2021 Ford Explorer Platinum
1FMSK8HC9MGA45525
Elizabeth City, NC
This 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum is listed at $28,795 with 86,516 miles in Elizabeth City, NC.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall Ford Elizabeth City | Elizabeth City, NC 27909 | $28,795 | 86,516 mi | 2026-08-18 |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall Ford Elizabeth City | Elizabeth City, NC 27909 | $28,895 | 86,516 mi | 2026-08-18 |
What would this 2021 Ford Explorer Platinum cost per month?
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMSK8HC9MGA45525- ✓ 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 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market firmed $1,866 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $24,992 |
| May 2026 | $24,797 |
| June 2026 | $24,680 |
| July 2026 | $24,484 |
| August 2026 | $24,396 |
| September 2026 | $26,858 |
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 | — |
| 2019 Jeep Wrangler | $24,795 | 11 | — |
| 2021 Toyota RAV4 | $28,679 | 9 | — |
| 2021 Toyota Highlander | $30,745 | 8 | — |
| 2023 Nissan Rogue | $20,569 | 7 | — |
| 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee | $21,895 | 7 | — |
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 | 4,588 | $51,419 | 100% | — |
| 2026 | 24,245 | $49,618 | 96% | 689 mi |
| 2025 | 3,937 | $39,996 | 78% | 20,510 mi |
| 2024 | 1,983 | $35,223 | 69% | 29,128 mi |
| 2023 | 5,570 | $31,995 | 62% | 42,873 mi |
| 2022 | 3,934 | $28,476 | 55% | 61,737 mi |
| 2021 | 2,513 | $23,998 | 47% | 79,608 mi |
| 2020 | 3,557 | $22,195 | 43% | 87,122 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
