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2012 Toyota Tacoma Base 4x2 AC 5MT

The 2012 Toyota Tacoma Base 4x2 AC 5MT is a 159-hp 2.7-liter inline-4 pickup truck with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $19,915 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 159 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 180 lb-ft of torque at 3800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The Tacoma measures 208.1 inches long on a 127.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,605 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$19,915 ($28,190 *)
MSRP with Destination$20,725 ($29,336 *)
Destination Charge$810
Engine
Engine Type2.7L DOHC 16-valve I4 with VVT-i (cast iron block, aluminum alloy head)
Displacement2.7 L
Horsepower159 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve VVT-i
Bore and Stroke95.0 x 95.0 mm
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Injection TypeElectronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD (front engine, rear-wheel drive)
Differential TypeAutomatic Limited Slip Differential (Auto LSD)
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
1st Gear3.95
2nd Gear2.06
3rd Gear1.44
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.81
Reverse4.22
Final Drive3.307
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway25 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended Fuel87 octane (regular)
Tank Capacity21.1 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionCoil spring independent double wishbone with gas-filled shock absorbers (low mount)
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring rigid suspension
Front Stabilizer Bar1.18 in.
Turning Diameter42 ft
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersVentilated disc
Front Brake Disc10.83 in. ventilated
Rear Brake Disc10.0 in. drum (leading-trailing)
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 in.
Wheels Rear15 in.
Tires FrontP215/70R15
Tires RearP215/70R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length208.1 in
Width72.2 in
Height66.1 in
Wheelbase127.4 in
Front Track61 in
Rear Track61 in
Ground Clearance7.9 in
Approach Angle27°
Departure Angle20°
Curb Weight3,605 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40 in
Headroom Rear34.9 in
Legroom Front41.7 in
Legroom Rear24.7 in
Shoulder Room Front57.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.7 in
Hip Room Front53.5 in
Hip Room Rear52.7 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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