Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD (gen 7)

Toyota Hilux 2012 3.0 diesel description

Crossover / SUV Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2015. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 171 horsepower on 3600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Toyota Hilux 2012 - 2015 version and torque 360 Nm (Newton metres) on 1400 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and VGT turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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The engine tends to be noisy and vibrate. Nozzle life is limited when using poor quality  ...  This Toyota Hilux 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7 litres.

Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.6 litres per 100km (11.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1080 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Toyota real everyday fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100 km, which is 20% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Toyota Hilux fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Toyota Hilux version with manual gearbox (Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD MT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 7.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 9.3 litres per 100 km.
Toyota Hilux 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Toyota Hilux 2012

Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD technical data

Model: Toyota Hilux Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2012. January ... 2015. January 
Engine: 2982 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 227 g/km
Power: 171 HP ON 3600 RPM Torque: 360 NM ON 1400 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 170 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.6 (combined) 10.9 (urban) 7.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.3 l/100km (22.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres (21.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.26m (length) 1.84m (width) 1.86m (height)
Turning diameter: 13.2 meters
Trunk capacity: 900 litres
Gross weight: 2730 kg

Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD engine 1KD-FTV

Engine reliability and common problems:

The engine tends to be noisy and vibrate.
Nozzle life is limited when using poor quality fuel.
Increased oil consumption tends to occur over time.
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 2982 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 96 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 103 mm
Compression ratio 17.9 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. However, the timing belt change interval for a particular engine is long enough to be comparable to the life of some engine chains.

More service info
Timing belt change interval 150,000 km (specified), 120,000 km (recommended)

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7 litres (7.4 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 10.3 litres (10.9 quarts)
Power 163 - 188 HP ON 3600 RPM
Torque 350 - 420 NM ON 1400 RPM
Start of production (year) 2000
Duration of production 24 years
Engine also used on Toyota Land Cruiser

All Toyota Hilux crossover [2012 - 2015] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 2.5 D 4WD

Most fuel efficient version

2.5 Diesel 144 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD

Most powerfull version (171 HP)

3.0 Diesel 171 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota Hilux 2012 Double Cab 3.0 D 4WD

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 12 seconds

3.0 Diesel 171 HP 8.6 l/100km Automatic (5)
Toyota Hilux 2012 reviews
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