$1,719 lower median
2021 Hyundai Elantra
$15,979Median asking price · 632 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$13,997–$17,958
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$17,396
Median pre-owned asking price
1,251 pre-owned listings · Updated October 27, 2026
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National price overview
Typical asking price range
$15,420 – $19,956 All 1,594 listings · Middle 50% of asking pricesMedian asking price
$17,730Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.
As of October 27, 2026, the median asking price for a used 2021 Toyota Corolla in the U.S. is $17,396, based on 1,251 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
Behind the price
Price range & market sample
The median pre-owned asking price for a 2021 Toyota Corolla in the U.S. is $17,396 based on 1,251 pre-owned listings (of 1,594 total).
1,594 active dealer listings
Snapshot October 27, 2026 · refreshed daily
30-day asking price change: −$250.
Typical: $15,420–$19,956 — the middle half of 1,594 asking prices
Median $17,730
$11K low
$24K high
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.
$17,396
Pre-owned median (1,251)
77,966
Average mileage
What moves the price
Mileage
Asking prices run about $21,075 under 15K miles and fall to $14,160 over 105K miles — roughly $700 for every 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles; trim, condition and equipment also vary.
Observed spread: up to $6,915Trim
The LE typically asks $16,982, while the XSE asks $20,985 — same year, same market.
Observed spread: up to $4,003Location
Active-listing medians are $16,107 in Florida (195 active listings) and $19,753 in Oregon (30 active listings). Mileage, trim and condition differ; this is not an estimate of savings from buying in another state.
Observed spread: up to $3,646About these price differences
The $15,420–$19,956 typical range isn't randomness — three factors explain most of it:
Biggest factor in these observed spreads: Mileage. These groups contain different vehicles.
Find your mileage and trim in the configurator below.
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Choose a state and trim once to update the connected price tables and charts for a 2021 Toyota Corolla. Mileage adjusts the estimate only.
Trim
Total miles the car has already driven, as shown on its odometer.
mi
Estimated asking price · All trims
$17,730
$15,420
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$19,956
1,594 listings · Nationwide
ⓘ This is a modelled estimate based on current listings and market data. Actual prices may vary.
Estimate assumptions
at typical mileage, nationwide
Modelled from 1,594 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. An illustrative estimate from mixed listing groups, not matched vehicles. Not a formal appraisal.
Live 2021 Toyota Corolla listings, priced by VIN
Compared with all listings
All-listings median $17,730
2021 Toyota Corolla
LE
$6,950
VIN 5YFEPMAE9MP227279
−$10,780 · vs all-listings median
2021 Toyota Corolla
LE
$8,900
VIN 5YFEPMAE0MP245623
−$8,830 · vs all-listings median
2021 Toyota Corolla
LE
$12,290
VIN 5YFEPMAE5MP262952
−$5,440 · vs all-listings median
View 9 more priced VINs
- LE VIN 5YFEPMAE5MP252566 $12,290 −$5,440 vs median
- LE VIN 5YFEPMAE0MP262437 $12,500 −$5,230 vs median
- LE VIN 5YFEPMAE1MP181561 $12,114 −$5,616 vs median
- SE VIN JTND4MBE2M3118900 $12,995 −$4,735 vs median
- LE VIN 5YFEPMAE3MP212552 $13,995 −$3,735 vs median
- LE VIN 5YFEPMAE9MP196776 $13,999 −$3,731 vs median
- LE VIN 5YFEPMAE4MP186981 $13,909 −$3,821 vs median
- LE VIN JTDEAMDE6MJ028353 $14,995 −$2,735 vs median
- SE VIN JTDP4MCE6MJ062777 $18,790 +$1,060 vs median
Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.
Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2021 Toyota Corolla with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of October 27, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2021 Toyota Corolla in this catalog, the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu has the lowest median asking price ($14,646, 662 listings with photos) and the 2021 Honda Civic the highest ($20,171, 1,008 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 27, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
Your comparison starting point
2021 Toyota Corolla
All trims · United States
The price overview above is this page’s reference figure. The comparison below uses its own catalog sample: 1,350 listings with photos, catalog median $17,698 (the baseline for the “lower/higher” badges).
Middle 50%: $15,230–$19,900
Photo: LE · 49,400 mi · view VIN
Explore the alternatives
$3,052 lower median
2021 Chevrolet Malibu
$14,646Median asking price · 662 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$12,500–$16,500
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual LT (1LT) listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$2,339 lower median
2021 Nissan Sentra
$15,359Median asking price · 700 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$13,500–$16,999
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual SV listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$2,473 higher median
2021 Honda Civic
$20,171Median asking price · 1,008 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$18,061–$22,488
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual LX listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$1,958 higher median
2021 Mini Hardtop
$19,656Median asking price · 97 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$16,995–$22,114
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No alternatives have a lower median in this selection. Broaden your filters or turn off “Lower median price only”.
Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Toyota Corolla All trims | see price overview above | $15,230–$19,900 | 1,350 |
| 2021 Hyundai Elantra All trims | $15,979 | $13,997–$17,958 | 632 |
| 2021 Chevrolet Malibu All trims | $14,646 | $12,500–$16,500 | 662 |
| 2021 Nissan Sentra All trims | $15,359 | $13,500–$16,999 | 700 |
| 2021 Honda Civic All trims | $20,171 | $18,061–$22,488 | 1,008 |
| 2021 Mini Hardtop All trims | $19,656 | $16,995–$22,114 | 97 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: October 27, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 10 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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2021 Toyota Corolla: a fair price for your mileage
Mileage means the miles recorded on the odometer. Compare asking prices in your mileage band, then select a trim — the equipment version — to narrow the comparison where data is available.
Across the national mileage bands, the overall difference is roughly $700 per 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles, not depreciation of the same car.
Region · trim United States · All trims
Active listings 1,594
Median asking price $17,730
Mileage means the total miles on the odometer. Each point shows the median asking price for a mileage band; shaded areas show the middle 50% of prices.
Swipe the chart horizontally to see every mileage band.
Compare all trims at the same mileage
Compare like-for-like mileage
United States · all states · October 27, 2026
Read across a row to compare trims at a similar odometer reading. Each price is the median asking price for that group, not a valuation of your exact car.
Scroll sideways to compare all trims. Mileage stays visible on the left.
| Mileage (odometer) | All listings | LE | SE | XSE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15K miles | $21,075 | $20,998 | $23,748 | — |
| 15K–30K miles | $21,806 | $20,423 | $22,378 | $24,955 |
| 30K–45K miles | $20,894 | $20,079 | $21,859 | $20,894 |
| 45K–60K miles | $19,499 | $18,971 | $19,799 | $22,489 |
| 60K–75K miles | $18,589 | $17,982 | $19,485 | $21,493 |
| 75K–90K miles | $17,455 | $16,918 | $18,559 | $19,577 |
| 90K–105K miles | $16,162 | $15,777 | $17,571 | $17,595 |
| Over 105K miles | $14,160 | $13,928 | $15,017 | $16,066 |
“—” means insufficient data: at least 3 listings per trim and mileage band, or 5 for all trims combined. Equipment, condition and location can still differ within a row.
Counts cover the selected region and trim, including listings without usable mileage. Thin mileage bands and rare or unknown trims may be omitted from the chart.
View the full national mileage price table
Fair price by mileage — all versions combined
| Mileage ⓘ | Based on ⓘ | Fair price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15K miles | 25 listings | $21,075 | $20K–$22K |
| 15K–30K miles | 91 listings | $21,806 | $20K–$23K |
| 30K–45K miles | 151 listings | $20,894 | $19K–$22K |
| 45K–60K miles | 251 listings | $19,499 | $18K–$21K |
| 60K–75K miles | 266 listings | $18,589 | $17K–$20K |
| 75K–90K miles | 249 listings | $17,455 | $16K–$19K |
| 90K–105K miles | 240 listings | $16,162 | $15K–$17K |
| Over 105K miles | 319 listings | $14,160 | $13K–$16K |
United States — all states. These bands combine different trims, conditions and listing histories. They do not hold trim or condition constant.
2021 Toyota Corolla: price by trim
United States · all states · October 27, 2026. Counts and prices below are national totals for each trim. The shared market filters update this table for your selected state and highlight your trim.
| Trim | Based on ⓘ | Median price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ | Where it sits ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE | 1,050 listings | $16,982 | $15K–$19K | |
| SE | 438 listings | $19,040 | $17K–$21K | |
| XSE | 83 listings | $20,985 | $18K–$23K | |
| Other trims | 23 listings | $18,542 | — |
Understand the differences
2021 Toyota Corolla: VIN configurations and specifications
Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.
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SE VIN pattern: JTNK4MBE · year code M44 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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LE W/Premium PKG2 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTDVPMAE · year code M$16,670 Median asking price · U.S. 69 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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LE 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTDEAMDE · year code M$19,190 Median asking price · U.S. 198 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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XSE 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTNA4MBE · year code M$20,894 Median asking price · U.S. 30 priced listings · October 25, 2026
Show 19 more configurations
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SE, CVT, W/Premium PKG 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 5YFP4MCE · year code M$19,990 Median asking price · U.S. 40 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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LE, W/Premium PKG 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTDHPMAE · year code M$22,998 Median asking price · U.S. 5 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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SE 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 5YFB4MBE · year code M70 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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SE, CVT, W/Premium PKG 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTDP4MCE · year code M$18,997 Median asking price · U.S. 36 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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SE 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTND4MBE · year code M$20,995 Median asking price · U.S. 151 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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L 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 5YFDPMAE · year code M$16,788 Median asking price · U.S. 24 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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LE 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTDEPMAE · year code M$17,032 Median asking price · U.S. 471 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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LE, W/Premium PKG 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 5YFHPMAE · year code M$18,750 Median asking price · U.S. 6 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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SE, MT 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 5YFM4MCE · year code M$19,690 Median asking price · U.S. 18 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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XLE 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTDFPMAE · year code M$20,995 Median asking price · U.S. 7 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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SE 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTNB4MBE · year code M$18,898 Median asking price · U.S. 15 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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Trim not specified 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTDBAMDE · year code M50 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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SE, CVT 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTDS4MCE · year code M$18,943 Median asking price · U.S. 203 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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L 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTDDPMAE · year code M$18,372 Median asking price · U.S. 5 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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XSE 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTNC4MBE · year code M$19,647 Median asking price · U.S. 40 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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SE, CVT 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 5YFS4MCE · year code M$18,998 Median asking price · U.S. 293 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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XLE 1.8L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 5YFFPMAE · year code M534 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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XSE 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: JTDT4MCE · year code M$22,510 Median asking price · U.S. 20 priced listings · October 25, 2026
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XSE 2L 4-cyl VIN pattern: 5YFT4MCE · year code M$21,783 Median asking price · U.S. 32 priced listings · October 25, 2026
Where these specifications come from
Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.
Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.
FACTORY REFERENCE
2021 Toyota Corolla factory brochure
Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.
FACTORY BROCHURE
2021 Toyota Corolla PDF Brochure
2021 · US · 20 pages
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Price history
Change state or trim for this report →
View national price history · all trims
Median asking price by month — U.S., all trims · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)
The median listing price for a 2021 Toyota Corolla is $17,792 (October 2026) — up 4.7% from $16,992 in November 2025.
Monthly price table
| Month | Median price | Typical range | Vehicles listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | $17,792 | $15K–$20K | 1,972 |
| September 2026 | $17,800 | $15K–$20K | 2,050 |
| August 2026 | $17,900 | $16K–$20K | 1,957 |
| July 2026 | $17,998 | $16K–$20K | 1,989 |
| June 2026 | $17,995 | $16K–$20K | 1,911 |
| May 2026 | $17,944 | $16K–$20K | 1,919 |
| April 2026 | $17,892 | $16K–$20K | 1,778 |
| March 2026 | $17,040 | $15K–$19K | 2,156 |
| February 2026 | $16,990 | $15K–$19K | 2,071 |
| January 2026 | $16,919 | $15K–$19K | 1,943 |
| December 2025 | $16,990 | $15K–$19K | 1,680 |
| November 2025 | $16,992 | $15K–$19K | 1,348 |
2021 Toyota Corolla prices by state
See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2021 Toyota Corolla for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.
United States · all trims · snapshot October 27, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.
Explore 43 more state markets
South Dakota
Typical asking price
$19,529
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 9
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Vermont
Typical asking price
$19,000
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 21
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
West Virginia
Typical asking price
$18,560
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 34
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Montana
Typical asking price
$19,227
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 13
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
New Mexico
Typical asking price
$17,950
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 57
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Delaware
Typical asking price
$20,299
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 23
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Maine
Typical asking price
$19,091
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 25
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Alaska
Typical asking price
$18,995
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 7
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
North Dakota
Typical asking price
$17,485
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 10
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
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Listed this year counts every 2021 Toyota Corolla first listed in 2026 (sold and active), with currently active cars as a floor. Typical price is the median of each car's latest asking price — or the average of active listings where this-year data is thin.
EXPLORE THE YEARS
Other Toyota Corolla years
Same model, a different chapter. Start with a nearby year, or open the complete timeline.
An earlier model year
2020
Toyota Corolla
Typical asking price
$16,998
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2022
Toyota Corolla
Typical asking price
$19,000
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See how model-year prices compare
U.S. market · All trimsDifferent model years, shown on the same dollar scale. Median asking price where available; otherwise average. These are different vehicles, not a forecast of your car’s value.
- 2027 $27,060 Median
- 2026 $25,532 Median
- 2025 $22,396 Median
- 2024 $21,214 Median
- 2023 $20,872 Median
- 2022 $19,000 Median
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You are here 2021 $17,730 Median
- 2020 $16,998 Median
- 2019 $15,798 Median
- 2018 $15,091 Median
- 2017 $13,995 Median
- 2016 $12,900 Median
- 2015 $11,999 Median
- 2014 $10,995 Median
- 2013 $9,900 Median
- 2012 $9,497 Median
Showing the newest 16 priced model years plus your current year when older. Open the complete timeline below for older years.
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Pick a year to open its price report. Prices compare different vehicles and equipment, not the changing value of one car.
Nearby model years
2017
$13,995
2018
$15,091
2019
$15,798
2020
$16,998
2022
$19,000
2023
$20,872
2024
$21,214
2025
$22,396
More model years
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Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$303
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $1,698 down
Amount financed
$15,284
Total interest
$2,896
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Frequently asked questions
Why do 2021 Toyota Corolla prices range from $10,898 to $23,998?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $15,420 and $19,956 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
How much should mileage change the price of a 2021 Toyota Corolla?
Across the lowest- and highest-mileage groups, asking prices differ by roughly $700 per 10,000 miles. These groups contain different vehicles: this is not a same-trim adjustment or a forecast for one car. Compare the mileage and trim tables, then check condition, equipment and vehicle history.
How many 2021 Toyota Corolla are for sale right now?
1,594 in total. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2021 Toyota Corolla?
These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.
How we calculate these prices
We track 1,594 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
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