What was the last year of the Lexus CT200h?
The last model year of the Lexus CT200h was 2017.
Launched in 2011 as Lexus's first dedicated hybrid hatchback, the CT200h ran through several model years before being retired as the brand shifted its emphasis toward hybrid SUVs and newer electrified architectures. This article outlines the final year of production and the broader lifecycle of the model.
Production timeline
Key milestones chart the CT200h's lifecycle from introduction to retirement.
- 2011: Global launch of the CT200h, based on Toyota's Hybrid Drive technology and positioned as a compact hybrid hatchback.
- 2017: End of production and sales in most markets, with Lexus phasing out the model in favor of newer hybrids and crossovers.
The CT200h spanned roughly six to seven years on the market, depending on the region, and was officially discontinued in 2017 as Lexus reshaped its line-up around electrified SUVs.
Details and context
Market variations
Discontinuation timing varied by region. Some markets ended CT200h sales earlier while others kept the model until 2017 as dealers cleared remaining inventories. Regardless of timing, the model's production ended in 2017 globally.
Summary
The Lexus CT200h was introduced in 2011 as Lexus's first dedicated hybrid hatchback and was retired in 2017. Its six-to-seven-year run reflects a shift in Lexus strategy toward hybridized SUVs and newer electrified models, with no direct hatchback successor in the lineup.
