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Posted March 24, 2010 - 2 Comments

Lexus CT200h

After its debut at the Geneva Auto Show just a few weeks ago, Lexus has now officially announced it will sell the CT200h hybrid hatchback in the United States. The CT200h will be the first full hybrid offered in the premium compact class.

Power comes from a version of Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive system using a 1.8-liter VVT-i 4-cylinder, however, Toyota has yet to announce any engine output numbers. Lexus claims a fully electric range of 1.2 miles in EV mode at speeds up to 28 mph, while driver’s can also select Normal or Sport driving modes. The CT200h is a front-wheel drive model and runs 17-inch wheels.

Lexus LF-A

The Lexus LF-A ($375,000) is packing a 4.8-liter V-10 that brings a tune of 560 horsepower and 354 pound-feet of torque. Lightweight titanium valves and connecting rods along with forged aluminum pistons, help the LF-A’s engine achieve its lofty 9,000rpm redline. Power is transmitted to a Torsen limited slip differential that splits torque between the back pair of 20-inch wheels.

BMW E90 M3 vs. Lexus ISF

The BMW M3 Sedan takes on the Lexus ISF in Top Gear’s Season 12 Episode 5. I’ll sum up this video with wise words from Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson:

“The Lexus does a lot of things brilliantly, but the BMW… that does everything brilliantly. In the past you had to be a cock to buy one, now you’re a cock if you don’t!”