LEXUS is heralding emissions of a tax-busting 96g/km for its sporty new CT 200h, which will hit the streets early next year.
The hatchback, on view later this month at the Paris Motor Show, boasts a full hybrid powertrain allowing it to outperform all its similarly powered small luxury car rivals - none of which come close to achieving a sub-100g/km figure.
Unlike conventional diesel engines, the latest generation Lexus Hybrid Drive - which powers the CT 200h - produces near-zero levels of NOx and particulates.
And preliminary fuel consumption figures further strengthen the car’s clean profile, with an anticipated 68.9mpg in combined cycle driving.
Lower fuel bills, a Band A classification for Vehicle Excise Duty giving a zero road tax charge and a company car tax benefit-in-kind of 10 per cent combine to give the car a compelling cost of ownership profile.
The CT 200h is built on a new platform which benefits from a series of exclusively developed body, chassis and powertrain control systems.
Drivers are given the choice of Dynamic and Relaxing driving moods, via four selectable modes for the full hybrid system: Normal, Eco and EV (electric vehicle) plus a Sport setting for more engaging drive.
Lexus’ designers have also given the car the lowest possible centre of gravity with a rigid bodyshell, performance damper system and new double wishbone rear suspension.