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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN
1FMSK8DH8MGA59503
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $3,004 above typical price
Fargo, ND
Listed at
$26,194
typical market $23,190 · 833 comps
This 2021 Ford Explorer XLT is listed at $26,194 with 54,102 miles in Fargo, ND.
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Sold by Mazda Of Fargo
140 40th St Sw, Fargo, ND 58103
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2021 Ford Explorer XLT
VIN 1FMSK8DH8MGA59503
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Title
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Market price range
Based on 833 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of October 2, 2026This vehicle · $26,194
Below market
$18,951
Typical price
$23,190
Above market
$26,991
This vehicle: $26,194 — $3,004 above the typical market price ($23,190)
Asking $26,194 · typical market price $23,190 · based on 833 comparable same-build listings.
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Price history for this VIN
Price dropped $1,499 (−5.4%) over 12 days.
Sep 13, 2026 · $27,693
Sep 25, 2026 · $26,194
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN 1FMSK8DH8MGA59503, spanning 12 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda Of Fargo | Fargo, ND 58103 | $26,194 | 54,102 mi | 2026-09-25 | 1 d ago |
| Lunde Auto Center | Fargo, ND 58103 | $25,995 | 54,102 mi | 2026-05-24 | 4 h ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda Of Fargo | Fargo, ND 58103 | $27,693 | 54,102 mi | 2026-09-13 | 7 d ago |
| Lunde Auto Center | Fargo, ND 58103 | $27,494 | 54,102 mi | 2026-05-24 | 11 d ago |
| Lunde Kia Lincoln Mazda | Fargo, ND 58103 | $28,999 | 54,093 mi | 2026-05-24 | 113 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMSK8DH8MGA59503Trim
XLT
Engine
Horsepower
270
Drivetrain
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
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
$9,216
Fuel
$10,100
Insurance
$4,800
Maintenance & repairs
$3,750
Total, 5 years
$27,866
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
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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 September 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2021 Ford Explorer over the last 6 months — the market softened $507 in that span.
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | $24,794 |
| June 2026 | $24,597 |
| July 2026 | $24,290 |
| August 2026 | $23,998 |
| September 2026 | $23,967 |
| October 2026 | $24,287 |
A little comparison goes a long way
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As of October 2, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2021 Ford Explorer in this catalog, the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas has the lowest median asking price ($21,299, 1,049 listings with photos) and the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L the highest ($25,999, 1,637 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 2, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
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2021 Ford Explorer
XLT · United States
$26,194Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $22,496 · 1,048 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $19,995–$24,499
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Ford Explorer XLT | $22,496 | $19,995–$24,499 | 1,048 |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee All trims | $22,667 | $19,998–$25,319 | 2,556 |
| 2021 Kia Telluride All trims | $23,399 | $20,394–$25,990 | 1,126 |
| 2021 Hyundai Palisade All trims | $23,500 | $20,998–$25,956 | 1,095 |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L All trims | $25,999 | $23,900–$28,500 | 1,637 |
| 2021 Volkswagen Atlas All trims | $21,299 | $18,513–$23,990 | 1,049 |
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: October 2, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 9 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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