Used 2021 Toyota 4Runner for Sale near Nova Scotia

How much does the 2021 Toyota 4Runner cost?

Prices have softened 7.67% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 145 listings available, which suggests a modest amount of inventory for shoppers to compare.

Is the 2021 Toyota 4Runner a good car?

Yes — the 2021 Toyota 4Runner earns a 4.8/5 user rating and a 6.2/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Form and function at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise its rugged durability, spacious interior, off-road capability, and useful technologies like adaptive cruise control and Apple CarPlay. That lines up with the 4Runner’s clear mission: it is built for buyers who value rugged capability, utility, and a go-anywhere personality more than polish. For the right kind of shopper, that focus is a major advantage.

The market also shows 33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2021 Toyota 4Runner reliable?

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

The owner feedback points to rugged durability, dependable ownership, and a vehicle that feels like a solid long-term investment. The expert assessment also says you can depend on the 4Runner’s dependability and that it seems indestructible even with heavy use. Toyota’s own positioning reinforces that this is a vehicle built for long-term ownership rather than short-term novelty.

For used buyers, the main ownership risk is not whether it will last, but whether you can live with its age-related compromises and fuel costs over time.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Trail trim is the most stripped-back version, with black cloth upholstery, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, no heated front seats, and an old-school cabin with hard plastics and manual air conditioning. Higher trims and packages add more equipment, but the base setup is intentionally simple.
• Powertrain: Every 4Runner uses a 4.0-litre V6 with 270 horsepower and a five-speed automatic. It is built around part-time 4WD, and the off-road-focused packages add a locking rear differential, Multi-Terrain Select, and Crawl Control.
• 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. Blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning are not included.
• Infotainment: The standard setup is an 8-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, five USB ports, and a year of Safety Connect. Packages can add dynamic navigation and Destination Assist.
• 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 suits you if you want the simplest 4Runner with standard part-time 4WD, the basic 8-inch touchscreen, and the most affordable starting point. It is the most stripped-back choice, so it makes the most sense if rugged utility matters more than comfort features.
• SR5: This is the better-value choice if you want the broader trim ladder and access to the available packages that add more capability and equipment. It is the trim to consider if you want to build toward a more feature-rich 4Runner without starting from the most basic setup.

Toyota Safety Sense P is standard, but blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning is not available on this model.

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

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so it makes sense to compare listings carefully and move quickly on strong examples.

• Deal availability: 33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 145 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.67% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $46,808 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 $46,937 CAD sits slightly below last year's $50,835 CAD.

That price movement suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help future sellers if they bought before the recent softening. It also means there may be less upside left in the near term unless demand strengthens again. For now, the 4Runner’s reputation for durability and utility should continue to support interest from buyers who want a rugged SUV with a loyal following.

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 Toyota 4Runner safe?

The 2021 Toyota 4Runner earns a Marginal rating from IIHS for small overlap frontal-impact protection, and a three-star rollover resistance rating from NHTSA. It also earns a three-star rating for front passenger protection in a frontal-impact crash.

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

Toyota Safety Sense P is the standard driver-assistance suite, and it includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic forward emergency braking, lane departure warning, automatic high-beam headlights, and pedestrian detection. Blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning are not included.

The main caveat is that the 4Runner’s safety performance reflects its age, and the missing blind-spot monitoring hardware is a notable gap for a vehicle in this class.

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:

• 33.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.67% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the rugged, old-school SUV character while adding modern infotainment and safety tech.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $44,483 CAD, the 2020 costs less than the current year's $46,937 CAD average.
• It is purpose-built for tackling terrain and offers a rough-and-tumble luxury alternative.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $50,043 CAD, the 2022 costs more than the current year's $46,937 CAD average.
• It adds modern infotainment and safety technologies while keeping the 4Runner’s rugged appeal.

The bottom line: The 2021 is the right pick if you want the current-year balance of rugged capability, strong owner satisfaction, and softened pricing. If you are more price-sensitive, the 2020 is the value play; if you want the newer-feeling version, the 2022 is the upgrade path.

How does the 2021 Toyota 4Runner compare to the 2021 Ford Bronco?

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.