Certified 2021 Toyota Highlander XLE
Certified 2021 Toyota Highlander XLE
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61,124 mi -
Iowa City, IA (462 mi)
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Good Deal -
This vehicle presents a good buying opportunity below the average market range.
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Certified Pre-Owned -
This vehicle is certified pre-owned, backed by a manufacturer warranty, and typically undergoes a rigorous multi-point inspection to ensure quality and reliability.
This vehicle is a good deal
This vehicle presents a good buying opportunity below the average market range.
Our analysis compares this car with similar 2021 Toyota Highlanders, factoring in 100+ variables including:
- Supply & demand
- Price
- Original MSRP
- Mileage
- Add-on packages
- Feature upgrades (e.g. alloy wheels, bluetooth)
- Exterior and interior colors
- Vehicle history (when available)
- Dealer ratings & reviews
Price history
$1,924 below original listed price
Date |
Change |
Price |
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09/27/25 |
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$33,016 |
09/24/25 |
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$32,288 |
09/16/25 |
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$32,987 |
08/23/25 |
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$33,100 |
08/15/25 |
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$33,900 |
08/07/25 |
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$34,896 |
08/04/25 |
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$34,302 |
07/29/25 |
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$34,714 |
07/18/25 |
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$34,940 |
Total price amount is based on price change information provided by the seller.
Features & specs
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Gray exterior color -
Graphite interior color -
Gasoline fuel type -
3.5L V-6 port/direct injection, DOHC, variable valve control, re engine
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20-27 mpg -
All-wheel Drive drivetrain -
Automatic transmission -
Accidents or damage reported
Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Power Liftgate
- Remote Start
Entertainment
- Android Auto®
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- HomeLink
- USB Port
- WiFi Hotspot
Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Roof Rack
- Sunroof/Moonroof
Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
Seating
- Leather Seats
- Third Row Seating
Additional popular features
- headlight control - auto highbeam
- apple carplay/android auto
- driver monitor
- collision warning system
- traffic sign recognition
- autonomous drive
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Seller's notes
Vehicle history report
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Accidents or damage reported -
1 owner -
Non-personal use reported -
No open recalls reported
Included warranty
Enjoy peace of mind with Toyota program benefits.
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Max age/mileage: 7 years/less than 85,000 miles
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Basic warranty terms: 12 months/12, 000 miles
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Powertrain: 7 years/100,000 miles
- Maximum age/mileage
- 7 years/less than 85,000 miles
- Basic warranty terms
- 12 months/12, 000 miles
- Powertrain
- 7 years/100,000 miles
- Dealer certification required
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160- or 174-point inspections - Roadside Assistance
- Yes
- Deductible
- $0
- Return/exchange policy
- N/A
- Out-of-town repair/service
- Yes
- Free service loan
- Rental allowance
- Special finance terms
- Yes
- Transferability
- Yes
- Satellite radio subscription
- 3 months
- Complimentary service/maintenance
- No
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$34,800
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$36,200
Certified 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE
$35,912
Certified 2022 Toyota Highlander XLE
$35,800
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Seller's info
Seller's info
- Monday
- 8am - 7pm
- Tuesday
- 8am - 6pm
- Wednesday
- 8am - 6pm
- Thursday
- 8am - 7pm
- Friday
- 8am - 6pm
- Saturday
- 9am - 5pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Consumer reviews
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Bad dealer experience: Oren Toyota (Brent Brown Toyota)
Bad dealer experience: Oren Toyota (Brent Brown Toyota) Utah. Sold us a 2021 Highlander with bad brakes as Certified Used. When we returned 6 months later for service a day only 3700 miles, they wouldn't stand behind their product or their certification/warranty and made us pay for the repairs. It was obviously a preexisting condition. - Purchased a Used car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does not recommend
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You Guys are bunch of liars from Sherita to your sales
You Guys are bunch of liars from Sherita to your sales rep. You called me over 10 times to come in and inspect my choice of car on your website all to arrive there and that car wasnt avaiable at your lot. Its so shameful and unprofessional while your sales man tried to coerced and convince me to buy an hybrid model which was against my wish. - Does recommend
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The 2021 Highlanders are plugged with issue and
The 2021 Highlanders are plugged with issue and malfunction components. From Issue with Engine whistling noises to safety recall and even transmission issues that forces replacement! The Apple Carplay doesn't connect 85% of the time. Terrible! - Does not recommend
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We switched from 4Runner to Highlander!
We switched from 4Runner to Highlander! Many years of Toyota loyalty in our family. Camrys to Tacoma’s we have had them all. I stole my wife’s 4Runner away from her and replaced it with a 2021 Highlander XSE. It’s been awesome. Bought it brand new. We just hit 65k. We drive from northern Idaho to Scottsdale Az all year and at anytime. Yes, anytime. AWD Snowmobile. It’s awesome in the snow! 22-28 MPG on the Hwy. For those worried about driving a wagon looking vessel around that does not have the great looks of the 4Runner? Don’t worry about it. The XSE has a great looking front end. The XSE Model handles great and boogies. Yes, it’s quick and drives like a sports car. Well, it handles well not quite a sports car. Don’t get the regular Highlander. XSE looks different, has the JBL stereo and drives great. AWD with a Snow Mode. Oh, and it had a third row for little ones. Reliability - been amazing. Zero issues. - Does recommend
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Luxurious
Luxurious is how I would describe this car! Smooth ride, efficient and a great looking vehicle! It has plenty of room and pretty cool features as well. I live this car and highly recommend it! - Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend
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Toyota Highlander 2021
This car is like no other car I have driven. It is so smooth, very quiet, and very comfortable. Plenty of room sitting or cargo room - Purchased a Used car
- Used for Having fun
- Does recommend
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NEVER AGAIN. WORST COMPANY AND CAR EVER OWNED
Hybrid model. Lots of air and tire noise no matter the type of road surface even with regular touring tread tires. 2 different dealers and terrible service. Rock hole in invertor radiator and area is COMPLETELY ENCLOSED? $1000+ replacement Technicians and service manager all heard the air sound but when factory rep showed up none of them knew anything about it even though we had a video that said the opposite. Also exhaust leak that they couldn't find at same time. Service left wife at stealership when they were to give her a ride to work and then didn't pick her up later. Had to jump the car when it was 2 weeks old. Dealer said nothing wrong. Radio has trouble picking up FM stations 20 miles away even in open country. Factory tires didn't last 24,000 miles. Middle seat shoulder belts rattle. I got 38 MPG on interstate. Hybrid is waste of money. Battery life with engine shut off is only 20 minutes according to dealer and if it goes dead you can't start it without a jump. Front end is so low u can't drive up on ramps without changing approach angle. DID I MENTION VERY NOISY INSIDE? Sounds like window is partially down at 50MPH and up. I'm sure the wife could tell more as she drives it everyday. Steering is also squirrely. Not meant for highway speeds. Second Toyota and there won't be a third. Camry should have taught me a lesson - Purchased a New car
- Used for Commuting
- Does not recommend
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Avoid this highlander, look for Japan made toyota
I got the car brand new and I experienced vibration when braking on high speeds which got worse later on that the vibration can be felt when braking at low speeds. I took it to out local dealership, Capitol toyota here in San jose bay area, more often than the recommended maintenance guide states because of the issue. The dealership did not look into the issue and just shrug it off stating that the brakes are new, rotors are new, no problem on visual inspection, it’s a toyota, lets see if it will still be there on the next service. Then came 32000k, now that it is out of warranty, the dealership said its a worn rotor pads, and that it is not covered under warranty anymore and also because it is something that is part of wear and tear. BS! The service advisor initially told me on the last service that the rotor was not surfaced properly or not surfaced at all before installation. I was charged 450$ for that repair. I called toyota and sided on the explanation of the dealership. I told them it will be my last toyota and it should be for anybody unless it’s a toyota made from Japan, I’ve had japan made toyota cars before with no problems. On the good side, I love the looks of this SUV, not too aggressive but still looks mean and stylish. The transmission is like butter on higher rpms but experienced some lags when in low speeds. Its front seats and middle seat are both comfortable but the rear seats are reserved for very short adults(<5 feet tall) or young kids. - Purchased a New car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does not recommend
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Rented this car for a week and loved it!
My mother recently rented this car for a family vacation to West Virginia and it was amazing! Excellent mileage for an SUV its size. Great performance. Tons of safety features (which is a VERY GOOD thing). Beautiful acceleration. The only problem we had was with the fact that the car will adjust the speed depending on the cars around it (or something like that), but it only happened when cruise control was on. It was overall a very nice car and we are actually planning on purchasing one soon. - Purchased a Used car
- Used for Having fun
- Does recommend
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Electrical and rattle issues
Purchased new June 2021, has 9500 miles, has had rear door panels fixed for rattles, muffler heat shield replaced for rattle, still rattles , static electricity (ESD) on low humidity days trips the proximity door sensors by slight finger touch on top of front door handle , locks all doors, also garden hose water does same , humidity up to 40% , local dealer can't fix , Rep notified , still waiting for this to be fixed - Purchased a New car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does not recommend
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Best Highlander I’ve had yet.
I leased a 2021 hybrid XLE. I had no idea the mileage would be insane for a vehicle this size. 37 to 40 mpg. I didn’t believe it either. I have saved two pmts maybe 3 in one year over the 2019 standard engine. Car drives great and many safety features make a completely reliable auto for my family. I will be getting another one when this lease is up I have no doubt. If you room for all your you won’t be disappointed. - Purchased a New car
- Used for Having fun
- Does recommend
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Not what I really expected.
Bought a Platinum. It is loaded. It rattles and has a lot more road noise that I expected. Tire noise is overwhelming. Cabin itself is tight and well appointed. Passing power is disappointing. Would prefer more seating adjustment. Center console design is a joke. Overall nice automobile but I will not purchase another. - Purchased a New car
- Used for Transporting family
- Does not recommend
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