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2012 Toyota Tacoma

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2012 Base 4x2 Regular Cab 6 ft. box 109.6 in. WB
most popular
Price:   -  From $17,125
2012 Base 4x2 Access Cab 6 ft. box 127.4 in. WB Price:   -  From $19,915
2012 Base 4x4 Regular Cab 6 ft. box 109.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $20,975
2012 PreRunner 4x2 Access Cab 6 ft. box 127.4 in. WB Price:   -  From $21,575
2012 Base 4x2 Double Cab 5 ft. box 127.4 in. WB Price:   -  From $22,425
2012 PreRunner V6 4x2 Access Cab 6 ft. box 127.4 in. WB Price:   -  From $23,010
2012 PreRunner 4x2 Double Cab 5 ft. box 127.4 in. WB Price:   -  From $23,075
2012 Base 4x4 Access Cab 6 ft. box 127.4 in. WB Price:   -  From $23,750
2012 PreRunner V6 4x2 Double Cab 5 ft. box 127.4 in. WB Price:   -  From $24,510
2012 PreRunner V6 4x2 Double Cab 6 ft. box 140.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $25,010
2012 Base V6 4x4 Access Cab 6 ft. box 127.4 in. WB Price:   -  From $25,305
2012 X-Runner V6 4x2 Access Cab 6 ft. box 127.4 in. WB Price:   -  From $26,630
2012 Base V6 4x4 Double Cab 5 ft. box 127.4 in. WB Price:   -  From $26,705
2012 Base V6 4x4 Double Cab 6 ft. box 140.6 in. WB Price:   -  From $28,085

Overview

V6 Access Cabs and Double Cabs can be had with either a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic. Access Cab has two small doors and two small seats behind the front passengers for four-passenger capacity. Double Cabs have four full doors and seating for five passengers and most come with a five-foot bed. The Base Tacoma is a no-frills work truck, while PreRunner models get more cosmetic enhancements and off-road gear to look like the 4x4 models. The X-Runner is a lowered, sportier version of the Access Cab that has two-wheel drive and the V6, 18-inch alloy wheels and a hood scoop. The TRD Off-Road Package on 4x4 models adds upgraded mechanicals for more serious adventuring.

The Nissan Frontier is the Tacoma's direct competitor. It combines rugged good looks with a strong V6. The Tacoma beats it by offering a regular cab for drivers who want to prioritize bed length and offers superior in-car technology with the Toyota Entune system. The Honda Ridgeline is less direct. Its unibody platform comes from the Pilot and Odyssey and it comes only as a four-door with one bed length. The Ridgeline is more carlike than the Tacoma and offers unique features like a lockable cubby in the bed. But the bed is shorter than ones offered on the Tacoma and it has less towing capacity and off-road capability.

Thanks to its size, powertrain options and wide array of cab sizes and trim levels, the Tacoma remains the perfect pick for buyers shopping for a pickup truck but who want to avoid the bulk and poor economy from full-size models. The strong V6 and availability of both a tuner-looking X-Runner and serious 4x4 models means there's likely to be a Tacoma for every buyer's tastes.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.7L I-4 / 159 HP / 180 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard: 5-spd man w/OD
Available: 4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
21 / 25 / 23 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
3
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.7L I-4 / 159 HP / 180 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
21 / 25 / 23 Mpg
Brakes
Front Disc/rear Drum
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Rigid Axle Leaf
Spare Tire And Wheel
Full-size Steel
Fuel Tank
21.1 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$81
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
Passenger Volume
56 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
190.4 "
Exterior Width
72.2 "
Exterior Height
65.7 "
Front Headroom
40.0 "
Rear Headroom
Front Legroom
41.7 "
Rear Legroom
Front Shoulder Room
58.1 "
Rear Shoulder Room
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,315 Lbs. / 3,335 Lbs.
Wheel Base
110 "
Turning Radius
18.4 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
2 Doors
Wheels
15.0 " Silver Styled Steel
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Clearcoat Monotone With Stripe
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Manual Remote
Bumpers
Black With 1 Front Tow Hook(s)
Grille Moldings
Argent
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust
Stainless Steel / Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
3
Seat Trim
Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bench
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
4-way
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm, Seek-scan
Speakers
4
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Tinted Windows
Light / Deep
Vanity Mirrors
Passenger
Remote Keyless Entry
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Park Pilot Rear
Security Systems
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
24 Months / 25,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
24 Months / 25,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles

Used 2012 Toyota Tacoma for Sale

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