7 Best 12-Inch Car Subwoofers (Powerful & Affordable)

When you want a little more power in your bass, 12-inch car speakers are always a safe bet. They are much more powerful than regular sizes like 8-inch or even 10-inch. Best this woofer size can output a heart-pounding low-frequency bass that is free of distortions and make your music sound amazing.

Since it is bigger in size, it takes a lot of space in a car boot. When installed in a small car, most of the time it will occupy the whole space. However, the boot now acts like an enclosure and further amplifies the bass. Especially when paired with a capable amplifier.

If size is not a concern for you, then this woofer will literally transform your car in a way that is simply not possible using traditional factory fitted speakers.

But of course, not all car woofers are the same. There are some models that are superior to others. Our buying guide was made to help those interested in 12-inch woofers find the best unit for the money.

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Editor's Rating: (4.6 / 5)

• Power Handling: 300 Watts
• Impedance: N/A

What makes the Rockford Fosgate P300-12 such a good choice is its convenience and ease of install. It does not have the most powerful power handling we have seen, as it is rated at only 300 Watts.

However, it comes with its own prebuild class D 300 Watts amplifier that produces a clean and deep bass with no distortions.

For better ease of use, an MDF enclosure is already provided with this unit. Moreover, it is quite versatile in terms of music tuning. The user can remote control the woofer without manually tweaking at the back, which can be hard to reach.

There are multiple tuning options, from low pass filtering to bass boost EQ. This allows you to fine-tune the bass to suit a particular taste.

The only real problem with the Rockford Fosgate P300-12 is its price. But when you factor in how easy it is to use out of the box, and the deep bass this woofer produces, we think that it is worth the price.

#2. MTX Audio Terminator Series TNE212D 12-Inches Car Subwoofer  

Editor's Rating: (4.5 / 5)

• Power Handling: 1200 Watts
• Impedance: 2 Ohms

MTX Audio Terminator Series TNE212D is a different type of woofer. It has a double 12-inch woofer that allows it to produce a rich and vibrant bass sound. This model is not for those with a small car boot, as the enclosure is large and requires some space.

With its 1200 Watts of peak power, this unit will sound very loud and output a thundering bass when paired with a good amplifier. It is actually meant to play loud at high volumes. The cone is made from polypropylene that is a strong material that can resist brutal vibrations during high volume playback.

Moreover, the 2-inch voice coils do a great job dissipating heat, preventing unnecessary overheating. They also produce exceptionally clear midrange frequencies, that eventually makes the whole soundstage richer and more vibrant.

The only caveat with this woofer is its big dimension. It is a dual woofer system that won’t be at ease in a very small car. But if you do have space for it, the MTX Audio TNE212D will sound amazing.

#3. Rockford Fosgate P2D4-12 12-Inches Car Subwoofer

Editor's Rating: (4.6 / 5)

• Power Handling: 800 Watts
• Impedance: 4 Ohms

The Rockford Fosgate P2D4-12 is one of the most popular subwoofer solutions amongst car enthusiasts. This is a quality sound component that is rated at 800 Watts and can output powerful low-frequency sounds.

Moreover, it is built like a tank and you won’t have any durability issues with this product, even if it is abused and played at higher than normal volumes. In fact, at the core of this woofer, we find a very tough kevlar reinforced cone that will not tear or lose its shape over time.

Further, the voice coil in this unit is a little bit bigger than other models, at 2-1/4-inch and made a copper aluminum material. It evacuates heat better and produces crisp midrange frequencies.

The only problem we see with this unit is that for the price, we would have loved to see it come with an enclosure. It doesn’t and you will have to check if its dimension will fit your enclosure.

Editor's Rating: (4.4 / 5)

• Power Handling: 2500 Watts
• Impedance: 2 Ohms

If we have to choose the best 12-inch car subwoofer in this review then it is definitely the Skar Audio EVL-12 D2. This is a monster woofer that has a premium build construction and outputs a very deep and powerful bass.

With its peak power of 2500 Watts, it must be paired with a powerful amplifier to deliver a clean and deep bass that will not distort even when played at very high volumes. Additionally, the voice coil in this woofer has 4 aluminum layers to dissipate heat more efficiently and produce better midrange sounds.

The foam surround around the cone is very elastic and allows the cone to vibrate freely, thus reproducing sounds in a clearer manner.

Moreover, for those who like to DIY with their woofers, this unit has a 2 Ohms impedance. Which means that you can use very thin wires for the connections. The main advantage of thin wires is that they look professional and clean.

Editor's Rating: (4.2 / 5)

• Power Handling: 500 Watts
• Impedance: 4 Ohms

The Rockville RVB12.1A is a full woofer system that comes with an AB class pre-amp, installation kit and a powerful 500 Watts woofer along with its enclosure. This unit is by far the most straightforward and easy to use woofer in this entire review.

It isn’t the most powerful woofer by any means, but for casual music listening it is more than enough. It certainly is a hundred times superior to factory fitted woofers, for sure.

One of the best things about the Rockville RVB12.1A is its high sensitivity of 93 dB. It does not take a whole lot of power to push this woofer, and thus it is more efficient than other models.

Moreover, it has all the traditional features you would expect from a quality subwoofer, like a 2-inch voice coil, durable cone, quality mosfets, and low impedance.

Best, it comes with a complete installation kit for the price. You will not have to invest more money in purchasing wires or RCA cables if you get this woofer. It is all-inclusive. Neat!

Editor's Rating: (4.1 / 5)

• Power Handling: 1300 Watts
• Impedance: 4 Ohms

If the Pioneer TS-W304R could be resumed in a few words, it would be power in a small package. At 1300 W, this subwoofer can deliver a lot of bass that still remains clear and don’t muffle the mid range.

Furthermore, as with most Pioneer products, this woofer has an excellent build quality that is strong and durable. It should last even if used daily.

Much of the durability of this woofer is explained by the IMPP cone that is tough and long-lasting. It also has a multi-layer voice coil design that resists overheating and delivers a crisper mid-range.

All in all, this is an affordable woofer solution that does not sacrifice build or sound quality at the expense of price. We recommend it for those who only need a woofer without the enclosure.