2021 Tesla Model 3 Performance
5YJ3E1EC8MF997179
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 131 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 1, 2026Price history for this VIN
Price dropped $14,990 (−23.1%) over 8 months.
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN 5YJ3E1EC8MF997179, spanning 8 months.
Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Boutique - Columbus | Columbus, OH 43228 | $50,000 | 4,600 mi | 2022-08-19 |
| Auto Boutique | Columbus, OH 43228 | $65,000 | 4,600 mi | 2022-08-19 |
| Carvana - Touchless Delivery to Your Home | Stockton, CA 95202 | $64,990 | 2,487 mi | 2021-12-04 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($26,496)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 5YJ3E1EC8MF997179Full 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 $2,997 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $22,998 |
| May 2026 | $23,990 |
| June 2026 | $24,524 |
| July 2026 | $24,438 |
| August 2026 | $24,500 |
| September 2026 | $25,995 |
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 Performance (this car) | $26,496 | 131 | — |
| 2023 Honda Civic | $20,805 | 54 | −$5,691 |
| 2021 Honda Accord | $21,932 | 47 | −$4,564 |
| 2023 Toyota Camry | $21,960 | 35 | −$4,536 |
| 2023 Nissan Altima | $16,048 | 34 | −$10,448 |
| 2020 Chevrolet Malibu | $14,093 | 33 | −$12,403 |
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 | 71 | $42,998 | 100% | 5,029 mi |
| 2025 | 634 | $37,863 | 88% | 17,803 mi |
| 2024 | 448 | $34,992 | 81% | 27,955 mi |
| 2023 | 1,634 | $27,498 | 64% | 42,782 mi |
| 2022 | 1,186 | $25,499 | 59% | 66,560 mi |
| 2021 | 908 | $24,079 | 56% | 67,112 mi |
| 2020 | 724 | $22,764 | 53% | 71,774 mi |
| 2019 | 731 | $20,995 | 49% | 78,158 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
