2021 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus
5YJ3E1EAXMF987574
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 445 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 5, 2026Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jerry's Toyota | Nottingham, MD 21236 | $40,991 | 24,902 mi | 2022-11-29 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($23,800)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 5YJ3E1EAXMF987574Full factory specs for this build →
- ✓ Backup camera
- ✓ Blind-spot monitor
- ✓ Lane departure
- ✓ ABS
- ✓ Electronic stability
EPA efficiency (MPGe)
Electric — running cost depends on local electricity rates, so no gallon-based estimate is shown.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2021 Tesla Model 3 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 Tesla Model 3 has 22 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined rating: 134 MPGe.
Tested configuration: 2021 Tesla Model 3 4 DR RWD Later Release
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.NHTSA campaign 22V037000
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AIR BAGSTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021, 2023 Model 3 vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V834000
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SUSPENSIONTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V835000
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 Tesla Model 3 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 Tesla Model 3 over the last 6 months — the market firmed $1,715 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $22,998 |
| May 2026 | $23,990 |
| June 2026 | $24,498 |
| July 2026 | $24,411 |
| August 2026 | $24,489 |
| September 2026 | $24,713 |
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 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (this car) | $23,800 | 445 | — |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | $39,184 | 6 | +$15,384 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Malibu | $12,887 | 5 | −$10,913 |
| 2023 Hyundai Elantra | $18,938 | 5 | −$4,862 |
| 2019 Honda Civic | $16,341 | 4 | −$7,459 |
| 2022 Kia K5 | $16,495 | 4 | −$7,305 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2017–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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 67 | $43,500 | 100% | 5,724 mi |
| 2025 | 641 | $37,650 | 87% | 18,179 mi |
| 2024 | 448 | $34,970 | 80% | 28,041 mi |
| 2023 | 1,536 | $27,794 | 64% | 43,331 mi |
| 2022 | 1,270 | $25,162 | 58% | 66,618 mi |
| 2021 | 1,037 | $23,998 | 55% | 66,878 mi |
| 2020 | 684 | $22,996 | 53% | 72,336 mi |
| 2019 | 856 | $20,986 | 48% | 80,529 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
