2021 Tesla Model S Plaid
5YJSA1E68MF440290
ABOVE MARKET
· $8,189 above typical price
Knoxville, TN
This 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid is listed at $62,888 with 16,691 miles in Knoxville, TN.
Market price range
Based on 117 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 4, 2026This vehicle: $62,888 — above the market range (typical price $54,699)
Asking $62,888 · typical market price $54,699 · based on 117 comparable same-build listings.
Price history for this VIN
Price dropped $1 (−0.0%) over 4 days.
Asking prices recorded across 3 listing dates for VIN 5YJSA1E68MF440290, spanning 4 days.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Kia | Knoxville, TN 37932 | $62,888 | 16,691 mi | 2026-08-25 |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Kia | Knoxville, TN 37922 | $62,889 | 16,691 mi | 2026-08-25 |
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 5YJSA1E68MF440290Full 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.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
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 firmed $876 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $45,198 |
| May 2026 | $45,942 |
| June 2026 | $44,693 |
| July 2026 | $40,945 |
| August 2026 | $42,998 |
| September 2026 | $46,074 |
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) | $62,888 | 117 | — |
| 2022 Toyota Corolla | $20,574 | 4 | −$42,314 |
| 2023 Honda Civic | $24,480 | 4 | −$38,408 |
| 2023 Audi A5 | $35,086 | 3 | −$27,802 |
| 2021 Mitsubishi Mirage | $7,580 | 2 | −$55,308 |
| 2022 Chevrolet Spark | $15,946 | 2 | −$46,942 |
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 | 43 | $139,914 | 100% | 4,604 mi |
| 2025 | 33 | $98,390 | 70% | 14,842 mi |
| 2024 | 39 | $87,463 | 63% | 21,639 mi |
| 2023 | 120 | $56,627 | 40% | 37,640 mi |
| 2022 | 234 | $45,997 | 33% | 51,252 mi |
| 2021 | 257 | $45,332 | 32% | 55,050 mi |
| 2020 | 108 | $34,864 | 25% | 61,085 mi |
| 2019 | 93 | $29,900 | 21% | 74,153 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
