I was able to review the incredibly fuel efficient 2014 Lexus CT200h hatchback this week. The CT200h shares the 134 horsepower hybrid powertrain with the Prius, consisting of a 1.8-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, two electric motor/generators and a nickel-metal hydride battery pack. The continuously variable automatic transmission, though uninspiring, is amazingly smooth and transparent. Working together, the CT200h is good for an EPA estimated 42 mpg in combined driving (43 mpg city, 40 mpg highway).
