid

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Apr 022010

Lexus, a division of Toyota, is launching new cars faster than most of us can keep up. The latest new vehicle, the CT 200h, looks very promising. Our primary gripe about hybrids has always been… the lack of any personality, character or style whatsoever. Let’s face it. The hybrid is designed with mostly function in mind. Sure, you can sing your own praises about gas efficiency and saving the planet but no one is going to grant you any style points.

The new Lexus CT 200h, however, is one hybrid we wouldn’t mind at all. It’s a combination of a number of different looks from different vehicles, mashed together to create a pretty decent looking package. The front fascia is definitely taken from that of the Lexus IS-F, a true barn burner in every respect. The side profile and beltline remind us of the Toyota Matrix, a decent little car, and the rear reminds us of a combination the RX SUV series with a bit of the Subaru WRX thrown in for good measure.

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Lexus, a Division of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A
P.O. Box 2991-Mail Drop L201
Torrance, CA 90509-2991
1-800-255-3987

Hit the page jump for the full press release on this new Lexus.

Lexus Launches 2010 Lexus IS-C 350C F-Sport Special Edition

Lexus, New Products, OE 3 Responses »

Mar 212010

To be frank, I would buy a Lexus / Totoya regardless of recent noise about throttle / brake cables. Perhaps it’s even more timely that Lexus launch a new vehicle to offset some of the media hype.

The Lexus IS series is an attractive one, a true competitor to the Audi A4 and BMW 3-series line ups. To further raise the bar, Lexus announced the introduction of the IS 350C F-Sport Special Edition. What is F-Sport? It’s an in-house performance-oriented aftermarket brand creating a distinct identity for those models that go a step beyond showroom stock – think “LF-A,” “IS-F” and so forth. With an MSRP of $57,500, the 350C F-Sport certainly isn’t your entry level convertible. So what do you get for the extra cash outlay?

Exclusive color offering – Tungsten Pearl or Obsidian (basically, metallic gray and black)
19-inch forged wheels with exclusive design, shod with Michelin Pilot Sport tires (a step below our favorite tires, the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2, but great UHP rubber nevertheless)
Front and rear brake upgrade for “firmer pedal feel and enhanced fade resistance,” i.e. more aggressive pad material
Unique F-Sport front grill
Lowering springs with specially valved Bilstein dampers – we’re translating this into faster rebound stroke
Firmer sway bars, front and rear
Floor mat and shift knob with F-Sport logo

With only 100 units available across the US, this is a small production run that will most likely sell out very quickly. So if you want a piece of this factory tuned convertible, head out to your local Lexus dealer for more information.

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Lexus, a Division of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A
P.O. Box 2991-Mail Drop L201
Torrance, CA 90509-2991
1-800-255-3987

Detours of the Week - October 30th, 2009

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Oct 302009

Daniel Lewis

From Lexus – Lexus’ supercar, named LF-A, was unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show this week. The Lexus LF-A is equipped with a 4.8-liter V10 putting out 560 hp and 354 torque. It can reach 0-62 mph in 3.7 seconds, and top speed is just over 200 mph. There will only be 500 LF-As produced. Being priced at $375,000, I doubt they will have any more than 500 owners anyway. So now there’s a $100,000 Nissan, a $100,000 Chevy, and a $400,000 Lexus. Fast cars are getting ridiculously expensive, and remember when everyone was complaining about how much a Toyota Supra and Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 cost?

From YouTube – If I ever purchased a GM vehicle, OnStar would definitely be a feature I’d like to pay for. In this video, Hennessey’s Cadillac CTS-V hits so much g-force, that it triggers the OnStar system into thinking that there was an emergency in the vehicle. Isn’t technology great?

The F1 season comes to an end this weekend, as the drivers race in Abu Dhabi at the Yas Marina Circuit. Many drivers will need to prove why they should have a racing seat next year. I am expecting to watch a thrilling race, and to see amazing moves by Kobayashi during the race. You wont want to miss this race!