Car financing: 2012 Toyota Matrix
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.2 to 10.5 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
- 8.2 to 10.5 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 Matrix specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 2.4L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 8.9 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km | 11.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.4 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km | 8.3 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.2 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.9 L/100 km | 10.5 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 190 g/km | 205 g/km | 230 g/km | 230 g/km | 251 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.71 | $13.33 | $15.19 | $15.35 | $16.28 |
2012 Toyota Matrix: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 2.4 L | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 26 | 25 | 21 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG highway (US) | 32 | 31 | 28 | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 29 | 27 | 24 | 24 | 22 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 35 | 32 | 29 | 29 | 26 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 566 L (20 cu ft) | 566 L (20 cu ft) | 566 L (20 cu ft) | 566 L (20 cu ft) | 566 L (20 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,300 | US$2,500 | US$2,800 | US$2,800 | US$3,050 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,542 | $2,666 | $3,038 | $3,070 | $3,256 |
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 Matrix
- 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 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (4) and engine (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V024000 | 2020-01-17 | air bags: air bag/restraint control module | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 Toyota Matrix: before you buy
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2012 Toyota Matrix 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. The 2012 Toyota Matrix for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
Before you sign for the Matrix
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. NHTSA has 5 owner complaints on file, mostly about air bags and engine. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
What the specs mean
The engine is the 1.8L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
It is rated at 8.2 L/100 km combined; 300 km takes about 25 litres. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $38.13 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Size and space
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back. Its 566 litre trunk is enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
A longer test drive
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. A test week in the Matrix tells you more than any review. Rent first, buy later: a week with the Matrix answers the big questions.
Running costs
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$2,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Which one to look for
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Ready when you are
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
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 Matrix from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Toyota Matrix
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Toyota Matrix for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Toyota Matrix
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Toyota Matrix?
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 Matrix 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 Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2542.00.
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.