According to these leaked details, the hybrid is based on the LF-Ch concept shown at the Frankfurt show in 2009. It comes complete with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder VVT-i gas (petrol, as they say over the pond) engine. It also includes a “magnet synchronous electric motor.” Fancy, no? Nickel-metal hydride is used for the high voltage battery, while power is sent to the front by electrically-controlled variable transmission, or E-CVT.

As far as design goes, the car remains an aerodynamic five-door like its previous concept. It has “sporty overhangs at the front and back, and a well-placed rear spoiler.” Compared to the Prius, at 4,320mm long, the car is 140mm shorter than the Toyota Prius. Lexus CT 200h is 1,765mm wide by 1,430mm high; 20mm x 50mm less than the Prius.

This leak may be a good thing for Lexus after all – demand is high for CT 200h, surpassing the announced 500 units set to be produced already.

Source: WorldCarFans

WORLD DEBUT FOR LEXUS CT 200h AT GENEVA MOTOR SHOW

KEY POINTS

* World-first appearance of the Lexus CT 200h
* First and only full hybrid model in the premium compact segment
* New gateway model to progressive luxury and the Lexus brand

Six months after revealing the LF-Ch concept, Lexus is set to unveil its new CT 200h model at the Geneva motor show.

Created for motorists who want to lower their emissions, but not their standards, the CT 200h will be the first full hybrid vehicle in the premium compact segment. It will offer new levels of refinement, sophistication and attention to detail, without compromising style or driving pleasure.

Equipped with second-generation Lexus Hybrid Drive technology, the CT 200h reinforces Lexus’s hybrid power leadership in the premium market, joining the established RX 450h, GS 450h and LS 600h models to create an unprecedented range of full hybrid vehicles.

The critically acclaimed Lexus LFA supercar will also be on show at Geneva, just ahead of the initial order period for the model coming to a close.

Andy Pfeiffenberger, Vice President Lexus Europe, will host a press conference on Stand 4211 in Hall 4 at 4.45pm on 2 March.