2011 Lexus CT200h Hybrid Coming to Michigan

Meade Lexus of Lakeside is revealing the price tag of its newest model, the 2011 CT200h Hybrid, as the release date approaches. For less than $30,000, drivers will be able to get their hands on the wheel of this fifth Lexus hybrid—making it the cheapest Lexus yet.

The 2011 Lexus CT200h luxury hybrid will have a starting price of $29,120, plus delivery fees of $875, and will be accompanied by the highest combined fuel economy in the luxury segment with a rating of 42mpg and 43mpg city. With 60% less smog-forming emissions than the average new car, this latest hybrid brings more than just edgy styling and driving excitement--it brings an eco-friendly experience.

With four driving modes featured on the CT200h, Metro Detroit drivers can match the car’s drive characteristics to his or her own driving style. The EV mode allows for ultra-quiet running on electric motor power alone while Normal mode has an essentially linear throttle response and Eco mode emphasizes fuel economy.The Sport mode changes steering feel, accelerator response, battery voltage output to 650V, traction control response, and even the color of the instrument panel from blue to red, while turning the Hybrid meter into a tachometer.

Lexus has also created the industry’s first Electronic Device Holder, which will come standard on every CT.  This simple console-mounted device can easily hold most cell phones, music players, or portable navigation devices, in close proximity to the power and USB ports on the console—a feature that adds to the unique appeal for the eco-minded yet tech-savvy younger audience that the vehicle targets.

Standard 2011 CT200h Features Include:  

• Push-button start
• Touch sensors on exterior front door handles
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Six-speaker audio system with a CD player
• Safety Connect
• Bluetooth streaming audio
• XM satellite radio
• USB connector for iPod and MP3 players
• Power lumbar seat support  

Priced just $1,000 more than the cost of a hybrid in the non-luxury segment, while exhibiting the same elegance and safety standards modeled by previous Lexus hybrids, the 2011 CT200h allows drivers to affordably escape convention.

Send an email to marketing@meadeauto.com to be added to the Lexus CT200h VIP list to receive updates and invitations to see it and test drive it first.

Metro Detroit Lends a Hand to Meade Lexus Toy Drive

Generous Metro Detroit residents and Meade Lexus customers have helped make the Meade Lexus Holiday Toy Drive a heart-warming success! The toy drive took place at Meade Lexus of Lakeside and Meade Lexus of Southfield from November 22nd-December 13th, with donations filling more than two large collection boxes. Meade Lexus employees will wrap all of the items this week and give them to The Bottomless Toy Chest--which will then distribute the gifts to local kids fighting cancer. A big heartfelt thank you to everyone for their very generous donations--we're sure they will result in many youthful smiles this holiday!

“The Bottomless Toy Chest,” based in Birmingham, is devoted to delivering toys and crafts to local children to keep their spirits up as they undergo cancer treatments. Donations are delivered to children at local hospitals, including Beaumont, St. John's, and the DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan.

New iPhone App Brings Added Michigan Lexus Service





Meade Lexus' new “My Garage” iPhone app provides useful tools for Meade Lexus of Lakeside and Meade Lexus of Southfield customers to manage and maintain their vehicles, and also helps prospective customers quickly pull up current deals when making a purchase decision. This free app offers an array of quick-touch customer options, allowing users to do such things as record their service history, plan maintenance timelines, and keep track of fuel expenses and gas usage with the Fuel Mileage Calculator tool.

The Meade Lexus iPhone app allows users to:
-Quick connect to sales, service, or parts, as well as Roadside Assistance

-Find directions using the built-in Maps Application (with GPS on iPhones)
-Access mobile versions of LexusofLakeside.com and LexusofSouthfield.com
-Request a test drive through one-touch ability to reach a sales associate
-Schedule and confirm a service appointment while on the go

-Store a photograph of your vehicle and keep important ownership information such as the VIN, license plate number, and insurance policy number at your fingertips using the digital Glove Box feature
-Access exclusive coupons for discounts on parts, service, and new and used cars-Direct connect to a new Meade Lexus blog, as well as the Meade Lexus Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube pages

The new Meade Lexus iPhone app acts as a mobile Michigan Lexus service with answers at users' fingertips. Users can download the free app at the Apple App Store. 

The Picturesque Meade Lexus!

Meade Lexus of Lakeside and Meade Lexus of Southfield were the subjects of a recent photo shoot and the weather couldn't have been better! Pictures were captured from various outside angles at different times of day, and some interior photos made it in there as well.

View the newest photos of Meade Lexus!