Real price data
What should you pay for a 2021 Toyota RAV4?
Original MSRP
$28,500
When new
Fair market price
$27,894
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$606
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $24,900 · 75th $29,995 · MSRP $28,500
Spread of current 2021 Toyota RAV4 listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LE | $26,098 | $28,500 | — |
| XLE | $26,479 | $30,195 | — |
| XLE Premium | $28,007 | $30,250 | — |
| SE | $28,900 | $38,350 | — |
| Limited | $32,415 | $37,180 | — |
| XSE | $32,584 | $34,600 | — |
- LE
- $26,098
- XLE
- $26,479
- XLE Premium
- $28,007
- SE
- $28,900
- Limited
- $32,415
- XSE
- $32,584
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Toyota RAV4 runs about $28,205 in MT to $30,769 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $2,022 | $110+ | $30,026 |
| TX | $1,743 | $332 | $29,969 |
| FL | $1,674 | $1,074+ | $30,642 |
| NY | $1,116 | $371 | $29,381 |
| PA | $1,674 | $587 | $30,155 |
| IL | $1,743 | $683 | $30,320 |
| OH | $1,604 | $444 | $29,942 |
| GA | $1,953 | $637 | $30,484 |
| NC | $837 | $793 | $29,524 |
| WA | $1,813 | $215+ | $29,922 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $28,419 |
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
27
MPG city
35
MPG highway
30
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2021 Toyota RAV4 configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2021 Toyota RAV4.
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
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2021 Toyota RAV4?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $27,894, within a typical market range of $24,900 to $29,995.
Is the 2021 Toyota RAV4 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $28,500, so a fair used price is roughly $606 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Toyota RAV4?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $28,205 in MT to $30,769 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/20/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.