2012 Scion tC Release Series 7.0 6MT
All photo credits
- Photo: 2015 Scion tC Release Series 9.0, front right by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2011 Scion tC by DestinationFearFan, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Side View - 2014 Scion tC (15826615046) by Michael Sheehan, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2015 Scion tC Release Series 9.0, rear right by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Front Seats - 2014 Scion tC (15851813182) by Michael Sheehan, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2012 Scion tC Release Series 7.0 6MT is a 180-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 with a 6-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,905 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 180 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 173 lb-ft of torque at 4100 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The tC measures 174.0 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,060 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Liftback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,905 ($29,591 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $21,635 ($30,624 *) |
| Destination Charge | $730 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve I4 with Dual VVT-i (2AR-FE) |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 180 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 173 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-valve Dual VVT-i |
| Bore and Stroke | 90.0 x 98.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.54 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.05 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.38 |
| 4th Gear | 1.03 |
| 5th Gear | 0.88 |
| 6th Gear | 0.73 |
| Reverse | 3.56 |
| Final Drive | 4.06 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 14.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double wishbone |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.95 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.87 in |
| Turning Diameter | 37.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc 11.65 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Disc 11.0 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 x 7.5 Alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 18 x 7.5 Alloy |
| Tires Front | P225/45R18 |
| Tires Rear | P225/45R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 174 in |
| Width | 70.7 in |
| Height | 55.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Front Track | 60.6 in |
| Rear Track | 61.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,060 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.4 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 52.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.6 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 48.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Scion TC. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 20, 2018 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain Toyota Racing Development (TRD) brake kits, part numbers PTR09-21111 and PTR09-52080, sold by Toyota as an optional accessory for model year 2008-2015 Scion xB, and 2011-2016 Scion tC vehicles. Over time, the brake hoses in these kits may fatigue and fail.
Consequence: Failure of a brake hose will reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify all known owners of the Scion xB and Scion tC vehicles upon which an involved optional TRD Brake Kit could have been installed. If the vehicle is equipped with one of the TRD brake kits, it will be replaced with a standard equipment brake kit, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0U.
NHTSA campaign 18E091000
Apr 9, 2013 · 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, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012 Toyota Prius, 2013 Scion FR-S, 2011 Scion XD, 2011 Scion XB, and 2012 Scion TC vehicles. These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight added. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
NHTSA campaign 13V123000
8 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Scion TC
Owner Complaints
8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Scion TC (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Visibility | 3 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 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 TC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.