2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL
1V2BE2CA0MC236211
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 8 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 5, 2026Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | $30,999 | 15,539 mi | 2025-03-11 | |
| Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Tucson | Tucson, AZ 85712 | $30,999 | 15,539 mi | 2025-03-11 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($21,095)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1V2BE2CA0MC236211Full factory specs for this build →
- ✓ Backup camera
- ✓ Blind-spot monitor
- ✓ Lane departure
- ✓ ABS
- ✓ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 19 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2021 Volkswagen Atlas likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2021 Volkswagen Atlas has 17 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas SUV AWD
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BACK OVER PREVENTIONVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles.NHTSA campaign 20V716000
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STEERINGVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V026000
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WHEELSVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V132000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas over the last 6 months — the market softened $213 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $22,689 |
| May 2026 | $22,000 |
| June 2026 | $22,085 |
| July 2026 | $22,070 |
| August 2026 | $21,999 |
| September 2026 | $22,476 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL (this car) | $21,095 | 8 | — |
| 2021 Jeep Wrangler | $28,880 | 42 | +$7,785 |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee | $22,400 | 35 | +$1,305 |
| 2019 Toyota Highlander | $28,992 | 29 | +$7,897 |
| 2022 Chevrolet Equinox | $18,040 | 26 | −$3,055 |
| 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan | $18,038 | 21 | −$3,057 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2018–2025What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,681 | $31,998 | 100% | 27,784 mi |
| 2024 | 1,727 | $31,719 | 99% | 38,881 mi |
| 2023 | 1,984 | $29,182 | 91% | 44,855 mi |
| 2022 | 954 | $24,994 | 78% | 64,229 mi |
| 2021 | 1,195 | $21,767 | 68% | 82,491 mi |
| 2020 | 63 | $19,189 | 60% | 88,005 mi |
| 2019 | 1,140 | $17,297 | 54% | 95,395 mi |
| 2018 | 633 | $14,795 | 46% | 107,214 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
