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2012 Toyota Yaris Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Toyota Yaris gets a new, sportier look and some much-needed updates for 2012, and that helps close the gap some in a crowded field of affordable small cars. But the Yaris continues to come up short against the leaders, most experts believe.
The 2012 Toyota Yaris strikes a slightly longer, more serious and yet snappy pose that the automaker hopes has an appeal to the younger market that it's targeting with a digital campaign. That’s all well and good, experts note, and they do appreciate several of the changes that come with the makeover, though some question whether Toyota has gone far enough.
Reviewers feel the Yaris may be able to make up some ground on its rivals, but no one is suggesting that leaders in the field such as the Hyundai Accent, Honda Fit, Ford Fiesta and Kia Forte are about to run scared in the face of competition from the Yaris.
One area in particular that holds the 2012 Toyota Yaris back is its powerplant. Toyota again sends the Yaris out with the 1.5-liter, inline 4-cylinder engine that puts out 106 horsepower with 103 lb-ft of torque. A 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission are not that impressive, reviewers feel, for the most part. In turn, though, the 2012 version is lighter than in years past, and fuel mileage numbers are pretty good for the class: the 2012 Yaris rates at 29 mpg city/36 highway with the manual transmission, 30/35 with the automatic.
There are experts, it should be pointed out, who believe the Yaris possesses enough power for the highway and getting around the city. Some reviewers note, in addition, that handling for the improved 2012 Toyota Yaris is better and that it’s more fun to drive as well.
That’s especially true of the new, top-of-the-line SE trim, which features a sport-tuned suspension that also has quicker steering and, with a wheelbase that’s 2 inches longer, offers a more stable ride.
Toyota dropped the sedan from the Yaris lineup, and the 2012 versions come in 3-door or 5-door hatchback body styles in L, LE and SE trims.
The base L gets air conditioning and a front mono-arm windshield wiper, CD player and iPod and USB connectivity. The LE ups the goodies to include power windows and doors, audio controls on the steering wheel, HD radio, Bluetooth connectivity and a higher-end sound system. The SE, besides its tighter suspension and steering, has 16-inch alloy wheels, sports seats and higher-grade cloth upholstery,
Some of the more impressive changes for 2012 came with the cabin. The materials inside are better, and so is the design. Reviewers give unanimous thumbs up to one major addition by subtraction. No longer are gauges for the Yaris situated awkwardly on a center console. They have been moved to the front dash, back in front of the driver.
Front seats are well-positioned, and thus visibility is good, and roominess is pretty good for passengers in the back seats, too. Luggage space has been upped considerably to 15.6 cubic feet.
A few safety upgrades are among the revisions on the 2012 Toyota Yaris, too. It comes with 9 airbags, including one for the driver’s knees, and also has rollover-sensing, side curtain airbags for both the front and rear seats. The front seats are designed to help lessen problems with whiplash, and the Yaris has antilock brakes (the SE has 4-wheel discs, and other versions get rear drums) along with traction and stability control.
Published May 31, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2012 Toyota Yaris
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by Aaron C
Aug 27, 2024
This was a good value and a reliable car Aug 27, 2024
by Anonymous
Mar 17, 2024
The remote does not lock or unlock car at all I have to use the key to get in and I have to lock the car by hand.Mar 17, 2024
by Louis I
Dec 09, 2022
Great auto, low maintenance. Fun to drive. Great on gasDec 09, 2022
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by Aaron C
Aug 27, 2024
This was a good value and a reliable car Aug 27, 2024
by Anonymous
Mar 17, 2024
The remote does not lock or unlock car at all I have to use the key to get in and I have to lock the car by hand.Mar 17, 2024
by Louis I
Dec 09, 2022
Great auto, low maintenance. Fun to drive. Great on gasDec 09, 2022
by Cynthia E
Apr 14, 2022
Accident damage to body, cracked windshield, would not buy this carApr 14, 2022
by Anonymous
Dec 18, 2020
This car was an excellent car for the price. Very happy with our purchase.Dec 18, 2020
by Steve L
Dec 04, 2020
Love the updates over the 09 that we just lost due to a collision with a very large deer! The extras we got on this model LE was awesome and we found this one with only 34K miles! Other than a few minor scratches and a dent it’s like new, love Toyota’s reliability and durability!Dec 04, 2020
by Pamela J
Apr 15, 2020
I like having a CD player for my audio books.
Fuel economy, sporty look and realability all in one affordable auto !
Apr 15, 2020
by Anonymous
May 09, 2015
It's a good car and I have nothing but positive things to say about it. Also toyota care is very nice takes care of maintenance for you and the (still active) 3 year warranty is just what they say it is. For instance the foam in the driver seat broke they replaced it no problem, and my dogs paw pushed in the dial to change the vents where the a/c comes out and they replaced the knob no problem.
Keeping the Toyota in tip-top shape is a breeze it never needed anything mechanically, just tires rotated oil changed n gas :)
also i take out the backseat headrests for maximum visibility out the back window
and take out the back cover so you can lay the back seat down with ease it's a breeze to open and close it just pull the 2 knobs back there and you can carry anything
i literally carried 6 foot posts home to build a fence for my dogs with this versatile little hatchback toyota =)May 09, 2015
by Dave C
Sep 30, 2013
Performance: This vehicle performs quite well except for a lack of cruise
control. It accelerates normally, braking is quite good yet can get to you at
times due to the quickness, and the handling is quite well.
Build Quality: It seems like it is built to last despite its small size. The only
downside is that the vehicle may shake due to the road.
Appearance: The appearance is quite decent.
Cost of Ownership: I do not own the vehicle; my friend owns it.
Fun Factor: It's mostly fun, yet can be difficult without cruise control.Sep 30, 2013
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I have a 2012 toyota yaris. have a check engine light that has come on and off several times over the last month and 1/2 but seem sto be on more than not. The first time it came on it threw codes P0607, p0138 p1604 and p1605. since then the only one to return after they have all gone off and come back again is the p0607. I am sincerely hoping there could be another culprit as it seems to go off when it's extremely hot out but then comes back when it is room temperature or wet out. I know my battery has been tested and has a below average unit of the cold crank amps (i think that what its called?) and i was wondering how much that could have to do with it
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2012 Toyota Yaris Pricing
Original MSRP
$14,115 to $16,400Price range
$7,651 to $8,150Average price on CG
$7,771YoY price change
$7,938 to $7,771Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Power outlet(s): 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.72
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Grille color: body-color surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brakes: drum
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Power outlet(s): 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.24
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Power outlet(s): 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 4
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.24
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.24
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Grille color: body-color surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual seat cushion front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.24
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual seat cushion front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 10.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.24
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 24 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent