How much does the 2021 Toyota Sequoia cost?

Prices have held steady compared to this time last year, signaling a stable and predictable market for this model year.

There are 128 listings available, which suggests a modest amount of inventory for shoppers to compare. If you find a listing below $47,660.74, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2021 Toyota Sequoia a good car?

Generally — the 2021 Toyota Sequoia earns 4.4/5 from owners and 7.0/10 from expert testing. The standout strength is Form and function at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise its practicality, good looks, and reliable performance, and they also call out its smooth ride and ample features. The Sequoia’s use-case is clear: you’re getting a large, truck-like SUV built for serious space and standard V8 power, not a sleek modern crossover. The main trade-offs are poor fuel economy, poor handling, and poor value for money. Even so, the market still shows 32.8% of listings as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop carefully.

Is the 2021 Toyota Sequoia reliable?

Owners rate it 4.4/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction. Reviewers also describe it as reliable and dependable, with a reputation for being trouble-free and something you can count on over the long term. The expert evaluation reinforces that impression by noting the Sequoia’s age and the benefit of not having to retool for 15 years, which is tied to good reliability. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is less about outright complexity and more about age-related wear, especially if the vehicle has been used hard or maintained inconsistently.

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

At 69.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially on higher-mileage examples or trucks with visible cosmetic wear. Focus on condition, maintenance records, and signs of prior bodywork, since the market includes a meaningful number of vehicles with accident history. It also makes sense to verify that the features you want are actually present, because trim content varies a lot on this model year.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The SR5 includes 18-inch alloy wheels, LED fog lights, three-zone climate control, pushbutton start, remote keyless entry, a 7-inch touchscreen, a power moonroof, and a power-adjustable driver’s seat. It can be upgraded with a Premium Package that adds a power-folding/reclining third row, power-adjustable front passenger seat, leather upholstery, and heated front seats.
• Powertrain: Every trim uses a 5.7-liter V8 with 381 horsepower and 401 pound-feet of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and four-wheel drive is available. It delivers stout acceleration, but the setup also contributes to poor fuel economy.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense-P includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, and automatic high beams. It also includes blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and front-and-rear parking sensors. There are no optional safety features, and you do not get lane-keeping assist or lane-tracing assist.
• Infotainment: The standard setup is a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Amazon Alexa, and a WiFi hotspot. A larger 9-inch screen appears on higher-spec examples, but the system remains straightforward and easy to use.
• Fuel efficiency: The rear-wheel-drive version returns 13 mpg city, 17 mpg highway, and 15 mpg combined. The four-wheel-drive version keeps the same city and highway figures and returns 14 mpg combined.

Which 2021 Toyota Sequoia trim should I buy?

The 2021 Toyota Sequoia is offered in 6 trim levels: SR5, TRD Sport, Limited, Nightshade Edition, TRD Pro, and Platinum.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The SR5 is the value entry point, but it still feels basic with the standard 7-inch touchscreen and no upscale trim-specific luxury touches. If you want the essentials and can live without the richer cabin upgrades, it covers the fundamentals well.
• Sweet-spot trim: The Limited is the best all-around pick because it adds leather upholstery, heated front seats, a power liftgate, navigation, and a 12-speaker premium audio system. It gives you the most meaningful comfort and convenience upgrades without jumping all the way to the top of the range.
• Premium/top trim: The Platinum is the most luxurious choice, with heated-and-ventilated front seats, heated second-row captain’s chairs, a larger 9-inch touchscreen, a power-adjustable steering wheel, and air suspension.
• Off-road trim: The TRD Pro is the one to choose if you want the most rugged hardware, but its off-road focus makes it less compelling for typical daily driving.

Toyota Safety Sense-P is standard across the lineup, so you do not need to move up trims to get the core driver-assistance suite.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Toyota Sequoia?

The market looks selective rather than overheated, so you can shop with patience and still find worthwhile opportunities.

• Deal availability: 32.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 128 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have held steady compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 69.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $47,660.74, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Toyota Sequoia's resale value?

The current average of $48,810 sits slightly above last year's $48,414.

That modest increase suggests the Sequoia has held value fairly well rather than swinging sharply in either direction. For a future seller, that kind of stability is helpful because it points to steady buyer interest instead of a softening market. The model’s combination of space, standard V8 power, and a reputation for reliability helps support demand even as its age limits broader appeal.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.4/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Toyota Sequoia safe?

It earns four-star ratings in rollover from NHTSA, and it has not been rated in further NHTSA crash tests.

It earns a 5/10 safety score from our experts.

Toyota Safety Sense-P is standard and includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, and automatic high beams. You also get blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and front-and-rear parking sensors. The main caveat is that you do not get more advanced features like lane-keeping assist or lane-tracing assist, and the old platform plus the rollover result are worth keeping in mind if safety is a top priority.

Should I buy a 2021 Toyota Sequoia 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:

• 32.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 69.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have held steady compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.4/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It adds the new-for-2021 Nightshade Special Edition.

Consider the 2022 if:

• It brings a refreshed trim lineup and keeps the same traditional full-size SUV formula.

The bottom line: If you want a proven, spacious, V8-powered SUV and can accept its age, the 2021 is the safer value play. If you’re shopping mainly on price, focus on clean-history examples and the better-equipped trims; if you want the newest nearby version, the 2022 is the more natural alternative.

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