2021 Honda CR-V Depreciation
A 5-year-old 2021 Honda CR-V has lost about 20.7% of its roughly $31,950 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $24,965, with most listings between $22,343 and $27,993. Listed examples average 66,388 miles.
2021 Honda CR-V Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2021 Honda CR-V Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30k mi | $28,990 | 24 |
| 30k–50k mi | $27,190 | 46 |
| 50k–75k mi | $25,642 | 66 |
| 75k–100k mi | $23,998 | 44 |
| 100k–130k mi | $21,644 | 25 |
| Over 130k mi | $20,048 | 7 |
What's a Good Price for a 2021 Honda CR-V?
Great deal
Under $23,286
Typical
$23,286–$27,134
Overpriced
Above $27,134
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 212 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $23,286 and $27,134, with a median of $25,650.
Ownership & Condition
Across 212 2021 Honda CR-V listings.
Accident-free
90%
One-owner
47.5%
Avg owners
1.6
Personal use
52.5%
Certified (CPO)
3.3%
2021 Honda CR-V Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
32 MPG
City / Hwy
32 / 34
Fuel / year
$1,950
Fuel
Regular
Engine
1.5L 4-cyl
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2021 Honda CR-V trim holds its value.
How the 2021 Honda CR-V Compares to Other Years
At 20.7% depreciation, the 2021 Honda CR-V sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2022 has lost 19.8% (around $26,988), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $2,023 more. The older 2020 sits at 26.9% (around $23,140), so dropping back a year saves about $1,825. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Safety Ratings
NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2021 Honda CR-V.
Known Issues & Complaints
302 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls reported.
STEERING
98 complaintsI have noticed a hesitation in the steering of my 2022 Honda CR-V. I can only describe it as a knock but it's a feeling rather than a sound. It's like a "hitch" or "catch" in what should be a smooth motion. I initially though it was somethi
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
52 complaintsWhile driving at 60 mph, automatic braking feature activated slamming on brakes unexpectedly. There was no car in front of me when this occurred. This has occurred several times. In this instance, we were driving on a 4 lane HWY in the righ
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
27 complaintsThe bolt holding the hatchback piston that opens the trunk in place snapped and the piston went through the gap between the hatchback and the roof
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
25 complaintsDozens of photos&videos avail. When rains or humidity electrical is severely effected. All electrical warning lights turn on. Car wont shut off. Econo mode wont work and car stalls. Wipers wont turn off while driving. Lane change notificati
SERVICE BRAKES
20 complaintsIn the past two weeks, the automatic brake light came on when there was nothing in front of me. Then this past Thursday, I was in the middle lane approaching a stoplight that was about 500 ft. ahead of me, nothing was in front of me and the
ENGINE
16 complaintsOil has gas in it.
Top Issues
- STEERING
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- SERVICE BRAKES
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 21V900000 (SEAT BELTS): Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, CR-V, Ridgeline, 2022 Insight and CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The automatic locking retractor on t
- !Recall 24V064000 (AIR BAGS): Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insi
- !Recall 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE): Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MD
- !Recall 26V332000 (AIR BAGS): Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 20
2021 Honda CR-V Listings
Real 2021 CR-V listings on the market now.
$32,990
2021 Touring · Red
2,486 mi · Cleveland, OH
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$28,990
2021 Special Edition · Red
14,359 mi · Richmond, VA
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$28,990
2021 Special Edition · White
17,019 mi · Tampa, FL
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$27,990
2021 Special Edition · Red
22,354 mi · Chicago, IL
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$27,990
2021 EX-L · Gray
25,774 mi · Dallas, TX
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$27,990
2021 EX · White
29,538 mi · Chicago, IL
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2021 Honda CR-V worth?
A 2021 Honda CR-V is typically worth around $24,965, with most listings falling between $22,343 and $27,993. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 66,388 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2021 Honda CR-V depreciated?
The 2021 Honda CR-V has lost about 20.7% of its original $31,950 base MSRP — roughly $6,614 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2021 CR-V have?
Listed 2021 CR-Vs average about 66,388 miles, with most between 33,916 and 99,925. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2021 Honda CR-V?
For a 2021 Honda CR-V, anything under $23,286 is a strong deal, $23,286 to $27,134 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $27,134 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2021 Honda CR-V are computed from 153 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.