2012 Scion iQ Base
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- Photo: 2012 Scion iQ in Hot Lava, Front Left, 04-20-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Scion iQ IMG 4969 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Scion iQ front right profile by Ryou-kun16, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2012 Scion iQ rear 3-4 by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2012 Scion iQ Base is a 94-hp 1.3-liter inline-4 with a super cvt-i continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive. It starts at $15,265 MSRP and is rated at 37 mpg combined.
It makes 94 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 89 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 36 mpg city and 37 mpg highway (37 mpg combined).
The iQ measures 120.1 inches long on a 78.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,127 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $15,265 ($21,608 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $15,995 ($22,641 *) |
| Destination Charge | $730 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.3-liter DOHC 16-valve I4 with Dual VVT-i (1NR-FE) |
| Displacement | 1.3 L |
| Horsepower | 94 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 89 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-valve Dual VVT-i |
| Bore and Stroke | 72.5 x 80.5 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Super CVT-i continuously variable transmission |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 36 MPG |
| Highway | 37 MPG |
| Combined | 37 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 8.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.83 in |
| Turning Diameter | 25.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc 10.0 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum 7.1 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 5.0 Steel |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 5.0 Steel |
| Tires Front | P175/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P175/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 120.1 in |
| Width | 66.1 in |
| Height | 59.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 78.7 in |
| Front Track | 58.1 in |
| Rear Track | 57.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 3.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,127 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 28.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 50.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 33.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Scion IQ. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 8, 2012 · AIR BAGS
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Scion IQ vehicles manufactured July 31, 2011, through October 12, 2012. The cable for the Occupant Classification System (OCS) may become damaged when sliding the passenger seat forward or backward.
Consequence: If the cable for the OCS becomes damaged, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover on the OCS weight sensor cable. The recall began on December 20, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 12V528000
17 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Scion IQ
Owner Complaints
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Scion IQ (4 mention a crash, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Structure | 6 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 SCION IQ. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.