Bill Estes Toyota
2012 Toyota Tacoma
Now available at Bill Estes Toyota in Indianapolis, IN
- Starting MSRP$17,125
- Horsepower159–236 hp
- EPA MPG16–21 city / 21–25 hwy
- Max Towing3,500–6,500 lbs
Common questions
The 2012 Toyota Tacoma brings pickup versatility to Indianapolis shoppers through Bill Estes Toyota at 3232 Harper Road. This page covers the Tacoma’s five-seat configuration, trim pricing, available powertrains, fuel economy, towing range, dimensions, and drivetrain choices so shoppers can compare the lineup clearly. Across its trims, the Tacoma offers regular unleaded power, rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, and Regular Cab, Access Cab, or Double Cab body styles. Starting MSRP for the model begins at $17,125, while trim pricing reaches $28,085. Shoppers can review current Toyota inventory, explore ownership support, and connect with a local dealership serving Indianapolis and the Greater Indianapolis metro area.
- Starting MSRP
- $17,125
- Horsepower
- 159–236 hp
- EPA MPG
- 16–21 city / 21–25 hwy
- Max Towing
- 3,500–6,500 lbs
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Rear Wheel Drive / Four Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Unleaded
- Body Style
- Regular Cab / Access Cab / Double Cab
2012 Toyota Tacoma Trims and Pricing
Pricing depends on trim, powertrain, drivetrain, cab configuration, and transmission. The 2012 Toyota Tacoma lineup starts at $17,125, with the priced trims below ranging from $21,575 to $28,085. MSRP excludes tax, title, registration, and dealer fees; the destination charge is $845.
| Trim | Horsepower | EPA MPG (city / hwy) | Max Towing | Seats | Drivetrain | Starting MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PreRunner | 159 hp | 19 / 24 | 3,500 lbs | 5 | Rear Wheel Drive | $21,575 |
| PreRunner V6 | 236 hp | 17 / 21 | 6,500 lbs | 5 | Rear Wheel Drive | $23,010 |
| X-Runner V6 | 236 hp | 16 / 21 | 3,500 lbs | 5 | Rear Wheel Drive | $26,630 |
| V6 | 236 hp | — | — | 5 | Four Wheel Drive | $28,085 |
Starting MSRP excludes tax, title, registration, and dealer fees.
The PreRunner starts at $21,575 with a 2.7-liter inline four-cylinder engine producing 159 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. It uses rear-wheel drive, a four-speed automatic transmission, Access Cab body style, and delivers 19 city MPG and 24 highway MPG, with maximum towing of 3,500 pounds. At $23,010, the PreRunner V6 adds a 4.0-liter V6 engine rated at 236 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque, while retaining rear-wheel drive and Access Cab configuration; its four-speed automatic transmission supports 17 city MPG, 21 highway MPG, and 6,500 pounds of maximum towing. The $26,630 X-Runner V6 also produces 236 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque, but pairs rear-wheel drive with a six-speed manual transmission, 16 city MPG, 21 highway MPG, and 3,500 pounds of maximum towing. The V6 starts at $28,085 and combines four-wheel drive, Double Cab body style, a five-speed automatic transmission, and the 4.0-liter V6 engine.
Specifications and Configuration
The 2012 Toyota Tacoma seats five and is offered as a Regular Cab, Access Cab, or Double Cab pickup. Across the model’s five trims, engine choices range from 2.7 to 4.0 liters, with four- or six-cylinder layouts, 159 to 236 horsepower, and 180 to 266 lb-ft of torque. Peak power arrives at 5,200 rpm, while peak torque arrives from 3,800 to 4,000 rpm.
Depending on configuration, the Tacoma uses rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive and a manual or automatic transmission with four, five, or six speeds. Model-wide dimensions range from 190.4 to 208.1 inches in length, 72.2 to 74.6 inches in width, and 65.6 to 70.3 inches in height. Wheelbase ranges from 109.6 to 127.4 inches, curb weight ranges from 3,250 to 3,835 pounds, and fuel capacity is 21.1 gallons. Maximum towing ranges from 3,500 to 6,500 pounds.
Buying a 2012 Toyota Tacoma in Indianapolis
Bill Estes Toyota serves Indianapolis and the surrounding Greater Indianapolis metro area, including Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield, Lawrence, Zionsville, and Brownsburg. Shoppers can search inventory for current Toyota trucks and explore new, used, and certified pre-owned vehicles as inventory changes on a rolling basis.
Located at 3232 Harper Road, Indianapolis, IN 46240, Bill Estes Toyota also supports online purchase planning through Clicklane, including payment customization, trade-value calculations, financing, and direct home delivery. Factory-trained technicians provide Toyota service with genuine OEM parts, including oil changes, tire service, alignments, battery testing, and brake repairs.
What to Weigh Before Buying
Start by matching the Tacoma’s configuration to the work it needs to do. The four-cylinder PreRunner emphasizes a lower starting price and up to 3,500 pounds of towing, while the V6 configurations produce 236 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. The PreRunner V6 reaches the lineup’s 6,500-pound maximum towing figure.
Cab style, transmission, drivetrain, and fuel economy also separate the trims. Rear-wheel-drive Access Cab configurations include manual and automatic choices, while the V6 trim combines four-wheel drive with a Double Cab body style. For a broader pickup comparison, shoppers may also consider the Chevrolet Colorado; the Tacoma lineup can be evaluated on its own towing, cab, powertrain, and pricing choices.
