Used 2021 Toyota Venza for Sale nearToronto, ON

How much does the 2021 Toyota Venza cost?

Prices have softened 7.53% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 55 listings available, which gives you a modest amount of inventory to compare before you buy.

Is the 2021 Toyota Venza a good car?

Yes — the 2021 Toyota Venza earns a 4.7/5 user rating and an 8.3/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Form and function, Cost effectiveness, and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its luxurious feel, advanced safety features, fuel economy, comfortable ride, and extensive technology options. In use, it is positioned as a two-row SUV with a more premium personality, standard all-wheel drive, and a hybrid-only setup that suits buyers who value refinement and efficiency over maximum practicality. With 21.8% of listings marked as good or great deals, the market still offers some attractive opportunities.

Is the 2021 Toyota Venza reliable?

Owners rate it 4.7/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

User feedback points to a reliable, trouble-free ownership experience, with many drivers highlighting the Venza’s dependable feel, fuel economy, and comfortable ride. The expert evaluation also describes the hybrid powertrain as well-suited to the vehicle’s mission, with smooth acceleration and confident handling that should make day-to-day ownership feel predictable. Toyota’s hybrid battery and component warranty coverage adds another layer of reassurance for used buyers.

For a used purchase, the main long-term risk is less about mechanical drama and more about whether the Venza’s premium pricing, cargo space, and seat comfort fit your needs.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LE comes with an 8-inch infotainment screen, while the XLE and Limited upgrade to a 12.3-inch display. The base trim already includes a wireless charging pad, heated front seats, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and a full suite of standard safety and driver-assistance technology, so you should check whether the extra comfort and convenience features on the higher trims are worth the jump.
• Powertrain: You get a 2.5-litre four-cylinder hybrid setup with electric motors and an e-CVT. It delivers 219 horsepower combined and is tuned more for smooth, efficient driving than quick acceleration.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard and includes pre-collision warning with pedestrian detection and automatic emergency braking, lane-departure alert with steering assist, lane-tracing assist, automatic high beams, and adaptive cruise control. Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is standard, while the version with automatic braking is standard on the XLE and Limited.
• Infotainment: The LE uses an 8-inch touchscreen, while the XLE and Limited get a 12.3-inch screen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and Toyota connected services include Safety Connect, Remote Connect, and Service Connect.
• Fuel efficiency: The Venza is rated at 5.9 L/100 km in the city, 6.4 L/100 km on the highway, and 6.1 L/100 km combined.

Which 2021 Toyota Venza trim should I buy?

The 2021 Toyota Venza is offered in 3 trim levels: LE, XLE, and Limited.

Here's the short version:

• LE: This is the best-value choice if you want the Venza’s core strengths without stretching your budget. You still get standard hybrid efficiency, all-wheel drive, heated front seats, wireless charging, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and the full Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 suite.
• XLE: This is the trim to target if you want the sweet spot between price and features. It adds the larger 12.3-inch infotainment screen, a 7-inch driver display, SofTex bolsters, a soft-touch dashboard, and the upgraded blind-spot system with automatic braking.
• Limited: Choose this if you want the most upscale version of the Venza. It adds a digital rearview mirror with Homelink, illuminated footwells, a backup camera washer, and the Star Gaze panoramic roof.

Safety equipment is broadly shared across the range, but the XLE and Limited get the upgraded blind-spot system with automatic braking.

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

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

• Deal availability: 21.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 55 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.53% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $31,873 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Toyota Venza's resale value?

The current average of $32,500 CAD sits slightly below last year's $35,146 CAD.

That softer pricing trend suggests the Venza has become a bit more accessible for used buyers, which can help future resale by keeping demand broad. At the same time, the current market still reflects the model’s hybrid-only setup, standard all-wheel drive, and premium positioning, which should support interest from shoppers who want efficiency and refinement.

If prices continue to stabilise, sellers who maintain strong condition and mileage will likely be better positioned than those trying to push above the market average.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.7/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Toyota Venza safe?

The 2021 Toyota Venza earns a Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS and a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard on every trim and includes pre-collision warning with pedestrian detection and automatic emergency braking, lane-departure alert with steering assist, lane-tracing assist, automatic high beams, and adaptive cruise control. You also get eight airbags, a rearview camera, hill start assist, parking distance sensors, a tyre pressure monitoring system, adjustable front seatbelt anchors, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.

The main caveat is that the lane-keeping and lane-tracing systems can position the SUV a little further to the right than some rivals do, even though they read lane lines well.

Should I buy a 2021 Toyota Venza 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:

• 21.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.53% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.7/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It pairs standard all-wheel drive with a hybrid-only powertrain and a premium-feeling cabin.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $32,708 CAD, the 2022 costs more than the current year's $32,500 CAD average.
• It keeps the same hybrid-first formula with standard AWD and similar fuel efficiency.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2021 is the smarter starting point because pricing has eased and inventory is still workable. If you’re willing to pay a bit more for a newer model year, the 2022 is the cleaner alternative, but the core appeal remains very similar.

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

Our experts score the 2021 Toyota Venza 8.3/10 and the 2021 Honda CR-V 7.8/10. The Venza is the more premium-feeling choice, with a hybrid powertrain, standard all-wheel drive, and stronger fuel efficiency. The CR-V is the more affordable and more plentiful option, with far more listings and a lower average used price. If you want refinement and efficiency, the Venza stands out; if you want value and selection, the CR-V is easier to shop.

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