Used 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid for Sale near Georgia

How much does the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid cost?

Prices have softened 3.11% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 769 listings available, which gives you a solid amount of inventory to compare before you buy.

Is the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid a good car?

Yes — it earns a 4.9/5 user rating and a 6.7/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Cost effectiveness, Technology, and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its excellent fuel efficiency, comfort, and spacious interior, and they also value the advanced safety features and smooth, quiet ride. That lines up with the Highlander Hybrid’s family-first mission: it is built for practical daily use, strong efficiency, and three-row versatility. The main trade-offs are its uninspired styling, cramped third row, and outdated technology. With 33.4% of listings marked as good or great deals, you have a decent chance of finding a competitive offer.

Is the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid reliable?

Owners rate it 4.9/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

User feedback points to a reliable, dependable, and trouble-free ownership experience, especially for buyers who want a vehicle they can count on for family duty and long-term use. The hybrid powertrain is framed as a practical choice for buyers planning to keep the SUV for a long time, and Toyota’s free scheduled maintenance plan for two years or 25,000 miles adds some ownership reassurance. The drivetrain is described as durable in everyday use, though the powertrain can sound strained under hard acceleration. For used buyers, the biggest long-term risk is less about outright reliability and more about living with the hybrid’s noisy, less refined driving character over time.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 79.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the vehicle history report carefully, because accident-free listings are common but not guaranteed. Prioritize a thorough inspection of the third row, infotainment operation, and any signs of heavy family use, since this is a three-row SUV that may have seen a lot of daily duty. Focus on condition, maintenance records, and whether the cabin and controls show wear consistent with the mileage.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The hybrid is offered in LE, XLE, Limited, and Platinum trims, and the base LE is the one most likely to leave you wanting more equipment. Higher trims add more upscale cabin materials and features, while the Platinum brings the most premium equipment.
• Powertrain: The hybrid uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with electric motors, and it is tuned for efficiency rather than excitement. It is rated at 36 mpg in combined driving, or 35 mpg with AWD.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ is standard and includes intersection support, emergency steering assistance, adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assistance, lane-departure warning, and lane-keep assist. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are not standard on the base Highlander L and become standard starting with LE.
• Infotainment: Every 2021 Highlander includes Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa connectivity, plus an 8-inch standard touchscreen. A 12.3-inch screen is available on Limited and standard on Platinum, and wireless phone integration is not mentioned.
• Fuel efficiency: The hybrid is EPA-rated at 36 mpg combined, and the AWD version is rated at 35 mpg combined. In testing, it averaged 31.7 mpg.

Which 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid trim should I buy?

The 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is offered in 4 trim levels: LE, XLE, Limited, and Platinum.

Here's the short version:

• LE: This is the entry point to the hybrid lineup, so it makes sense if you want the lowest-cost path into Highlander Hybrid ownership and care most about efficiency and standard safety tech.
• XLE: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds more comfort and convenience without pushing you all the way to the pricier upper trims.
• Limited: This trim is the sweet spot if you want a more upscale cabin and the available 12.3-inch infotainment system.
• Platinum: Choose this if you want the most premium Highlander Hybrid experience, including the available head-up display and standard top infotainment setup.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ is standard across the lineup, but blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert start at LE, while front and rear parking sensors begin with Limited.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop patiently but should move quickly on strong listings.

• Deal availability: 33.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 769 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.11% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 79.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $32,498, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid's resale value?

The current average of $33,165 sits slightly below last year's $34,230.

That softer pricing suggests the market has cooled a bit, which can help you buy more confidently now. For a future seller, the current trend means resale value may be steadier if the vehicle remains well kept and competitively priced. The Highlander Hybrid’s strong owner satisfaction should also help support demand when it is time to sell. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.9/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid safe?

The 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid earns a Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS and a five-star overall rating from NHTSA, though it received four-star ratings for the driver and front passenger in frontal-impact crash tests.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ is the standard driver-assistance suite, and it adds intersection support and emergency steering assistance for 2021. Standard features also include adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assistance, lane-departure warning, and lane-keep assist. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are not standard on the base Highlander L and become standard starting with LE, while front and rear parking sensors begin with Limited. The frontal-impact sub-test result is the main caveat to keep in mind.

Should I buy a 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2021 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2021 if:

• 33.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 79.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.11% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.9/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds improved headlights and upgraded Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $31,295, the 2020 costs less than the current year's $33,165 average.
• It brings a major redesign and a more modern foundation.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $35,409, the 2022 costs more than the current year's $33,165 average.
• It emphasizes efficiency and value with broad appeal.

The bottom line: The 2021 is the right pick if you want the updated hybrid Highlander with strong safety and efficiency at a still-reasonable price. If you are especially price-sensitive, the 2020 is the cheaper alternative to compare closely.

How does the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid compare to the 2021 Honda Pilot?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid:

• Pros: Spacious, Excellent value for money, Fuel-efficient.
• Cons: Uninspired styling, Cramped third row, Outdated technology.

2021 Honda Pilot:

• Pros: Spacious, Easy-to-use technology, Stylish design.
• Cons: Fairly pedestrian performance, Irritating transmission.

Our experts score the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 6.7/10 and the 2021 Honda Pilot 7.2/10. The Highlander Hybrid is the better choice if you want fuel efficiency and strong value, while the Pilot leans more toward easier technology and a more stylish design. Both are spacious, but the Highlander Hybrid’s third row is a drawback, and the Pilot’s performance and transmission are its main weaknesses.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.