2012 · Compact Car · Gas
2012 Toyota Yaris MPG & fuel economy
The 2012 Toyota Yaris is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 33 MPG combined (30 city / 36 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 31 to 33 MPG. That's up 2 MPG from the 2011 model. Among 46 compact cars rated for 2012, it ranks 9th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,409 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2012 Toyota Yaris's fuel average is 14.0 km/L (7.1 L/100 km), or 33 MPG combined: 12.8 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 30 | 12.8 | 7.8 |
| Highway | 36 | 15.3 | 6.5 |
| Combined | 33 | 14.0 | 7.1 |
How it ranks among 2012 Compact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Yaris MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Yaris |
Gas | 30 MPG | 36 MPG | 33 MPG | — | $1,409 |
| FWD · 1.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Yaris |
Gas | 29 MPG | 34 MPG | 31 MPG | — | $1,500 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 1.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 87 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 269 g/mi
2012 Toyota Yaris vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Toyota Yaris?
Up to 33 MPG combined (30 city / 36 highway); ratings range from 31 to 33 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 2012 Toyota Yaris use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Toyota Yaris?
The 2012 Toyota Yaris's fuel average is 14.0 km/L (7.1 L/100 km), or 33 MPG combined: 12.8 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Toyota Yaris per year?
About $1,409 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $9.39 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.