Trade in: 2012 Lexus IS
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.7 to 11.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.7 to 11.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Lexus IS 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.
2012 Lexus IS specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 2.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 11.1 L/100 km | 12.0 L/100 km | 12.1 L/100 km | 12.5 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.0 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km | 8.8 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 9.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.7 L/100 km | 10.6 L/100 km | 10.6 L/100 km | 10.8 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 230 g/km | 251 g/km | 251 g/km | 251 g/km | 263 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.97 | $18.55 | $18.55 | $18.90 | $19.60 |
2012 Lexus IS: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 3.5 L | 2.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 21 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 25 |
| MPG combined (US) | 24 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 29 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,400 | US$3,750 | US$3,750 | US$3,750 | US$3,900 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,394 | $3,710 | $3,710 | $3,780 | $3,920 |
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 Lexus IS
- NHTSA lists 5 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 44 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (27), structure (7) and electrical system (5). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V741000 | 2019-10-17 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010... |
| 19V005000 | 2019-01-09 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana,... |
| 18V432000 | 2018-06-26 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a... |
| 17V006000 | 2017-01-09 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota 4Runner, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, Yaris, Scion xB, Lexus ES350, GX460, IS-F, IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, and Lexus LFA vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii,... |
| 13V030000 | 2013-01-30 | visibility/wiper | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 vehicles manufactured August 23, 2005, through October 5, 2011; 2010-2012 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles manufactured April 10, 2009, through October 6, 2011; and 2008-2011 Lexus IS-F vehicles manufactured December 14, 2007, through July 10,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 Lexus IS: before you buy
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2012 Lexus IS for sale by us right now. Before you buy the 2012 Lexus IS, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
What to check on the IS
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. NHTSA has 44 owner complaints on file, mostly about air bags, structure and electrical system. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the specs mean
Power: the 2.5L 6-cylinder; drive: rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
The EPA rates it at 9.7 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 29 litres. Every 100 km costs about $16.97 in fuel at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,400 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Inside and out
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. The EPA lists 311 litres for luggage, roughly about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Who the IS suits
It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
A longer test drive
Try the IS on your commute, then decide. A week with the IS answers more than any brochure. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Running costs
A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. The EPA estimates US$3,400 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Narrowing it down
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Ready when you are
Rent it for a week, then decide: 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 Lexus IS from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Lexus IS for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Lexus IS
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Lexus IS?
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 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Lexus IS cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,400 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3394.00.
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.