Car financing: 2012 Ford F-150
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.5 to 17.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 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
- 12.5 to 17.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 | Powertrain 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.7L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder turbo | 3.7L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder turbo | 5.0L 8-cylinder | 5.0L 8-cylinder | 6.2L 8-cylinder | 6.2L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 14.1 L/100 km | 14.4 L/100 km | 14.9 L/100 km | 15.5 L/100 km | 15.6 L/100 km | 16.6 L/100 km | 18.6 L/100 km | 20.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.4 L/100 km | 10.6 L/100 km | 11.4 L/100 km | 11.3 L/100 km | 11.4 L/100 km | 12.3 L/100 km | 13.3 L/100 km | 14.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.5 L/100 km | 12.7 L/100 km | 13.3 L/100 km | 13.6 L/100 km | 13.7 L/100 km | 14.6 L/100 km | 16.2 L/100 km | 17.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 299 g/km | 307 g/km | 325 g/km | 325 g/km | 345 g/km | 368 g/km | 425 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $19.38 | $19.69 | $20.62 | $21.08 | $21.24 | $22.63 | $25.11 | $27.59 |
2012 Ford F-150: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 | Powertrain 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.7 L | 3.5 L | 3.7 L | 3.5 L | 5.0 L | 5.0 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 16 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 13 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 16 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,625 | US$3,700 | US$3,950 | US$3,950 | US$4,200 | US$4,450 | US$5,150 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,876 | $3,938 | $4,124 | $4,216 | $4,248 | $4,526 | $5,022 | $5,518 |
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 Ford F-150
- NHTSA lists 4 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 1,783 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (683), engine (483) and steering (205). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V075000 | 2019-02-11 | power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2013 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The transmission may unexpectedly downshift into first gear, regardless of vehicle speed. |
| 16V248000 | 2016-04-27 | power train:automatic transmission | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed. |
| 12V190000 | 2012-05-03 | exterior lighting:back up lights | FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, AND 2012-2013 MUSTANG VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NOS. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT" AND... |
| 12V198000 | 2012-05-03 | air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive | FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 F-150 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 6, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 15, 2011. INCORRECT SOFTWARE FOR THE OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM MODULE (OCSM) WAS INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES EITHER AT THE TIME OF MANUFACTURING OR DURING THE COURSE OF REPLACEMENT OF THE MODULE AS PART... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car financing: the 2012 Ford F-150
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2012 Ford F-150 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. This page puts the 2012 Ford F-150 in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Recalls and complaints
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. NHTSA has 1,783 owner complaints on file, mostly about power train, engine and steering. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
What the figures tell you
Under the hood: the 3.7L 6-cylinder and rear-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Fuel use is rated 12.5 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 38 litres. In money, 1,000 km costs about $193.80 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
What to expect from the F-150
A pickup is long and tall, so plan for parking and low garages.
Who it is for
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits moving day, renovation runs and anything that needs an open bed.
Try before you buy
A week with the F-150 answers more than any brochure. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent the F-150 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Picking a year and a trim
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
Still deciding?
Want to try before you buy? Ask for 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 Ford F-150 from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Ford F-150
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Ford F-150 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Ford F-150
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Ford F-150?
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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Ford F-150 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3876.00.
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.