2021 Ford Explorer Limited
1FMSK8FH5MGA21160
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Last listed by Olathe Ford
Hours
- Mon–Thu
- 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Fri
- 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sat
- 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sun
- Closed
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Market price range
Based on 220 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 6, 2026Price history for this VIN
Asking price over time
Asking prices recorded across 4 listing dates for VIN 1FMSK8FH5MGA21160, spanning 2 years 4 months.
Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olathe Ford | Olathe, KS 66062 | $26,500 | 62,493 mi | 2026-04-14 |
| Olathe Ford Lincoln | Olathe, KS 66605 | $26,500 | 62,493 mi | 2026-04-09 |
| Bob Sight Ford | Lees Summit, MO 64063 | $34,500 | 32,146 mi | 2023-11-30 |
| Bob Sight Ford | Lee's Summit, MO 64063 | $34,500 | 32 mi | 2023-11-29 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($23,750)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMSK8FH5MGA21160Full 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.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2021 Ford Explorer 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 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 2021 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $627 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $24,991 |
| May 2026 | $24,793 |
| June 2026 | $24,628 |
| July 2026 | $24,449 |
| August 2026 | $24,336 |
| September 2026 | $24,364 |
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 Limited (this car) | $23,750 | 220 | — |
| 2023 Jeep Wrangler | $28,424 | 66 | +$4,674 |
| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee | $27,896 | 46 | +$4,146 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Equinox | $19,056 | 32 | −$4,694 |
| 2022 Jeep Compass | $21,098 | 31 | −$2,652 |
| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L | $30,448 | 30 | +$6,698 |
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 | 7,070 | $50,865 | 100% | — |
| 2026 | 21,998 | $49,998 | 98% | 752 mi |
| 2025 | 3,683 | $39,900 | 78% | 21,671 mi |
| 2024 | 2,002 | $35,076 | 69% | 29,760 mi |
| 2023 | 5,496 | $31,991 | 63% | 42,764 mi |
| 2022 | 3,886 | $28,350 | 56% | 61,514 mi |
| 2021 | 2,423 | $23,988 | 47% | 80,087 mi |
| 2020 | 3,422 | $22,134 | 44% | 86,432 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
