2021 Tesla Model S Plaid
5YJSA1E63MF456090
FAIR PRICE
· within $327 of the typical market price
Morganton, NC
This 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid is listed at $54,699 with 42,883 miles in Morganton, NC.
Market price range
Based on 116 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 2, 2026This vehicle: $54,699 — within $327 of the typical market price ($54,372)
Asking $54,699 · typical market price $54,372 · based on 116 comparable same-build listings.
Price history for this VIN
Price dropped $1,000 (−1.8%) over 29 days.
Asking prices recorded across 4 listing dates for VIN 5YJSA1E63MF456090, spanning 29 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everett Chevrolet Buick GMC of Morganton | Morganton, NC 28655 | $54,699 | 42,883 mi | 2026-08-27 |
| Everett Chevrolet Buick GMC | Hickory, NC 28602 | $54,699 | 42,883 mi | 2026-07-31 |
| EverettChevrolet Vinsolutions Only Used | Hickory, NC 28603 | $55,000 | 42,883 mi | 2026-07-29 |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everett Chevrolet Buick GMC | Hickory, NC 28602 | $55,199 | 42,883 mi | 2026-07-31 |
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 5YJSA1E63MF456090Full 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 S likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
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Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2021 Tesla Model S has 24 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. EPA combined rating: 120 MPGe.
Tested configuration: 2021 Tesla Model S 5 HB AWD
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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 2021 Model X and Model S vehicles. The driver's air bag cushion may tear during deployment.NHTSA campaign 21V868000
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.NHTSA campaign 22V045000
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 S 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 S over the last 6 months — the market softened $1,992 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $44,990 |
| April 2026 | $45,198 |
| May 2026 | $45,942 |
| June 2026 | $44,693 |
| July 2026 | $40,994 |
| August 2026 | $42,998 |
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 S Plaid (this car) | $54,699 | 116 | — |
| 2022 Honda Civic | $18,672 | 6 | −$36,027 |
| 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI | $26,298 | 4 | −$28,401 |
| 2020 Kia Soul | $9,349 | 2 | −$45,350 |
| 2019 Toyota Prius | $21,498 | 2 | −$33,201 |
| 2023 Mini Hardtop | $25,550 | 2 | −$29,149 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2012–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 | 64 | $139,920 | 100% | 5,424 mi |
| 2025 | 28 | $98,880 | 71% | 15,318 mi |
| 2024 | 35 | $87,463 | 63% | 22,118 mi |
| 2023 | 116 | $57,677 | 41% | 38,842 mi |
| 2022 | 212 | $46,990 | 34% | 53,144 mi |
| 2021 | 212 | $44,990 | 32% | 57,312 mi |
| 2020 | 103 | $34,990 | 25% | 60,832 mi |
| 2019 | 75 | $29,500 | 21% | 74,006 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
