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Test Drive » Used » Lexus CT 200h is a very reliable car to buy on the secondary market A used Lexus CT 200h isn't one of those cars that captivates with style or practicality, but when it comes to reliability, there's nothing to complain about. The compact Lexus is one of the most durable cars in its class! Until about a decade ago, no one thought that a premium brand whose target group is buyers focused on large luxury cars would release a compact model. In 2010, the smallest Lexus of the CT series debuted. The 3rd generation Toyota Prius was used as the base, the distinguishing feature of which is the hybrid system. To this day, this is the only source of Lexus compact drive, which, on the one hand, should be considered a disadvantage (competitors offer different engines in many power options), and on the other hand, an advantage, for example, due to service transparency. I want to note that we have no complaints about the durability and reliability of the Lex 2012 lexus ct for us CT 200h hybrid system! In any case, this is one of the great advantages of this model.When we asked a Toyota and Lexus service specialist what the strengths and weaknesses of the Lexus CT 200h hybrid system were, we heard, “This drive really has no flaws—it's perfect and flawless. I have no complaints about the gasoline unit, in which the electric coolant pump fails over time, but most often this happens on runs of 250-300 thousand km, and the original Aisin pump is now available for sale for about $ 230. I don't remember anyone replacing a motor or converter because of a fault." In support of his words, our interlocutor offered to clarify the prices for components used for the hybrid system. Indeed, they are very attractive, for example, the e-CVT gearbox (attention - the planetary gearbox, which is often confused with the classic CVT) costs about $300, the 1.8 engine is about $1000, and the inverter is from $200 to $270. Why such attractive prices? According to our interlocutor: "Demand is very low, which is associated with the high strength of these components." Of course, you need to remember that the Lexus CT has been on the market since the end of 2010 and many cars have already traveled 250-300 thousand km, the demand for some used components is starting to grow. These elements include a fan for supplying air to the cabin. Increasingly, it begins to fail, which first manifests itself in loud work, and over time, the fuse blows many times. Unfortunately, a new official fan costs $800, an old fan costs PLN 150-180. The difference is big, so it makes sense to take a chance and buy a used one, but how long will the fan last? It is difficult to rationally evaluate, because if you find a part with a small “pass”, it should work for some time, but if it is removed from the car after a long run, it may be different. The battery life of the hybrid system is more predictable. In cars that are regularly used (batteries don't like long idle times at low voltage, for example), the first problems usually appear only after they have driven 300-350 thousand km. Lexus CT 200h uses NiMH batteries (28 modules with a capacity of 6.5 Ah). Each module can be regenerated, but as our interlocutor says: "If someone wants to stay with the car for a long time, I advise you to regenerate the entire battery." The cost of a professional regeneration is about $700 and a new one is almost $1,900. What, besides the state of the hybrid system, needs to be checked? Is the Lexus CT 200h saddled with serious and expensive problems to repair? As for the first question, before buying, you need to take the same steps as for any car. First of all, check if you are dealing with a car that has had a twisted mileage, and above all if the car has not been in a serious accident! Such Lexus CT 200hs are very risky, because improper repair is a risk not only of "crazy" electronics or failure of the hybrid system, but also of fire. After a run of 150,000 km, the exhaust system heat shields begin to make noise (cracking effect in the mounting area; we recommend using wider washers). A fairly typical problem is also the steering column shaft. And it's all. The remaining breakdowns are the result of improper operation of the car or a very high mileage, and not quality defects. In fact, we have the most objections to the usability of the model, not to robustness or reliability. If you are going to buy a Lexus CT 200h, you should know that it is a compact vehicle with limited transportation options. https://cars45et.com/listing/lexus/ct/2012