2012 Toyota Tacoma Base 4x2 DC 4AT
The 2012 Toyota Tacoma Base 4x2 DC 4AT is a 159-hp 2.7-liter inline-4 pickup truck with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $22,425 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 159 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 180 lb-ft of torque at 3800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Tacoma has a curb weight of 3,705 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $22,425 ($31,743 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $23,235 ($32,889 *) |
| Destination Charge | $810 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.7L DOHC 16-valve I4 with VVT-i (cast iron block, aluminum alloy head) |
| Displacement | 2.7 L |
| Horsepower | 159 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-valve VVT-i |
| Bore and Stroke | 95.0 x 95.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD (front engine, rear-wheel drive) |
| Differential Type | Automatic Limited Slip Differential (Auto LSD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic (ECT) |
| 1st Gear | 2.8 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.53 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.71 |
| Reverse | 2.39 |
| Final Drive | 3.583 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | 87 octane (regular) |
| Tank Capacity | 21.1 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Coil spring independent double wishbone with gas-filled shock absorbers (low mount) |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf spring rigid suspension |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 1.18 in. |
| Turning Diameter | 40.6 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Ventilated disc |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.83 in. ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.0 in. drum (leading-trailing) |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in. |
| Tires Front | P215/70R15 |
| Tires Rear | P215/70R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Approach Angle | 27° |
| Departure Angle | 20° |
| Curb Weight | 3,705 lbs |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars