2021 Tesla Model S Plaid
5YJSA1E68MF451726
GOOD DEAL
· $4,147 below typical price
Desoto, KS
This 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid is listed at $49,995 with 61,694 miles in Desoto, KS.
Sold by De Soto Auto Sales
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Market price range
Based on 89 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 6, 2026This vehicle: $49,995 — $4,147 below the typical market price ($54,142)
Asking $49,995 · typical market price $54,142 · based on 89 comparable same-build listings.
Price history for this VIN
Asking prices recorded across 4 listing dates for VIN 5YJSA1E68MF451726, spanning 20 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Soto Auto Sales | Desoto, KS 66018 | $49,995 | 61,694 mi | 2026-08-13 |
| De Soto Auto Sales | De Soto, KS 66018 | $49,995 | 61,694 mi | 2026-07-24 |
| DeSoto Auto Sales | De Soto, KS 66018 | $49,995 | 61,694 mi | 2026-07-24 |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeSoto Auto Sales | De Soto, KS 66018 | $51,995 | 61,694 mi | 2026-07-26 |
| De Soto Auto Sales | Desoto, KS 66018 | $51,995 | 61,694 mi | 2026-07-25 |
| De Soto Auto Sales | De Soto, KS 66018 | $51,995 | 61,694 mi | 2026-07-24 |
What would this 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid cost per month?
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 5YJSA1E68MF451726Full 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 $166 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 | $43,017 |
| September 2026 | $45,364 |
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) | $49,995 | 89 | — |
| 2022 Honda Civic | $24,455 | 6 | −$25,540 |
| 2019 Hyundai Ioniq | $15,026 | 4 | −$34,969 |
| 2020 Kia Soul | $15,495 | 4 | −$34,500 |
| 2019 Mitsubishi Mirage | $9,268 | 2 | −$40,727 |
| 2020 Mini Hardtop | $19,724 | 2 | −$30,271 |
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 | 39 | $143,826 | 100% | 4,441 mi |
| 2025 | 30 | $100,102 | 70% | 15,279 mi |
| 2024 | 40 | $88,332 | 61% | 21,544 mi |
| 2023 | 95 | $56,570 | 39% | 38,426 mi |
| 2022 | 245 | $45,998 | 32% | 51,524 mi |
| 2021 | 208 | $44,992 | 31% | 57,220 mi |
| 2020 | 102 | $35,000 | 24% | 58,999 mi |
| 2019 | 94 | $29,902 | 21% | 74,608 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
