Auto loans: 2012 Scion iQ
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 6.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 6.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Scion iQ for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2012 Scion iQ specs
| Engine | 1.3L 4-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) |
| Fuel | Regular gas |
| City | 6.5 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 6.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 149 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $9.92 |
2012 Scion iQ: every figure
| Displacement | 1.3 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 36 |
| MPG highway (US) | 37 |
| MPG combined (US) | 37 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 44 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 113 L (4 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$1,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $1,984 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Scion iQ
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure (6), air bags (4) and engine (4). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12V528000 | 2012-11-08 | air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Scion IQ vehicles manufactured July 31, 2011, through October 12, 2012. The cable for the Occupant Classification System (OCS) may become damaged when sliding the passenger seat forward or backward. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 Scion iQ: before you buy
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2012 Scion iQ for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before you buy the 2012 Scion iQ, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
What to check on the iQ
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure, air bags and engine; have those parts checked.
What the specs mean
The engine is the 1.3L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive and an automatic (CVT). It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Plan on about 19 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 6.4 L/100 km. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $9.92, and a 300 km weekend about $29.76. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$1,800 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Best uses
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a summer weekend or a special occasion more than a move.
Living with the iQ
Low and compact, it is a car for the drive more than the cargo. At 113 litres, the trunk fits about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the iQ for a week and see how it fits your life. A test week in the iQ tells you more than any review. If the iQ is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge.
Narrowing it down
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Within the 2012 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
The cost of driving it
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $99.20 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$1,800 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Ask us
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 Scion iQ from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Scion iQ
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Scion iQ for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Scion iQ
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Scion iQ?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 Scion iQ before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 Scion iQ have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Scion iQ cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$1,800 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $1984.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.