2012
Toyota Tundra

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$25,155
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Notable features

V-6 or V-8 power
Standard automatic transmission
Three cab styles
Trailer-sway control

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The good & the bad

The good

4.6-liter V-8 with broad, flat peak torque curve
5.7-liter V-8 among best half-ton-pickup engines
10,400-pound maximum trailering rating
Massive front brakes with excellent stopping power

The bad

Dark, sterile interior materials
Unloaded ride quality is harsh
Huge CrewMax has no rear captain's chairs in luxury model
No integrated trailer brake controller option
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Safety review

Based on the 2012 Toyota Tundra base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
3/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
3/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
20.4%
Risk of rollover
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
20.4%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years / 25,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
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Consumer reviews

89% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 99 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.7
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

By Herbert Len Moser from Joplin, MO
Owns this car
July 24, 2022

Long time owner

I’m the original owner. I bought this Tundra in Midland, TX in August 2012. Have had nothing but praise for the service I have received, not only from the dealer, but from Toyota financial services. Since I was a two time owner with Tacomas V6, I specifically asked for a Tundra V8. I wanted the power to pull heavy loads, knowing the Tundra is the one. It has over 156,000 miles and it still runs like a new truck.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Mike from Ohio
Owns this car
June 16, 2021

Owned it for 3 days

But it has already towed my travel trailer and felt every bit as powerful and tight as the 2019 lease that we are turning in. Previous owner obviously loved this truck and it has held up very well. I hope to keep up what has been passed on to me, and enjoy it for the next 10years!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Towing
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 5.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2012 Toyota Tundra?

The 2012 Toyota Tundra is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (22 styles)
  • LTD (6 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2012 Toyota Tundra?

The 2012 Toyota Tundra offers up to 16 MPG in city driving and 20 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2012 Toyota Tundra reliable?

The 2012 Toyota Tundra has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Toyota Tundra owners.

Is the 2012 Toyota Tundra a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Toyota Tundra. 89.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 99 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.7

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