Where there's room on price
31
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 47 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 Toyota Highlander Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$32,334
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$19,999$41,899
- Typical market range
- $27,995–$33,995
- Typical asking price
- $32,334
- Original MSRP range
- $35,085–$50,640
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
6 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
47
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Toyota Highlander.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$32,278–$33,682
Estimated dealer invoice — about $35,085 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| L | $24,990 | $35,085 | $32,278–$33,682 |
| LE | $28,346 | $38,710 | $35,613–$37,162 |
| XLE | $31,006 | $43,135 | $39,684–$41,410 |
| XSE | $32,300 | $43,630 | $40,140–$41,885 |
| Limited | $33,693 | $47,115 | $43,346–$45,230 |
| Platinum | $36,033 | $50,640 | $46,589–$48,614 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$22,938$37,815$52,692
Typical askingL
$24,990
L: typical asking price $24,990, original MSRP $35,085, estimated dealer cost $32,278 to $33,682.
LE
$28,346
LE: typical asking price $28,346, original MSRP $38,710, estimated dealer cost $35,613 to $37,162.
XLE
$31,006
XLE: typical asking price $31,006, original MSRP $43,135, estimated dealer cost $39,684 to $41,410.
XSE
$32,300
XSE: typical asking price $32,300, original MSRP $43,630, estimated dealer cost $40,140 to $41,885.
Limited
$33,693
Limited: typical asking price $33,693, original MSRP $47,115, estimated dealer cost $43,346 to $45,230.
Platinum
$36,033
Platinum: typical asking price $36,033, original MSRP $50,640, estimated dealer cost $46,589 to $48,614.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Toyota Highlander runs about $32,645 in MT to $35,504 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $2,344 | $110+ | $34,788 |
| TX | $2,021 | $332 | $34,687 |
| FL | $1,940 | $1,074+ | $35,348 |
| NY | $1,293 | $371 | $33,998 |
| PA | $1,940 | $587 | $34,861 |
| IL | $2,021 | $683 | $35,038 |
| OH | $1,859 | $444 | $34,637 |
| GA | $2,263 | $637 | $35,234 |
| NC | $970 | $793 | $34,097 |
| WA | $2,102 | $215+ | $34,651 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $32,859 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
20
MPG city
28
MPG highway
23
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2021 Toyota Highlander configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Toyota Highlander.
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Highlander & Highlander Hybrid vehicles. During normal vehicle operation, minor impact to the front lower bumper cover may result in the cover coming loose or detaching.
Remedy: Dealers will repair or replace the upper and lower front bumper covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB12/23TA12.
Campaign 23V720000 · 26/10/2023
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.
Campaign 23V865000 · 20/12/2023
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 Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) were installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Remedy: SET will inspect and replace the tires and information placard, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2024. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET24A.
Campaign 24V452000 · 18/06/2024
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to lock into position during seat back adjustment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the return springs in the seat back recliner assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 9, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota’s customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB06 and 26TA06.
Campaign 26V128000 · 05/03/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2021 Toyota Highlander?
Used 2021 Toyota Highlander listings ask about $32,334 at typical mileage, with most listings between $27,995 and $33,995. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2021 Toyota Highlander cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $35,085, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $2,751 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Toyota Highlander?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $32,645 in MT to $35,504 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Toyota Highlander?
There are about 47 days of national market supply for the 2021 Toyota Highlander — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Toyota Highlander.
Is the listed price on a 2021 Toyota Highlander fair?
Usually, yes. 2021 Toyota Highlander listings typically ask about $30,895, roughly 4% below the typical asking price at typical mileage, $32,334. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Toyota Highlander?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $32,278–$33,682 — its $35,085 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 11/1/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.