5 THINGS I HATE ABOUT MY LEXUS CT200H

Hey, Have you tried the updated spark plugs? The Sc16hr11 plugs woke up the car as well as helps with emissions, potentially helping with egr and carbon build up. Additionally if you still have this car, look up Maxxvolts hybrid battery charger. Refreshes the hybrid battery whenever you plug it in. Easy to install and helps reclaim mpg and battery storage.

People buying Lexus CT200H is like saying I’m disappointed that it couldnt keep up with a BMW M5 Merc E63 AMG. Stop complaining about its performance as it wasn’t built to perform like a sports hatchback.

Yep the GPS is absolutely useless

I have no problem with the breaks, but maybe that is because my model is younger.

Well it looks better thsn a prius of that year

You bought the premium. I stuck with the base model due to the hate for the infotainment system found in the forums.

Excellent

5 things I HATE ABOUT MINE🤔?? CAN'T THINK OF 1😯🤷. Owner since 2015 of a '13 model👍. JUST recently CHECK ENGINE LIGHT appeared for first time since purchase😳. IS this car capable of running out of gas🤔?? If SO, I WOULDN'T KNOW😯. I've driven on E for several miles, several times, and NEVER have I even felt the car lose traction. I know ECONOMIC MODE is supposed to stretch your Miles, but it DAMN NEAR feels like it it just won't SLOW DOWN 😍. IM TRULY ATTACHED to this car, and can't see myself in any other model, except a later version of this one at some point. They ceased production a few years back, so that makes the final 2-3 year models that much more appealing.

I've owned mine for almost 8 years😉👍.. Haven't had 5 problems yet😯

Great, reliable car!

You really shouldn't be driving mate you're a hazard

That's kind of disappointing that this vehicle, made by "Toyota" has all these mechanical issues. 🤷

Even the brakes locking up??? Seriously?? I would expect that from a Chevy spark or Cruz........ But.........Toyota?? 🤦

And yes I say Toyota because Lexus is made by Toyota. It's their premium luxury" vehicle.

Is that Azusa canyon?

Looking at a 2015 w/ 67k miles and only one owner. It’s at 23k and has been maintained well, just wondering if you think the car is worth buying at almost 10 years old?

My biggest problem with the car, is that there is no temperature gauge. The biggest thing that happens to these motors is a blown head gasket because you can't predict the temperature while it's overheating.

If youre buying this car you're not buying it for the technology, comfort, or horsepower; you're buying it because it's a dressed up alternative to a prius. The egr valve is an interesting point because I have not heard of many failures but, I guess it would be smart to service both that and the thermostat st 100k.

The braking issue you mentioned is related to the brake actuators that all go out in all toyota and lexus products. It's such a stupid design that I don't think they fixed and you're left with squaking brakes. The brakes don't project you forward, they're just more touchy. You'll find yourself pressing too hard too often. It's a super expensive fix thst most owners just ignore

you hate this, you hate that, what worthless comment. Lexus is one of the best cars of the world. It is so easy to try breakdown a brand. When you buy a car first you're gonne make a testdrive. But you already bought it. Then place the negative comments online. You made the decision...a wrong decision to buy this car! Reflect to yourself.

Christmas, and it’s warm and sunny, just doesn’t seem right.

What about the hybrid battery, is it worth it to buy a used Lexus Ct in that case?

Why not use a later model rather than the early version of the CT? Complaining about things that have been addressed.

Just a thing if you want a participate in a race this car is not for you!! But if you want a save money this is excellent car for you,,,, me I love mine is 2015 and I have premium sistem and is excellent for me…I don’t like race my car period.

Good review man, currently driving a 13 prius as a daily love the car but hate how it looks plus the stigma prius drivers get, looking to upgrade to a Lexus CT soon. Also Azusa canyons/GMR local local, grew up in west covina.

I'm seating in my wife 2012 ct200 I bought last year she already put 23,000 miles on it has 93,000 miles is 9degrees what is this guy talking about ? 1
2 brakes lock up because of the traction control
3 hahaha hourse power ? Is a 1.8 4 cylinder car averages 43mpg this guy is weird
4 Bluetooth yes toyota has the worst Bluetooth nissan is better there
5 I'm waiting for 5 this guy takes to long lol
This car is awesome guys if u need a great commuter I might get another 1 for my daughter

I'm in the market for the CT and how funny you filmed this in my city lol!

Once he said break lock up I’ll changed mind immediately 👎🏾 naw I don’t want this car let me go back to the NX or UX thanks tho✌️

My dads 2011 ct200h just blew the engine up at 205k miles getting one replaced for 3700 with 60k miles

If you don't wanna watch the video:

1. Egr clogs up
2. Brake lock up
3. Too less hp
4. Entertainment system/Bluetooth pairing and nav
5. Park button

You're welcome

The door panel is made with cheap material. If you get it a little wet it shrinks.

Put a supercharger on it

CT200H 2012, IT´S NOT 2018. I know every detail of every lexus. the best cars in the entire industry.

You are reviewing an almost 10 year old car! What do you expect? Lol it ain’t a Tesla bro!

Good info, but we wanna see the car, not you. Get out of the way?? Step to the side?

I don’t know why you don’t haye the whole shit car

For an alternative to BMW 1 series, Audi A3 and Mercedes A class the CT200h is a very good choice. Those who want better economy would likely be going for a diesel variant of the German rivals, however, CT200h is a very efficient rival, especially in city driving. It is based off the 1.8L Prius platform which most cars are used for Taxi here in the UK and if you ask the owners most of them have between 220,000-320,000 miles on them…

This car isn’t designed to be fast or sporty, it is designed to be aesthetically pleasing whilst also being an entry point to the Lexus brand; with minimal maintenance required and relatively strong resale value, this is the car that will likely bring more users into the IS300h or the UX250h range and most people know that Lexus customers become Lexus customers for life…

How is your steering? I just got a 2017 and i notice it is kind of wobbly and loos steering. When i jerk wheel from left to right the whole car wobbles, any issues like that with yours?

I'm looking at a 2011 with 200k miles -- low price. Well maintained. It will be a third car, really, for short distances around town. I expect repairs, of course -- but how risky is this?

Needed a new engine after 120k miles, extremely disappointing. I almost feel fortunate to have survived this car however, terrible brakes, visibility and so underpowered getting out of a bad situation on the highway is next to impossible

It's a 2012 😂😂😂 what do you expect in terms of interior???

Luxury prius

Some really nice notes here! Infotainment felt like a trip back to school, but still a nice place to be. Even nicer once I get a replacement AC blower

Nice sunglasses

Ladies and germs 🤣

Great video, and thanks for telling us the other side of owning one of these! You are stellar at reviews!

2011 Lexus CT200h owner here in Azusa! Love taking my CT up through the Canyon!

Great video! Not sure why so many downvotes, I've had this car for 3 months now and I love it, but these are legitimate critiques.
For me the HP is sufficient but that's a personal preference.
Regarding the park button, I haven't had a problem yet, but I also primarily use the power button as it automatically puts the car into park which I love.
The screen, connectivity and navigation are incredibly dated so I just mount my phone over one of the center air vents, which can individually be closed off which is perfect.
Thanks for the video.

How come the Lexus CT200h is discontinued? I really wanted to get this car!

I bought a 2012 with 100k miles October 2019. Came the Fsport rims and pioneer touchscreen outdated DVD player. How much is an egr maintenance and what do I tell the technician and do I go to the Lexus Dealership Serramonte or local mechanic 🧑‍🔧

Nice video, has anyone had to replace their hybrid battery. My 2012 CT’s hybrid battery went bad and It’s a bit expensive to replace. I’m going to try to do it myself.

My CT 2013 has 84,000 miles and is burning oil so like over 4000 miles the oil would nearly be completely gone so I suspect I would need a PCV replacement and to clean the whole EGR system and intake