2021 Ford Mustang Depreciation
A 5-year-old 2021 Ford Mustang has lost about 24.1% of its roughly $36,120 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $32,200, with most listings between $22,184 and $42,853. Listed examples average 47,308 miles.
2021 Ford Mustang Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2021 Ford Mustang Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30k mi | $40,739 | 76 |
| 30k–50k mi | $35,512 | 56 |
| 50k–75k mi | $24,990 | 60 |
| 75k–100k mi | $22,434 | 29 |
| 100k–130k mi | $18,298 | 9 |
What's a Good Price for a 2021 Ford Mustang?
Great deal
Under $24,222
Typical
$24,222–$39,587
Overpriced
Above $39,587
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 233 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $24,222 and $39,587, with a median of $33,988.
Ownership & Condition
Across 233 2021 Ford Mustang listings.
Accident-free
84.2%
One-owner
21.1%
Avg owners
2.1
Personal use
73.7%
Certified (CPO)
1.7%
2021 Ford Mustang Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
23 MPG
City / Hwy
19 / 29
Fuel / year
$2,750
Fuel
Regular
Engine
2.3L 4-cyl
EPA class
Subcompact Cars
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2021 Ford Mustang trim holds its value.
| Trim | Fuel | MSRP | Median Resale | Depreciation | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT | Gasoline | $36,120 | $36,990 | 16.2% | 47 |
| EcoBoost | Gasoline | $27,155 | $22,994 | 20.8% | 41 |
| Mach 1 | Gasoline | $51,720 | $49,265 | 24.6% | 13 |
| GT Premium | Gasoline | $45,620 | $39,212 | 30.1% | 41 |
| EcoBoost Premium | Gasoline | $32,175 | $22,877 | 33.1% | 32 |
How the 2021 Ford Mustang Compares to Other Years
At 24.1% depreciation, the 2021 Ford Mustang sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2022 has lost 23.7% (around $39,099), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $6,899 more. The older 2020 sits at 30.2% (around $32,159), so dropping back a year saves about $41. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Safety Ratings
NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2021 Ford Mustang.
Known Issues & Complaints
55 NHTSA complaints, 6 recalls reported.
FUEL SYSTEM
10 complaintsThe contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle shuddered while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that there was a banging sound coming from the vehicle. There
POWER TRAIN
8 complaintsA steady Check Engine Light came on after starting the car; brought it to Ford Dealer of Montebello and they stated coolant leak and got into one of the cylinders that caused misfires.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
5 complaintsI RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS CAR. THE REAR BACK-UP CAMERA WAS IN A FLIP FLOPPED STATE. MEANING, WHAT WAS DISPLAYED ON THE CABIN SCREEN ON THE LEFT, WAS ACTUALLY ON THE RIGHT PLUS THE GUIDING LINES ON THE SCREEN WERE MISSING. I PURCHASED AND IN
ENGINE
5 complaintsWhile entering an on-ramp and just before merging onto the freeway the vehicle failed to accelerate and I lost complete power from the engine. The vehicle was still powered on, but produced no combustion from the engine. The check engine li
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
4 complaintsReverse camera stopped working.
SERVICE BRAKES
4 complaintsThe contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact received a notification through a ride sharing app that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: Awaiting# (Service Brakes, Hydraulics) however, the part to do the recall repair was no
Top Issues
- FUEL SYSTEM
- POWER TRAIN
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- ENGINE
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 21V980000 (AIR BAGS): Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Mustang vehicles. The side curtain air bag inflators may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, whi
- !Recall 22V083000 (AIR BAGS): Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Mustang vehicles. An insufficient weld on the front passenger knee air bag may result in an improper air bag deployment.
- !Recall 23V727000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM): Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mustang vehicles. The brake fluid level sensor may not activate the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid is low. A
- !Recall 25V442000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION): Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSp
2021 Ford Mustang Listings
Real 2021 Mustang listings on the market now.
$41,990
2021 GT Premium · Gray
7,550 mi · Cleveland, OH
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$48,990
Certified2021 Mach 1 · Oxford White
7,815 mi · Watchung, NJ
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$43,590
2021 GT · Silver
15,451 mi · Oklahoma City, OK
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$40,590
2021 GT Premium · Blue
21,251 mi · Indianapolis, IN
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$36,990
2021 GT · Gray
29,228 mi · Richmond, VA
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$28,990
2021 EcoBoost Premium · Blue
29,250 mi · Tampa, FL
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2021 Ford Mustang worth?
A 2021 Ford Mustang is typically worth around $32,200, with most listings falling between $22,184 and $42,853. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 47,308 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2021 Ford Mustang depreciated?
The 2021 Ford Mustang has lost about 24.1% of its original $36,120 base MSRP — roughly $8,705 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2021 Mustang have?
Listed 2021 Mustangs average about 47,308 miles, with most between 19,371 and 78,956. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2021 Ford Mustang?
For a 2021 Ford Mustang, anything under $24,222 is a strong deal, $24,222 to $39,587 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $39,587 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2021 Ford Mustang are computed from 174 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.