Car financing: 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.
The 2012 Toyota Highlander for buyers
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2012 Toyota Highlander for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page sets out the 2012 Toyota Highlander for buyers, in plain words.
Before you sign for the Highlander
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 191 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering, electrical system and unknown or other; have those parts checked. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Specs, explained
It is powered by the 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid, with all-wheel drive. As a hybrid, it does best in stop-and-go traffic, where the electric motor does more of the work. With all-wheel drive, it pulls away more surely on slippery roads, though it does not stop any shorter.
Fuel use is rated 8.5 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 26 litres. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $39.54 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,400 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits stop-and-go driving and rideshare or delivery work. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Inside and out
An SUV body means more headroom and a taller cargo opening than a car of the same length.
Try before you buy
Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the Highlander for a week and see how it fits your life.
Year and trim
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. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Running costs
A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $13.18 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $131.80 at our price setting.
Let us know
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 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.