2021 Toyota RAV4: Price, Value & Reliability
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As of Nov 7, 2026, a used 2021 Toyota RAV4 lists for a median $26,205 (middle half $23,210–$29,238) at 74,644 mi, across 3,700 dealer listings. That's 36.3% below today's median new RAV4 price. Reliability: avoid in our NHTSA complaint analysis. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2021.
Used 2021 RAV4 for sale
| Trim | Listings |
|---|---|
| XLE | 1,336 |
| LE | 949 |
| XLE Premium | 693 |
| XSE | 293 |
| Limited | 233 |
| SE | 108 |
| Adventure | 51 |
| TRD Off-Road | 37 |
| State | Listings |
|---|---|
| Florida | 371 |
| Texas | 327 |
| California | 290 |
| North Carolina | 150 |
| New York | 140 |
| Virginia | 134 |
| Illinois | 128 |
| Ohio | 122 |
| Pennsylvania | 122 |
| Massachusetts | 119 |
2021 RAV4 reliability and recalls
Verdict: Avoid — compared with the RAV4's other model years on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints. 2021 RAV4 problems by component →
| Component | Campaign | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 23V865000 | Dec 20, 2023 |
Check whether a specific car's recalls were completed by running its VIN.
2021 RAV4 value vs new
At 5 years old, the 2021 lists 36.3% below today's median new RAV4 price of $41,446 (2026).
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2021 Toyota RAV4 FAQ
How much is a used 2021 RAV4 worth?
The median asking price is $26,205, with the middle half between $23,210 and $29,238, at a median 74,644 mi (3,700 listings).
Is the 2021 RAV4 reliable?
No — the 2021 is on our years-to-avoid list for the RAV4, based on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints against the model's other years.
Does the 2021 RAV4 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign that cover the 2021 RAV4, most recently air bags (Dec 20, 2023). Check a specific car by VIN to see whether they were completed.