Used 2021 Toyota 4Runner for Sale nearNorth York, ON

How much does the 2021 Toyota 4Runner cost?

Prices have softened 7.04% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 125 listings available, which suggests you have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2021 Toyota 4Runner a good car?

Yes — 4.77/5 owners’ rating points to strong satisfaction, and the expert rating is 6.17/10. The standout strength is Form and function at 9/10.

Owners repeatedly praise the 4Runner’s rugged durability, spacious interior, off-road capability, and convenient technologies like adaptive cruise control and Apple CarPlay. That lines up with the 4Runner’s purpose-built character: it is aimed at buyers who want reliability, utility, a rugged image, and real go-anywhere capability rather than a soft, car-like SUV.

The market also shows 32.8% of listings as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2021 Toyota 4Runner reliable?

Owners rate it 4.77/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to rugged durability, reliability, and a vehicle that feels solid over time. The expert assessment also stresses dependability, saying you can count on the 4Runner’s long-term toughness and that it seems indestructible even with hard use.

Toyota’s ownership-cost messaging reinforces that theme, with the 4Runner described as a vehicle with real long-term value. The main ownership risk for used buyers is not durability so much as the trade-off that comes with it: you should expect higher fuel costs and accept the model’s older-school character.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Toyota 4Runner?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Trail trim is the most basic version, with black cloth upholstery, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, no heated front seats, and manual air conditioning. It also leans heavily on hard plastics and an old-school cabin layout, so you should check whether those feature gaps matter to you.
• Powertrain: Every 4Runner uses a 4.0-litre V6 with 270 horsepower and 278 pound-feet of torque, paired with a five-speed automatic. It is built for body-on-frame toughness and off-road use, but it feels slow, heavy, and clunky on pavement.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense P includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic forward emergency braking, lane departure warning, automatic high-beam headlights, and pedestrian detection. It does not include blind-spot warning or rear cross-traffic warning.
• Infotainment: You get an 8-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, five USB ports, and a year of Safety Connect. The screen is on the small side, but the physical controls are easy to use.
• Fuel efficiency: Natural Resources Canada says it uses 13.8 L/100 km in combined driving, and the test average was 14.0 L/100 km.

Which 2021 Toyota 4Runner trim should I buy?

The 2021 Toyota 4Runner is offered in 2 trim levels: Trail and SR5.

Here's the short version:

• Trail: This is the entry point, and it is the most stripped-back choice. You get the basic rugged 4Runner experience, but you also give up comfort and convenience features such as heated front seats. It makes sense if you want the simplest, most affordable path into the model.
• SR5: This is the better-value choice for most shoppers because it opens the door to the broader package lineup, including TRD Off Road, Limited, Venture, Nightshade, and TRD Pro packages in Canada. If you want more flexibility in how you equip your 4Runner, start here.

The safety package is Toyota Safety Sense P, and it does not include blind-spot warning or rear cross-traffic warning.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Toyota 4Runner?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers: there is enough inventory to shop around, but the best-priced examples still deserve quick attention.

• Deal availability: 32.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 125 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.04% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $46,804 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Toyota 4Runner's resale value?

The current average of $47,208 CAD sits slightly below last year's $50,781 CAD.

That softer pricing can help you buy in more favourably today, but it also suggests the market has already adjusted downward from a higher baseline. For a future seller, that means resale value may remain supported by the 4Runner’s reputation, but you should not expect rapid appreciation.

The model’s appeal still matters: buyers continue to value its rugged image, utility, and long-term durability. Those traits help keep demand steady, even when fuel economy and ride comfort are not strong selling points.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.77/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Toyota 4Runner safe?

The 2021 Toyota 4Runner earns a Good roof-crush rating from IIHS, but it also gets a Marginal result for driver protection in a small overlap frontal-impact collision and a three-star rollover resistance rating from NHTSA, along with a three-star frontal-impact rating for the front passenger.

It earns a 3/10 safety score from our experts.

Toyota Safety Sense P is standard, and it includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic forward emergency braking, lane departure warning, automatic high-beam headlights, and pedestrian detection. The main caveat is that it does not include blind-spot warning or rear cross-traffic warning, which are notable omissions for a vehicle of this size.

Should I buy a 2021 Toyota 4Runner 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.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.04% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.77/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the rugged, utility-first character that makes the 4Runner appealing to adventure-minded buyers.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $42,965 CAD, the 2020 costs less than the current year's $47,208 CAD average.
• It is a purpose-built SUV for rough terrain and rugged buyers.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $49,413 CAD, the 2022 costs more than the current year's $47,208 CAD average.
• It keeps the 4Runner relevant with modern infotainment and safety technologies.

The bottom line: If you want the strongest balance of price, satisfaction, and current-market availability, the 2021 is the sensible pick. If you are especially price-sensitive, the 2020 is the better value play; if you want a newer-feeling version and can spend more, the 2022 is worth a look.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.