2021 Toyota Highlander Depreciation
A 5-year-old 2021 Toyota Highlander has lost about 28.0% of its roughly $41,685 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $30,404, with most listings between $26,967 and $36,762. Listed examples average 74,777 miles.
2021 Toyota Highlander Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2021 Toyota Highlander Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30k mi | $36,994 | 8 |
| 30k–50k mi | $36,143 | 28 |
| 50k–75k mi | $33,058 | 79 |
| 75k–100k mi | $29,684 | 60 |
| 100k–130k mi | $27,900 | 31 |
| Over 130k mi | $22,750 | 7 |
What's a Good Price for a 2021 Toyota Highlander?
Great deal
Under $28,323
Typical
$28,323–$35,000
Overpriced
Above $35,000
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 214 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $28,323 and $35,000, with a median of $31,555.
Ownership & Condition
Across 214 2021 Toyota Highlander listings.
Accident-free
72.2%
One-owner
44.4%
Avg owners
1.6
Personal use
50%
Certified (CPO)
2.8%
2021 Toyota Highlander Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
24 MPG
City / Hwy
21 / 29
Fuel / year
$2,650
Fuel
Regular
Engine
3.5L 6-cyl
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2021 Toyota Highlander trim holds its value.
How the 2021 Toyota Highlander Compares to Other Years
At 28.0% depreciation, the 2021 Toyota Highlander sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2022 has lost 20.6% (around $32,340), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $1,936 more. The older 2020 sits at 34.1% (around $28,496), so dropping back a year saves about $1,908. 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 Toyota Highlander.
Known Issues & Complaints
464 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls reported.
POWER TRAIN
181 complaintsThe transmission is in the whining stage of transmission failure. It has been confirmed by Cumberland Toyota in Cookeville, TN. There were no warning lamps, etc. however Toyota did post a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) on February 09, 202
SERVICE BRAKES
47 complaintsWhen applying the brakes when slowing down fro a traffic light or in traffic, the brkaes suddely stop workign for a few sseconds at a speed of 5-10 mph, causing car to lurch forward before the brakes reengage. This has existed for a couple
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
43 complaintsCar has stopped while pumping gas seems to be specifically after rain. There was a heavy rain and immediately after while pumping gas car was not able to start. Received message steering power low. Happened 3 times after first incident whil
STRUCTURE
40 complaintsThe front lower bumper detached while driving on the PA turnpike. The vehicle was traveling in the left lane approximately 75 MPH and was bumping on the road until we were able to pull over all the way to the right lane for approximately 1-
AIR BAGS
35 complaintsRecall remedy is not a available in timely manner. Recall # 23ta15
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
22 complaintsThis appears to be a fuel pump or something with the fuel issue on a 2021 Toyota Highlander L series. While driving it would stop and switch off at stop lights and stop sign. The codes that come up have to do with fuel being lean. However t
Top Issues
- POWER TRAIN
- SERVICE BRAKES
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- STRUCTURE
- AIR BAGS
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 23V720000 (STRUCTURE): Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Highlander & Highlander Hybrid vehicles. During normal vehicle operation, minor impact to the front
- !Recall 23V865000 (AIR BAGS): Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexu
- !Recall 24V452000 (TIRES): Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander vehicles. The 20-inch accessory tires with an insufficient load rating for the vehicle's Gross Ax
- !Recall 26V128000 (SEATS): Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position
2021 Toyota Highlander Listings
Real 2021 Highlander listings on the market now.
$35,590
2021 XLE · Gray
38,826 mi · Phoenix, AZ
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$36,990
2021 Limited · Gray
39,442 mi · Charlotte, NC
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$33,990
2021 XLE · Blue
45,137 mi · Dallas, TX
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$39,590
2021 Platinum · Gray
46,597 mi · Indianapolis, IN
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$38,590
2021 Platinum · Brown
56,432 mi · Cleveland, OH
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$32,500
Certified2021 XLE · Blizzard Pearl
58,954 mi · Claremont, CA
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2021 Toyota Highlander worth?
A 2021 Toyota Highlander is typically worth around $30,404, with most listings falling between $26,967 and $36,762. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 74,777 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 Toyota Highlander depreciated?
The 2021 Toyota Highlander has lost about 28.0% of its original $41,685 base MSRP — roughly $11,672 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 Highlander have?
Listed 2021 Highlanders average about 74,777 miles, with most between 47,084 and 102,289. 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 Toyota Highlander?
For a 2021 Toyota Highlander, anything under $28,323 is a strong deal, $28,323 to $35,000 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $35,000 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 Toyota Highlander are computed from 154 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.