$1,174 lower median
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee
All trims
$22,795Median asking price · 2,587 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$20,126–$25,375
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Limited listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
↑↓
move
↵
open
esc
close
2021 Ford Explorer Base
VIN
1FMSK7BH9MGA78641
ABOVE MARKET
· $6,065 above typical price
Sanford, NC
Listed at
$24,847
typical market $18,782 · 48 comps
This 2021 Ford Explorer Base is listed at $24,847 in Sanford, NC.
Compare alternatives from other brands ↓
Sold by Sanford Honda
3130 S Horner Boulevard, Sanford, NC 27332
Contact details come from the dealer's listing and public business records. VinAssessment is not the seller and takes no fee — you deal with the dealer directly.
Inside your report
VIN report
2021 Ford Explorer Base
VIN 1FMSK7BH9MGA78641
Accidents
Reported damage & accident records
Title
Salvage, flood & other title brands
Mileage
Recorded odometer readings
Listings
Past prices, dealers & listing photos
Section preview · Results shown in the full report
Market price range
Based on 48 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 26, 2026This vehicle · $24,847
Below market
$13,346
Typical price
$18,782
Above market
$23,331
This vehicle: $24,847 — above the market range (typical price $18,782)
Asking $24,847 · typical market price $18,782 · based on 48 comparable same-build listings.
THE SMARTER NEXT STEP
Love this car? See what else is out there.
2021 Ford Explorer Base for sale near SanfordNC
63 cheaper within 50 miles · best $15,147 less
60 one trim down
from $9,700
▼ $15,147 less
Raleigh
See all 129 cars near you →
Compare on VehiSales ↗ · No dealer spam.
We don't sell cars and never share your details with dealers.
Cars in your search area
50 miles around Sanford
Lower price Other cars Search center
This vehicle
Dots show approximate vehicle locations.
Vehicle locations appear when available.
Price history for this VIN
Price increased $878 (+3.7%) over 3 days.
Sep 23, 2026 · $23,969
Sep 26, 2026 · $24,847
Asking prices recorded across 3 listing dates for VIN 1FMSK7BH9MGA78641, spanning 3 days.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Honda | Sanford, NC 27332 | $24,847 | — | 2026-09-26 | 0 h ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Honda | Sanford, NC 27332 | $24,968 | — | 2026-09-24 | 23 h ago |
| Sanford Select | Sanford, NC 27332 | $23,969 | 15,814 mi | 2026-09-23 | 2 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMSK7BH9MGA78641Trim
Base
Engine
Horsepower
270
Drivetrain
RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Automatic
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2021
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✓ Backup camera
- ✓ Blind-spot monitor
- ✓ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✓ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
23
MPG
City
20
MPG
Highway
27
MPG
$2,020
/yr est. fuel
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.
Depreciation
$8,742
Fuel
$10,100
Insurance
$5,100
Maintenance & repairs
$3,750
Total, 5 years
$27,692
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 September 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 23 MPG.
Overall
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Frontal crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Side crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Rollover
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2021 Ford Explorer SUV 4WD
26 recall campaigns on this model year
Check accident & title history →
-
SUSPENSIONFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V870000
-
ENGINEFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.NHTSA campaign 20V788000
-
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 September 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2021 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $998 in that span.
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $24,990 |
| May 2026 | $24,794 |
| June 2026 | $24,603 |
| July 2026 | $24,307 |
| August 2026 | $24,057 |
| September 2026 | $23,992 |
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2021 Ford Explorer with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of September 26, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2021 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee has the lowest median asking price ($22,795, 2,587 listings with photos) and the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L the highest ($25,988, 1,641 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 26, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
The car you are viewing
2021 Ford Explorer
Base · United States
$23,969Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $19,490 · 97 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $17,290–$20,973
Explore this model’s prices →Photo: Base · 15,814 mi · view VIN
Explore the alternatives
Change trims, mileage or location →
$553 lower median
2021 Kia Telluride
All trims
$23,416Median asking price · 1,106 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$20,495–$25,990
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual SX listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$2,019 higher median
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L
All trims
$25,988Median asking price · 1,641 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$23,813–$28,358
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Limited listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$284 lower median
2021 Hyundai Palisade
All trims
$23,685Median asking price · 1,014 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$21,334–$25,985
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual several trims listed listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$1,476 higher median
2021 Honda Pilot
All trims
$25,445Median asking price · 955 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$23,000–$28,150
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Touring-7 listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Ford Explorer Base | $19,490 | $17,290–$20,973 | 97 |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee All trims | $22,795 | $20,126–$25,375 | 2,587 |
| 2021 Kia Telluride All trims | $23,416 | $20,495–$25,990 | 1,106 |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L All trims | $25,988 | $23,813–$28,358 | 1,641 |
| 2021 Hyundai Palisade All trims | $23,685 | $21,334–$25,985 | 1,014 |
| 2021 Honda Pilot All trims | $25,445 | $23,000–$28,150 | 955 |
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: September 26, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 3 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
VehiSales opens in a new tab with the model, year and known mileage range. Confirm trim, fuel, drivetrain, condition and location on VehiSales; its live inventory may differ.
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 | 15,112 | $51,070 | 100% | — |
| 2026 | 20,685 | $49,827 | 98% | 1,005 mi |
| 2025 | 4,042 | $39,398 | 77% | 21,913 mi |
| 2024 | 2,196 | $34,888 | 68% | 30,700 mi |
| 2023 | 6,028 | $31,560 | 62% | 43,790 mi |
| 2022 | 4,162 | $27,976 | 55% | 62,332 mi |
| 2021 | 2,763 | $23,621 | 46% | 80,971 mi |
| 2020 | 3,802 | $21,980 | 43% | 87,385 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
