2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
1FM5K7HC8MGC28943
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Price history for this VIN
Asking price over time
Asking prices recorded across 4 listing dates for VIN 1FM5K7HC8MGC28943, spanning 3 years 6 months.
Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CarMax Henderson | Henderson, NV 89014 | $37,998 | 6,542 mi | 2025-03-20 |
| Gaudin Ford | Las Vegas, NV 89118 | $59,990 | 1,575 mi | 2022-04-20 |
| Susanville Ford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | SUSANVILLE, CA 96130 | $59,165 | 352 mi | 2022-02-11 |
| Susanville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | Susanville, CA 96130 | $59,165 | 352 mi | 2021-09-29 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($37,998)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FM5K7HC8MGC28943Full 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 23 MPG combined.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2021 Ford Explorer has 26 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 23 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2021 Ford Explorer SUV 4WD
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SUSPENSIONFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V870000
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ENGINEFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.NHTSA campaign 20V788000
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BACK OVER PREVENTIONFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Corsair, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras.NHTSA campaign 21V735000
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 Ford Explorer from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $538 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $24,991 |
| May 2026 | $24,793 |
| June 2026 | $24,628 |
| July 2026 | $24,455 |
| August 2026 | $24,377 |
| September 2026 | $24,453 |
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 Ford Explorer Platinum (this car) | — | 0 | — |
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 | $28,742 | 24 | — |
| 2023 Mazda CX-5 | $22,494 | 23 | — |
| 2021 Jeep Wrangler | $29,325 | 23 | — |
| 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan | $17,998 | 17 | — |
| 2021 Toyota Highlander | $27,276 | 17 | — |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 4 · 2020–presentWhat 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 6,389 | $50,990 | 100% | — |
| 2026 | 23,408 | $49,775 | 98% | 729 mi |
| 2025 | 3,753 | $39,894 | 78% | 21,601 mi |
| 2024 | 2,015 | $35,000 | 69% | 29,763 mi |
| 2023 | 5,620 | $31,992 | 63% | 42,810 mi |
| 2022 | 3,986 | $28,364 | 56% | 61,652 mi |
| 2021 | 2,784 | $23,995 | 47% | 79,469 mi |
| 2020 | 3,564 | $22,006 | 43% | 86,524 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
