2012 Toyota Matrix

$11,999
from
2
listings
$12K–$13K
price range
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Low$11,999
High$12,750
From$11,999
Avg Mileage75,000 mi

Sourced from 2 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2012 Toyota Matrix Trims

All Trims Combined
From$11,999
$12K–$13K
2 listings75,000 avg miles
L
From$3,654
3 listings|$4K–$12K
S
From$6,587
26 listings|$7K–$13K
XR
From$3,245
21 listings|$3K–$9K
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XRS

2012 Toyota Matrix Pricing

Price Trend

1 data point
$5,995
as of Mar 26

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Toyota Matrix Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 5 complaints for the 2012 Toyota Matrix, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

1
Recalls
5
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
20V0240002020-17-01
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.

In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 5 issues reported over 1 model years, air bags problems are the most common for the 2012 Toyota Matrix. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Air Bags4
02Engine1
5 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota Matrix Fuel Economy

Where to Find 2012 Toyota Matrix

23States

Washington DC has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 23 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2012.

Buying a 2012 Toyota Matrix?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2012 Toyota Matrix a good car to buy?

The 2012 Toyota Matrix has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2012 Toyota Matrix?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2012 Toyota Matrix. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2012 Toyota Matrix?

Fuel economy ranges from 22 to 29 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $576 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2012 Toyota Matrix?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 2012 Toyota Matrix, based on 5 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2012 compare to other Toyota Matrix years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Toyota Matrix model years. Visit the Toyota Matrix buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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