The U.S. will no longer offer the hybrid.
Lexus gave its smallest model a refresh. The 2018 model year includes subtle changes to the CT200h exterior, interior colors and additional safety systems. The most important thing is that the facelift causes a halt in sales of the model in the United States.
We reported in May that the vehicle would soon reach the end line in America. Now, a Lexus spokesperson confirmed the information to Carscoops. The U.S. has seen a decrease in Lexus’s sales of the model from January to May. This is 11.2 percent less than last year.
However, sales have “remained strong in key geographical regions that include China, Japan, and the European Union,” which means that the compact hybrid vehicle will continue to be available on many markets until the next generation.
The 2018 CT 200h has undergone a facelift with a prominent front fascia and a new mesh pattern to support the spindle grille. The new set of LED daytime running headlights has been added, and the taillights are now equipped with all-LED technology.
You’ll notice the new 10.3 inch display when you step inside the cabin. It replaces the 7-inch screen. Lexus will offer six new ornamentation options and several new color schemes in the cabin.
The powertrain is a hybrid system that consists of a 1.8-liter gasoline engine and an electric motor. This gives the vehicle a total output 134 horsepower (100 megawatts), which is channeled to its front wheels. The Lexus Safety System + is a new safety system that adds Pre-Collision System, Dynamic Radar Cruise Controller, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Departure Alarm (LDA), and Automatic High Beam headlights (AHB).