Used 2023 Ford F-150 for Sale nearSaint Louis, MO

How much does the 2023 Ford F-150 cost?

Prices have softened 2.41% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 9,631 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

If you find a listing below $41,901.05, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2023 Ford F-150 a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Ford F-150 earns a 4.94/5 user rating and an 8/10 expert rating.

The standout strength is Technology at 9/10.

Owners repeatedly praise the truck’s powerful performance, smooth ride, and modern features like the large touchscreen and advanced safety tech. The review summary also points to strong satisfaction with its overall capability and everyday usability. In context, this fits a truck aimed at buyers who want one vehicle that can cover work, family, and recreation.

The trade-offs are that pricing can feel high, and some luxury features may be more than you need. The expert review also notes poor ride quality in the test truck and some interior materials that feel cheap.

Good and great deals account for 30.4% of listings, so you still have room to shop selectively.

Is the 2023 Ford F-150 reliable?

Owners rate it 4.94/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner summary points to a truck that feels powerful, smooth, and well-equipped, which usually lines up with confidence over time. It also suggests the F-150 delivers the kind of everyday usability and feature content that helps owners feel good about keeping it. The expert review reinforces that impression by describing the truck as structurally solid and noting that the 10-speed automatic consistently picks the right gear.

Ford also includes a first scheduled maintenance visit as part of the ownership experience, which helps early upkeep costs feel more manageable.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that a heavily optioned truck can be expensive to keep satisfying if you do not need its full capability.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Ford F-150?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and verify that the truck’s equipment matches the listing, especially if it has towing, off-road, or tech packages. A pre-purchase inspection is worth prioritizing on higher-mileage examples or trucks that have been used for heavy work. Focus on cabin condition, ride quality, and whether the truck’s features actually suit your needs.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup spans regular, Super Cab, and SuperCrew body styles, with trims ranging from XL to Raptor R. The XLT Heritage Edition adds two-tone paint, unique cloth seat inserts, and exclusive 75 Years interior details, while the test truck’s XLT setup shows how quickly options can push pricing higher.
• Powertrain: The truck offers multiple engines, including a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 in the test truck. That setup delivers effortless acceleration through a 10-speed automatic, but the review also notes poor fuel economy with this engine.
• Safety package: Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 bundles automatic high beams, forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, automatic reverse braking, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, lane-centering assist, evasive steering assist, intersection assist for left turns, and speed-sign recognition. Some of these features may not be standard on every trim.
• Infotainment: Sync 4 includes a 12-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, over-the-air updates, enhanced voice recognition, and SiriusXM 360L. FordPass Connect and a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot are also standard.
• Fuel efficiency: The test truck returned 17 mpg in combined driving, versus an EPA expectation of 19 mpg.

Which 2023 Ford F-150 trim should I buy?

The 2023 Ford F-150 is offered in 8 trim levels: XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, Tremor, Raptor, Raptor R.

Here's the short version:

• XL: This is the work-focused starting point, and it makes sense if you want the lowest entry price and do not need much luxury or extra equipment.
• XLT: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds the core tech and comfort features that make the F-150 feel modern without jumping too far in price.
• Lariat: Choose this if you want a more upscale daily driver and are willing to pay for additional comfort and equipment.
• King Ranch: This suits you if you want a more premium, distinctive cabin and a richer ownership experience.
• Platinum: Pick this if you want a high-end F-150 with a more luxury-oriented feel.
• Tremor: This is the better choice if you want off-road capability without going all the way to the most extreme performance models.
• Raptor: Choose this if you want the performance-focused off-road truck character.
• Raptor R: This is the halo model, with the supercharged 5.2-liter V8, 700 horsepower, 640 pound-feet of torque, R-tuned Fox live-valve shocks, and standard 37-inch all-terrain tires.

Ford’s safety package is broad, but some advanced driver-assistance features may vary by trim.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Ford F-150?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with leverage if you stay disciplined.

• Deal availability: 30.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 9,631 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 2.41% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 91.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $41,901.05, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Ford F-150's resale value?

The current average of $42,626 sits slightly below last year's $43,677.

That softer pricing suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable point. For a future seller, that also means your resale outcome will depend heavily on condition, mileage, and how well-equipped the truck is. Well-kept examples with desirable features should hold attention better than heavily used trucks with tired interiors or limited equipment.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.94/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Ford F-150 safe?

It earns high marks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and nothing but five-star ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, coupled with a four-star rollover resistance rating.

It earns a 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 is the named driver-assistance suite, and it includes automatic high-beam headlights, forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, automatic reverse braking, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, lane-centering assist, evasive steering assist, intersection assist for left turns, and speed-sign recognition.

The expert review says the adaptive cruise control and lane-centering assist work well overall, and the surround-view camera is especially useful when parking. It also notes that some lane-assist behavior can feel overly assertive on tighter roads.

Should I buy a 2023 Ford F-150 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 30.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 2.41% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.94/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• This year adds the Raptor R and XLT Heritage Edition, expanding both performance and style choices.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $46,816, the 2024 costs more than the current year's $42,626 average.
• It adds a standard 12-inch touchscreen and updated BlueCruise.

The bottom line: If you want the better value, the 2023 is the smarter buy because pricing has eased and inventory is healthy. If you want the newer updates and do not mind paying more, the 2024 is the cleaner upgrade path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.