2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Depreciation
A 5-year-old 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee has lost about 46.0% of its roughly $42,950 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $23,534, with most listings between $19,560 and $27,448. Listed examples average 69,496 miles.
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30k mi | $27,990 | 19 |
| 30k–50k mi | $26,864 | 42 |
| 50k–75k mi | $24,536 | 94 |
| 75k–100k mi | $21,542 | 66 |
| 100k–130k mi | $17,990 | 25 |
| Over 130k mi | $14,772 | 6 |
What's a Good Price for a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Great deal
Under $21,124
Typical
$21,124–$26,389
Overpriced
Above $26,389
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 252 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $21,124 and $26,389, with a median of $23,917.
Ownership & Condition
Across 252 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee listings.
Accident-free
73%
One-owner
54.1%
Avg owners
1.6
Personal use
32.4%
Certified (CPO)
2.4%
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
20 MPG
City / Hwy
17 / 24
Fuel / year
$3,350
Fuel
Regular
Engine
3.6L 6-cyl
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee trim holds its value.
| Trim | Fuel | MSRP | Median Resale | Depreciation | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laredo E | Gasoline | $36,970 | $20,408 | 43.2% | 35 |
| Laredo X | Gasoline | $40,470 | $21,995 | 44.9% | 35 |
| Limited | Gasoline | $42,950 | $24,138 | 46.5% | 78 |
| Trailhawk | Gasoline | $46,150 | $23,250 | 46.9% | 7 |
| Overland | Gasoline | $50,490 | $27,198 | 47.0% | 12 |
| High Altitude | Gasoline | $53,435 | $29,638 | 48.4% | 7 |
| 80th Anniversary Edition | Gasoline | $45,240 | $22,960 | 48.5% | 13 |
How the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Compares to Other Years
At 46.0% depreciation, the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2022 has lost 42.2% (around $28,672), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $5,138 more. The older 2020 sits at 51.4% (around $20,777), so dropping back a year saves about $2,757. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Known Issues & Complaints
396 NHTSA complaints, 12 recalls reported.
STEERING
102 complaintsSteering is erratic while driving. Car is shifting left and right by itself while driving down the road feeling like the tires want to go different directions from one another. Steering wheel makes noticeable movement on its own left and ri
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
66 complaintsI had stopped at a red light and the auto start/stop turned off the car. It would not restart. The fault caused it to stay in Park and could not get out of Park to move vehicle. This not only caused a road hazard but made me and others unsa
POWER TRAIN
47 complaintsThe contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal and attempting to overtake another vehicle. The RPM was extremely elevated; h
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
37 complaintsI’ve had to replace a total of two times my transmission, including the heater cooler, condenser antifreeze, coolant equipment The radiator tire rods. I have a document multiple documents that will show everything that has been done to my c
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
31 complaintsThe contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked with the headlight switch set to the Automatic Off/On position, the headlights blinked continuously, the bulb became red, and then the headlig
SUSPENSION
17 complaintsEvery time I hit a bumb or hole. The back end slides around. I’ve almost wrecked 100 times. And my tires wear down on tge back. Pleaee do something befor I kill someone or myself. The jeep is not safe. This is my 4 jeep and have had alot of
Top Issues
- STEERING
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- POWER TRAIN
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 21V797000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING): Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles not equipped with automatic high beams. When the master lighting switch is set to the auto position,
- !Recall 21V950000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING): Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with smart lighting modules (SLM). An incomplete SLM software update may cause one or both
- !Recall 21V729000 (VISIBILITY): Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail
- !Recall 21V873000 (AIR BAGS): Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Jeep Wagoneer, and Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may have incorrect
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Listings
Real 2021 Grand Cherokee listings on the market now.
$29,990
2021 80th Anniversary Edition · Silver
7,189 mi · Indianapolis, IN
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$27,990
2021 Laredo E · White
20,737 mi · Cleveland, OH
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$28,990
2021 Laredo E · Gray
21,637 mi · Richmond, VA
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$26,990
2021 80th Anniversary Edition · Silver
25,101 mi · Indianapolis, IN
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$26,990
2021 80th Anniversary Edition · Black
25,289 mi · Phoenix, AZ
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$24,990
2021 Laredo X · Gray
28,007 mi · Cleveland, OH
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee worth?
A 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee is typically worth around $23,534, with most listings falling between $19,560 and $27,448. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 69,496 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee depreciated?
The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee has lost about 46.0% of its original $42,950 base MSRP — roughly $19,757 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 Grand Cherokee have?
Listed 2021 Grand Cherokees average about 69,496 miles, with most between 41,424 and 96,464. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
For a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, anything under $21,124 is a strong deal, $21,124 to $26,389 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $26,389 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee are computed from 193 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.