By Jim Bray Saturday, May 21, 2011
Is Lexus’ new “Premium Compact Sportback” a luxury car, a sports car, or just a reasonably luxurious hybrid with sporting pretensions?
Well, if you’ve seen the commercials for the new Lexus CT 200h, you’ve undoubtedly noticed they refer to this cute little wagon as “the darker side of green,” hinting that it’s more than just an economical hybrid – that it has some driving soul as well. And why not? A hybrid does not necessarily mean “no fun”. The Honda CR-Z is a relative blast to drive, and the Lexus GS 450h is plenty fast and pretty fun to drive, so why can’t the new Lexus wagon offer the same experience?
Lexus IS and GS 350 AWD – a Fine Pair Gets All Wheel DriveBy Jim Bray Saturday, February 19, 2011
Lexus has been an incredible success story for Toyota since its introduction more than 20 years ago, when the outstanding LS400 luxury sedan not only dared to challenge the European luxury models, it kicked sand in their grilles in the process.
Since then there has been a succession of great and somewhat great vehicles from Lexus as the brand expanded to fill new luxury niches. That evolution added the IS and GS rear drive sedans to the mix (so far), the SC coupe, a series of SUV’s – and the front drive ES and HS hybrid.
Lexus debuts 2011 CT 200h and IS 350 AWD at the Montreal International Auto ShowBy Online Friday, January 14, 2011
MONTREAL, CNW At the 2011 Montreal International Auto Show, Lexus continues to push the boundaries of luxury motoring with the Canadian auto show premiere of two new vehicles: the 2011 Lexus CT 200h premium luxury compact hybrid and the 2011 IS 350 AWD luxury sport sedan.
470 vehicles to address potential for steering shaft disengagementBy Online Friday, July 30, 2010
TORONTO, - Lexus Canada today announced that it intends to conduct a voluntary safety campaign of approximately 520 2003-2007 Model Year LX 470 vehicles to address a steering shaft condition. No other Lexus vehicles are involved in this campaign.
Lexus HS 250h – an Easy to Like HybridBy Jim Bray Sunday, June 27, 2010
Call it an uber-Prius, if you like.
It’s the Lexus HS 250h, the luxury car maker’s first four cylinder model, and at heart it’s a luxury hybrid. It’s also a very nice car that would undoubtedly be easy to live with.
Lexus Announces CT 200h Premium Compact Hybrid for Canadian Market
By Online Tuesday, March 23, 2010
- Only Dedicated Hybrid Vehicle in the Premium Compact Segment
- Expected to Lead the Class in Fuel Economy Numbers
- Standard Safety Features Include Eight Airbags
By News on the Net Thursday, March 4, 2010
- Only Dedicated Hybrid Vehicle in the Premium Compact Segment
- 1.8L Four-Cylinder Engine Paired with Lexus Hybrid Drive
- Engineered for Dynamic Handling and Agility
By Online Thursday, January 21, 2010
The flagship Lexus LS 600h L long-wheelbase prestige hybrid sedan establishes a unique vision of the ultimate contemporary luxury for its owners. The LS hybrid marries unprecedented comfort, refinement and luxury with awe inspiring power, handling, and safety. It surrounds Canadian motorists with advanced technology that surprises and delights. And it delivers remarkable fuel efficiency and emissions performance that offers drivers a feeling of distinction without compromise as a more sustainable partner in their pursuit of automotive perfection.
The all-new 2010 Lexus GX 460 Luxury SUV offers advanced power and luxury with segment-leading fuelBy Online Monday, November 23, 2009
Lexus has introduced an all-new, second-generation GX 460 luxury utility vehicle for 2010 that is more advanced, more powerful, more efficient, quieter and more luxurious than the GX 470 model it replaces. The 2010 GX 460 achieves all of these significant developments while its segment-leading 10 standard airbags and the available Pre-Collision System help enhance safety.
Lexus LF-Ch Premium Compact Hybrid Concept Makes World Debut at 2009 Frankfurt Motor ShowBy Online Tuesday, September 15, 2009
TORONTO, /CNW/ - The Lexus LF-Ch compact hybrid concept made its world premiere today at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show. It will also be on display for the first time in North America at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show in December.
The 2010 Lexus LX 570
By Online Tuesday, July 28, 2009
TORONTO, /CNW/ - Confident and smooth performance, a go-anywhere attitude and distinctive luxury and comfort are hallmarks of the Lexus LX series full-size luxury SUV - and the 2010 Lexus LX 570 delivers more of what Canadians love about this vehicle, with additional luxury appointments, entertainment and safety features now included as standard equipment. Available in a choice of two trim levels, the LX 570 delivers full-size luxury that is both refined and outgoing for up to eight travellers.
Popular Lexus Ute Gets a Brand New SuitBy Jim Bray Monday, July 20, 2009
Lexus’ most popular model has undergone its first major restyling and reengineering, a process designed to keep it current and competitive.
Big Lexus SUV Ups Its Own Ante for 2009By Jim Bray Saturday, February 21, 2009
The Lexus LX 570 is the latest iteration of a vehicle that really began life decades ago as the Toyota Land Cruiser wagon – a fine vehicle then and today. The current version features a bigger and more powerful engine, more interior volume, more technology and more luxury appointments than you can shake a stick at.
Lexus Unleashes a BeastBy Jim Bray Sunday, November 23, 2008
It’s a lean, mean driving machine, yet it comes from a company whose name is more associated with luxury than sports.
Lexus GS 450h – No Slowpoke Hybrid, this!By Jim Bray Monday, March 31, 2008
Love may not be quite as wonderful the second time around. But it’s still pretty good!
