Auto loans: 2012 Toyota Highlander
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.5 to 12.5 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. 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
- 8.5 to 12.5 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid | 2.7L 4-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 8.5 L/100 km | 12.0 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 14.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.5 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.6 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.5 L/100 km | 10.9 L/100 km | 11.6 L/100 km | 12.5 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 197 g/km | 251 g/km | 276 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.18 | $16.90 | $17.98 | $19.38 |
2012 Toyota Highlander: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.5 L | 2.7 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 28 | 20 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 25 | 24 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 28 | 22 | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 34 | 26 | 24 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,400 | US$3,050 | US$3,350 | US$3,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,636 | $3,380 | $3,596 | $3,876 |
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 Toyota Highlander
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 191 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (47), electrical system (30) and unknown or other (24). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13V123000 | 2013-04-09 | equipment:other:labels | Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza,... |
| 13V014000 | 2013-01-16 | seats | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2012 Toyota Highlander
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2012 Toyota Highlander; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 2012 Toyota Highlander is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Before you sign for the Highlander
Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.
Under the hood
Under the hood: the 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid and all-wheel drive. It is a hybrid: the battery charges itself as you drive and brake, so there is nothing to plug in. With all-wheel drive, it pulls away more surely on slippery roads, though it does not stop any shorter.
Its combined rating is 8.5 L/100 km, which means roughly 26 litres for 300 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $13.18. The EPA estimates US$2,400 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Size and space
Being an SUV, it handles luggage, strollers and sports gear well.
A good match for
It suits stop-and-go driving and rideshare or delivery work. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
A longer test drive
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Try the Highlander on your commute, then decide.
Money matters
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $131.80 at our price setting. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Year and trim
Within the 2012 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Talk to a person
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
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 Toyota Highlander from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Toyota Highlander
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Toyota Highlander for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Toyota Highlander
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Toyota Highlander?
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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Toyota Highlander cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,400 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2636.00.
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.