Lexus CT first generation
The Lexus CT first generation (2011–2022): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 37 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: A10, ZWA10
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,320–4,360 mm RDW | 4,320–4,350 mm TC | 4,350 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm RDW | 1,770 mm TC | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,440–1,460 mm RDW | 1,440–1,460 mm TC | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm RDW | 2,600 mm TC | 2,600 mm |
| Front track | 1,525–1,535 mm ASTRA | 1,510–1,520 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,520–1,530 mm ASTRA | 1,530 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,460–1,840 kg TC | 1,370–2,014 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,445–1,485 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,790–1,845 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Boot space | – | – | 275–375 L |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,435 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 45 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 180 km/h RDW | – | 180 km/h |
| Torque | 142 Nm ASTRA | – | 142–207 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/55R16, 215/45R17, 195/65R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de, fr, ja, pl, sv), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | 97.1% (96.5–97.6) | 92.2% | 3,235 |
| 4–5 years | 95.8% (95.5–96.2) | 91.0% | 12,365 |
| 6–8 years | 94.0% (93.7–94.3) | 86.4% | 25,645 |
| 9–12 years | 90.2% (89.9–90.5) | 77.9% | 38,255 |
| 13 years and older | 86.1% (84.9–87.2) | 69.2% | 3,415 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 26.4% | 28.8% |
| Brakes | 15.3% | 23.3% |
| Lights and electrics | 8.0% | 12.7% |
| Suspension | 6.5% | 19.1% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 6.1% | 7.6% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 1.6% | 5.4% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
174 complaints for model years 2011–2017. 13 crashes · 2 fires · 111 injuries · 99 deaths
- Brakes 66
- Engine 41
- Electrical system 23
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 37 versions of the Lexus CT first generation
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European Union 14 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Hybrid | 4.8 L/100 km WLTP | 116 g/km | 1,612 |
| 2021 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Petrol | 5.0 L/100 km WLTP | 117 g/km | 438 |
| 2012–2020 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Hybrid | – | 85–98 g/km | 19,565 |
| 2011–2020 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Petrol | – | 89–98 g/km | 133,698 |
| 2020 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Plug-in hybrid | – | 92 g/km | 10 |
| 2013–2018 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Other fuel | – | 90–96 g/km | 2,255 |
| 2017 | 1.8 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | – | 90 g/km | 776 |
| 2017 | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | – | 91 g/km | 20 |
| 2015 | 1.8 L | – | Other fuel | – | 88 g/km | 12 |
| 2013–2014 | – | – | Other fuel | – | 93–94 g/km | 102 |
| 2011–2013 | – | – | Petrol | – | 90–93 g/km | 442 |
| 2011–2012 | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | – | 94 g/km | 11,818 |
| 2011–2012 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Electric | – | 93 g/km | 464 |
| 2011–2012 | Electric motor | – | Electric | – | 94 g/km | 54 |
United Kingdom 19 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 202016" (FWD) Premium Pack 16 · 16" (FWD) Premium Tech Pack Lhr 16 | 1.8 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.1 L/100 km WLTP | 115 g/km |
| 202016" (FWD) Takumi 16 | 1.8 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.1 L/100 km WLTP | 116 g/km |
| 202017" (FWD) CT | 1.8 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.2 L/100 km WLTP | 118 g/km |
| 202017" (FWD) F SPORT · 17" (FWD) F SPORT Conv Pack · 17" (FWD) F SPORT Conv, Tech Pack and 1 more trim | 1.8 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.3 L/100 km WLTP | 119 g/km |
| 202017" (FWD) F SPORT Conv, Tech Pack Lhr · 17" (FWD) F SPORT Takumi Pack | 1.8 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.3 L/100 km WLTP | 120 g/km |
| 202017" (FWD) Premium Pack · 17" (FWD) Premium Tech Pack · 17" (FWD) Premium Tech Pack Lhr and 2 more trims | 1.8 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.2 L/100 km WLTP | 119 g/km |
| 201916" (FWD) CT 16 (W/O LSS+) · 16" (FWD) Premium Pack 16 · 16" (FWD) Premium Tech Pack Lhr 16 and 1 more trim | 1.8 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.1 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 201917" (FWD) CT · 17" (FWD) Premium Pack · 17" (FWD) Premium Tech Pack and 3 more trims | 1.8 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.2 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 201917" (FWD) F SPORT · 17" (FWD) F SPORT Conv Pack · 17" (FWD) F SPORT Conv, Tech Pack and 4 more trims | 1.8 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.3 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 2019200h 17" wheels | 1.8 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.8 L/100 km WLTP | – |
| 2014–2018Advance · F Sport · Luxury and 11 more trims | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 94 g/km |
| 2014–2018S · CT200h S | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 3.6 L/100 km NEDC | 82 g/km |
| 2016–2018CT200h 16" wheels · CT200h 16'' wheels · Luxury with Optional 16'' wheels and 2 more trims | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 3.8 L/100 km NEDC | 88 g/km |
| 2018F Sport · Premier | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 3.8 L/100 km NEDC | 94 g/km |
| 2018CT 200h Premier · CT 200h SE Plus Pack · CT 200h F SPORT and 1 more trim | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 101 g/km |
| 2018CT 200h Luxury with optional 16" wheels · CT 200h Premier with optional 16" wheels · CT 200h SE | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.2 L/100 km NEDC | 97 g/km |
| 2013–2014CT200h Advance · CT200h F Sport · CT200h Luxury and 2 more trims | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | Automatic | 4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 94 g/km |
| 2013–2014CT200h S | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | Automatic | 3.8 L/100 km NEDC | 87 g/km |
| 2012CT200h | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 94 g/km |
France 2 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2015CT 200h | – | 73 kW (99 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 3.6–4.2 L/100 km NEDC | 82–97 g/km |
| 2012CT 200h | – | 73 kW (99 PS) | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 3.8–4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 87–95 g/km |
United States 1 version
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2017 | 1.8 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 42 MPG (5.6 L/100 km) EPA | 116–136 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2017Compact | 1.8 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.6–5.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 129–132 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.