Used 2021 Honda CR-V for Sale near British Columbia

How much does the 2021 Honda CR-V cost?

Prices have softened 12.46% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 757 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2021 Honda CR-V a good car?

Yes — the 2021 Honda CR-V earns a 4.8/5 user rating and a 7.8/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Safety at 10/10.

Owners consistently praise its outstanding safety features, spacious and comfortable interior, and excellent fuel economy. It also fits well if you want a compact SUV that is easy to live with, broadly popular, and straightforward to understand. Even so, some owners note that highway merging can expose the engine’s lack of power, and that sound insulation and the infotainment screen could be better.

With 29.1% of listings marked as good or great deals, there is still enough market activity to make this a practical used-buy consideration.

Is the 2021 Honda CR-V reliable?

Owners rate it 4.8/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owners also describe it as reliable and highly rated, with many saying they feel confident in Honda’s long-term ownership reputation. The expert assessment reinforces that dependability-focused appeal by highlighting the CR-V’s broad mainstream success and its easy-to-live-with character.

The CR-V’s standard maintenance and ownership experience should be manageable for used buyers, but you should still budget for normal wear items and inspect service history carefully.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Honda CR-V?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LX is the most basic version, and it misses some equipment that appears higher up the range, including blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. Higher trims add more upscale interior materials and features, so you should compare equipment carefully if you want the best value.
• Powertrain: Every trim uses the same 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 190 horsepower and a CVT. It is tuned for smooth, steady acceleration rather than excitement, and some drivers may find it short on power during highway merging.
• Safety package: Honda Sensing is standard across the range and includes a multi-angle rearview camera, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking, road departure mitigation, lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and auto high-beam headlamps. Blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is not standard on the LX.
• Infotainment: Every trim gets a 7-inch high-definition touchscreen with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and SMS text messaging functions. Higher trims add features such as Sirius XM, HD radio, navigation, and a wireless phone charger.
• Fuel efficiency: The CR-V is rated as low as 8.3 L/100 km in city driving, 7.0 L/100 km on the highway, and 7.7 L/100 km combined in FWD form. AWD models are rated at 8.7 L/100 km city, 7.4 L/100 km highway, and 8.1 L/100 km combined.

Which 2021 Honda CR-V trim should I buy?

The 2021 Honda CR-V is offered in 5 trim levels: LX, Sport, EX, EX-L, Touring.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the value-focused entry point, but it is also the trim where you give up blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. It makes sense if you want the CR-V’s core strengths at the lowest price and do not need extra convenience features.
• Sport: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert while keeping the CR-V’s practical formula intact. It also brings HD radio, making it a smart middle-ground choice.
• EX: This trim adds more comfort and convenience equipment, including a better-equipped cabin and more premium touches than the lower trims. It suits you if you want a more polished daily driver without jumping to the top end.
• EX-L: This is the trim to consider if you want a more upscale feel, since it adds leather and more premium audio and infotainment features. It is a strong choice if interior comfort matters more than chasing the highest trim.
• Touring: This is the most feature-rich version, with navigation, a 300-watt audio system, and a wireless phone charger. It makes the most sense if you want the most complete CR-V experience and are willing to pay for it.

Honda Sensing is standard on every trim, and blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert starts on the Sport.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Honda CR-V?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but should move quickly on strong listings.

• Deal availability: 29.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 757 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.46% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $25,721 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Honda CR-V's resale value?

The current average of $25,843 CAD sits slightly below last year's $29,521 CAD.

That price decline suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help future buyers but may pressure resale returns for current owners. If you plan to sell later, the softer pricing environment means you may need to be more competitive to stand out.

Even so, the CR-V’s broad popularity and strong owner satisfaction should help support demand over time. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.8/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Honda CR-V safe?

The 2021 Honda CR-V earned both a five-star overall rating from NHTSA and an IIHS Top Safety Pick award.

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

Honda Sensing is standard on every trim and includes a multi-angle rearview camera, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking, road departure mitigation, lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and auto high-beam headlamps. Blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is standard starting on the Sport trim.

The main caveat is that it did not earn the higher IIHS Top Safety Pick+ designation because of lower scores in the headlight evaluation and the updated side crash test. It also received an Acceptable rating for LATCH ease of use.

Should I buy a 2021 Honda CR-V 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:

• 29.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.46% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2021 stands out for its strong safety reputation and broad mainstream appeal.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $25,083 CAD, the 2020 costs less than the current year's $25,843 CAD average.
• It is a comfortable and capable crossover with improved fuel efficiency and better value.

The bottom line: If you want the strongest mix of safety, popularity, and market availability, the 2021 is the better all-around pick. If your priority is saving money and you are comfortable with a slightly older model year, the 2020 is the more price-sensitive alternative.

How does the 2021 Honda CR-V compare to the 2021 Toyota RAV4?

Our experts score the 2021 Honda CR-V 7.8/10 and the 2021 Toyota RAV4 7.3/10.

The CR-V edges ahead on expert scoring and offers a lower average used price, which makes it the more approachable buy for many shoppers. The RAV4 has a slightly stronger highway fuel figure and a higher share of good and great deals, so it may appeal if you want to compare value against efficiency and market selection. Both are mainstream compact SUVs, but the CR-V’s stronger safety reputation and lower price help it stand out.

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

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.