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Trim Levels
ALL 2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA TRIMS
| Trim | Body | Engine | MPG | HP | Seats | MSRP | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TundraTop Rated | Truck (Regular Cab) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 3 | $27,630 | MyCar Score™73.2 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Regular Cab) | 4L | 18 | 270 | 3 | $25,155 | MyCar Score™73.1 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Regular Cab) | 4.6L | 17 | 310 | 3 | $26,355 | MyCar Score™73.1 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Regular Cab) | 4L | 18 | 270 | 3 | $25,485 | MyCar Score™72.9 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Double Cab) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 6 | $28,755 | MyCar Score™72.6 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Double Cab) | 4.6L | 17 | 310 | 6 | $27,510 | MyCar Score™72.4 | |
| Tundra FFV | Truck (Regular Cab) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 3 | $30,350 | MyCar Score™72.3 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Double Cab) | 4L | 18 | 270 | 6 | $27,365 | MyCar Score™72.2 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Double Cab) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 6 | $29,745 | MyCar Score™72.1 | |
| Tundra FFV | Truck (Regular Cab) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 3 | $30,680 | MyCar Score™72.1 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Regular Cab) | 5.7L | 14 | 381 | 3 | $30,350 | MyCar Score™72 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Regular Cab) | 5.7L | 14 | 381 | 3 | $30,680 | MyCar Score™71.8 | |
| Tundra | Truck (CrewMax) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 6 | $31,580 | MyCar Score™71.7 | |
| Tundra FFV | Truck (Double Cab) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 6 | $31,805 | MyCar Score™71.5 | |
| Tundra | Truck (CrewMax) | 4.6L | 17 | 310 | 6 | $30,335 | MyCar Score™71.5 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Double Cab) | 5.7L | 14 | 381 | 6 | $31,805 | MyCar Score™71.2 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Double Cab) | 4.6L | 16 | 310 | 6 | $30,560 | MyCar Score™71 | |
| Tundra FFV | Truck (Double Cab) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 6 | $32,795 | MyCar Score™71 | |
| Tundra | Truck (Double Cab) | 5.7L | 14 | 381 | 6 | $32,795 | MyCar Score™70.7 | |
| Tundra FFV | Truck (CrewMax) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 6 | $34,630 | MyCar Score™70.6 | |
| Tundra | Truck (CrewMax) | 5.7L | 14 | 381 | 6 | $34,630 | MyCar Score™70.3 | |
| Limited | Truck (Double Cab) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 5 | $38,000 | MyCar Score™70.2 | |
| Tundra | Truck (CrewMax) | 4.6L | 16 | 310 | 6 | $33,385 | MyCar Score™70.2 | |
| Limited | Truck (CrewMax) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 5 | $40,535 | MyCar Score™69.4 | |
| Limited FFV | Truck (Double Cab) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 5 | $41,060 | MyCar Score™69.1 | |
| Limited | Truck (Double Cab) | 5.7L | 14 | 381 | 5 | $41,060 | MyCar Score™68.8 | |
| Limited FFV | Truck (CrewMax) | 5.7L | 15 | 381 | 5 | $43,595 | MyCar Score™68.3 | |
| Limited | Truck (CrewMax) | 5.7L | 14 | 381 | 5 | $43,595 | MyCar Score™68 |
Tundra
Top RatedBody
Truck (Regular Cab)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
3
MSRP
$27,630
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Regular Cab)
MPG
18
HP
270
Seats
3
MSRP
$25,155
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Regular Cab)
MPG
17
HP
310
Seats
3
MSRP
$26,355
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Regular Cab)
MPG
18
HP
270
Seats
3
MSRP
$25,485
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
6
MSRP
$28,755
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
17
HP
310
Seats
6
MSRP
$27,510
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra FFV
Body
Truck (Regular Cab)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
3
MSRP
$30,350
Drive
four wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
18
HP
270
Seats
6
MSRP
$27,365
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
6
MSRP
$29,745
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra FFV
Body
Truck (Regular Cab)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
3
MSRP
$30,680
Drive
four wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Regular Cab)
MPG
14
HP
381
Seats
3
MSRP
$30,350
Drive
four wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Regular Cab)
MPG
14
HP
381
Seats
3
MSRP
$30,680
Drive
four wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (CrewMax)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
6
MSRP
$31,580
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra FFV
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
6
MSRP
$31,805
Drive
four wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (CrewMax)
MPG
17
HP
310
Seats
6
MSRP
$30,335
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
14
HP
381
Seats
6
MSRP
$31,805
Drive
four wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
16
HP
310
Seats
6
MSRP
$30,560
Drive
four wheel drive
Tundra FFV
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
6
MSRP
$32,795
Drive
four wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
14
HP
381
Seats
6
MSRP
$32,795
Drive
four wheel drive
Tundra FFV
Body
Truck (CrewMax)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
6
MSRP
$34,630
Drive
four wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (CrewMax)
MPG
14
HP
381
Seats
6
MSRP
$34,630
Drive
four wheel drive
Limited
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
5
MSRP
$38,000
Drive
rear wheel drive
Tundra
Body
Truck (CrewMax)
MPG
16
HP
310
Seats
6
MSRP
$33,385
Drive
four wheel drive
Limited
Body
Truck (CrewMax)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
5
MSRP
$40,535
Drive
rear wheel drive
Limited FFV
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
5
MSRP
$41,060
Drive
four wheel drive
Limited
Body
Truck (Double Cab)
MPG
14
HP
381
Seats
5
MSRP
$41,060
Drive
four wheel drive
Limited FFV
Body
Truck (CrewMax)
MPG
15
HP
381
Seats
5
MSRP
$43,595
Drive
four wheel drive
Limited
Body
Truck (CrewMax)
MPG
14
HP
381
Seats
5
MSRP
$43,595
Drive
four wheel drive
At a Glance
KEY SPECS
Body Type
Truck (Regular Cab), Truck (Double Cab), Truck (CrewMax)
MPG Range
14–18 MPG
HP Range
270–381 HP
Seating
Up to 3
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Drive Type
rear wheel drive
Towing
10,400 lbs
Dimensions & Comfort
SPACE & COMFORT
Based on the top-rated 2012 Tundra trim.
Exterior Dimensions
Length
228.7 in
Width
79.9 in
Height
75.8 in
Wheelbase
145.7 in
Interior Dimensions
Front Headroom
40.2 in
Front Legroom
42.5 in
Cargo & Capacity
Towing
10,400 lbs
Curb Weight
4,910 lbs
Safety & Warranty
PROTECTION & COVERAGE
Safety Ratings
2012 Toyota Tundra PU/CC 4WD
NHTSA Overall
★★★★☆(4/5)Frontal Crash
★★★☆☆(3/5)Side Crash
★★★★★(5/5)Side Pole
★★★★★(5/5)Rollover
★★★★☆(4/5)Open Recalls
4 recalls
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. nhtsa.gov/ratings
Warranty Coverage
Basic Coverage
3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain
5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Roadside Assistance
2 yr./ 25000 mi.
Family & Safety
IS THIS A GOOD FAMILY CAR?
Car Seat Usability
Always have car seat installation checked by a certified technician. Find an inspection station near you →
LATCH System
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) is required on all US vehicles from 2003 onward.
✓ LATCH anchors required
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Common Questions
2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA FAQ
How many recalls does a 2012 Toyota Tundra have?▾
The 2012 Toyota Tundra has 4 recalls on record with NHTSA. Always verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov before purchasing.
What is the fuel economy of a 2012 Toyota Tundra?▾
The 2012 Toyota Tundra gets 14–18 MPG combined depending on trim level and drivetrain configuration.
What is the best 2012 Toyota Tundra trim to buy used?▾
Based on MyCar Score™ ratings, the Tundra trim scores highest at 73.2 out of 100, balancing value, fuel economy, and specifications.
Is the 2012 Toyota Tundra a good used car?▾
The 2012 Toyota Tundra has an average MyCar Score™ of 71 out of 100. MyCar Score™ weighs NHTSA safety ratings, recall history, fuel economy, and value. This is a competitive score for the segment.
How much does a 2012 Toyota Tundra cost used?▾
New MSRP for the 2012 Toyota Tundra ranged from $25,155 to $43,595. Used prices vary by mileage, trim, and condition. Run a free VIN lookup to check a specific vehicle.
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