2014 Ct200 Advance

[w3andw4d]

I currently have a 2005 RX300 and have previously owned an old LS400.

I don't partiularly need a big car anymore and am therefore considering a 2014 CT200 Advance (first hybrid) from a Lexus dealer.

The dealer is a 2 hour drive away. I know it's difficult to say for sure, but can you CT200 owners convince me to go the distance to test drive? Is it a smooth, comfortable Lexus, bearing in mind my previous cars, or is it not quite the 'traditional' Lexus experience?

It would be good if any of you have done something similar.

Thanks.

[TheOldGit]

Loads of answers to your questions:

Check out: CT200h Vs RX400h, you will get a load of answers, take your pick and maybe read between the lines.

[stevet]

I've driven a couple having them as courtesy cars when mines been in for a service. They are very different from the RX & LS. The main two points being the cvt gearbox and harder suspension. Worth a test drive.

[w3andw4d]

Thanks for the replies.

I have bought the 2014 Advance demonstrator that I went to see.

Mercury grey with Sport and Protection Packs.

It looks good with the black wheels.

As you say, it is very different to the LS & RX, but there is no mistaking the Lexus quality.

Trip computer showed 51 mpg with cruise selected on drive up and showing around 48-49mpg on short drives around here, so I'm pleased with that.

I might get to see how it handles the snow here in NE Scotland over the next coupe of days!