Used Ford F-150 for Sale nearCharlotte, NC

How much does the Ford F-150 cost in today's market?

Used Ford F-150 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Ford F-150's current nationwide average price is $33,505, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $31,608 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Ford F-150 a good car?

Yes — the Ford F-150 is a strong used-truck choice if you want broad capability, wide configuration choices, and a long-running reputation for versatility. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its powerful performance, spacious interiors, and variety of engine options. They also frequently highlight its advanced features and smooth ride, which help the truck work well for both daily driving and heavier-duty use.

Expert reviews rate the 2015 and 2016 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs in recent expert-tested years center on fuel economy, ride quality in some configurations, and interior materials that can feel less upscale than the truck's pricing suggests.

34.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford F-150 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Ford F-150 for its strong performance, spacious cabin, and broad range of configurations. Across the model years in the data, owners also give it strong marks for overall satisfaction.

• Owners rate the Ford F-150 between 4.4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history and choosing a truck with a clean vehicle history report and consistent maintenance records.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 82.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Standard on all F-150 trims are high-beam assist, blind-spot monitors with rear cross-traffic alert, forward automatic emergency braking with intersection assist and pedestrian detection, evasive steering assist, lane-keep assist, a driver-attention monitor, rear parking sensors, and rear emergency braking.
• Infotainment: A 12-inch touchscreen with Sync 4 software and an analog instrument panel with a 4-inch display are standard.
• Fuel efficiency: The hybrid’s city fuel economy is impressive at 23 mpg, but the V6 and V8 models come close on the highway (our Lobo is rated at 17 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 19 mpg combined).

Which Ford F-150 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Ford F-150 offers these trims:

• XL: The starting point, with the 2.7-liter turbo V6 standard on STX and XLT trims and the 5.0-liter V8 as the only engine for the base XL with the 6.5-foot bed; best if you want the most straightforward work-truck setup.
• STX: Adds the 2.7-liter turbo V6 standard, and the STX Lobo treatment brings a body kit, black 22-inch wheels, a two-inch rear suspension drop, and black exhaust tips.
• XLT: Adds the 2.7-liter turbo V6 standard and is one of the trims where BlueCruise is optional.
• Lariat: Adds BlueCruise availability and brings a more upscale equipment mix.
• King Ranch: Adds the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 standard, wraparound LED headlights, tan leather, a power tailgate, and BlueCruise availability.
• Platinum: Adds the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 standard, wraparound LED headlights, dark tan interior accents, and BlueCruise availability.
• Tremor: Adds the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 standard, BlueCruise availability, and off-road hardware with 4WD standard.
• Raptor: Adds 4WD standard, lifted and widened bodywork, racing suspension, amber lights, and three dashed clearance lights.
• Raptor R: Adds the 5.2-liter supercharged V8 with 720 hp and 640 lb-ft, plus the Raptor’s lifted, widened, racing-suspension setup.

What Ford F-150 do most buyers choose?

The Ford F-150 years with the most listings are 2021, 2025, and 2020.

These high-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a strong mix of availability, newer features, and a wide range of prices. More listings also make it easier to compare trims, mileage, and condition before you buy.

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

Most model years in the table are down year over year, which is good news if you're shopping used and want more room to negotiate. The biggest drops are concentrated in newer models, while older years show smaller declines.

The 2018, 2023, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Ford F-150 safe?

• 2026: 6/10
• 2025: 9/10
• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 8/10
• 2019: 8/10
• 2018: 8/10
• 2017: 8/10
• 2016: 9/10
• 2015: 10/10

Standard on all F-150 trims are high-beam assist, blind-spot monitors with rear cross-traffic alert, forward automatic emergency braking with intersection assist and pedestrian detection, evasive steering assist, lane-keep assist, a driver-attention monitor, rear parking sensors, and rear emergency braking.

For the safest used buy, the 2015 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Ford F-150 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −17.27% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −9.98%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 35.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2021 model has the most listings at a current average price of $31,991. The Ford F-150 offers broad configurability, strong capability, and a wide range of trims that make it easy to match to your needs.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The base engine is a 2.7-liter turbo V6, with 325 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque, while the 5.0-liter "Coyote" V8 pumps out 400 hp and 410 lb-ft.
• Tech: A 12-inch touchscreen with Sync 4 software and an analog instrument panel with a 4-inch display are standard, and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, too.
• Safety: Standard on all F-150 trims are high-beam assist, blind-spot monitors with rear cross-traffic alert, forward automatic emergency braking with intersection assist and pedestrian detection, evasive steering assist, lane-keep assist, a driver-attention monitor, rear parking sensors, and rear emergency braking.
• Starting price: The 2026 Ford F-150 starts at around $40,000 for the XL.

If you're buying used today, the 2021 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2023 Ford F-150 compare to the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2023 Ford F-150:

• Pros: Class-leading towing and payload ratings, Impressive technology, Great safety ratings.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy (3.5-liter EcoBoost V6), Poor ride quality (specific to test truck), Some interior materials feel cheap.

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500:

• Pros: Easy-to-use technology, Powerful engine options, Tons of cabin space.
• Cons: Rough ride compared to rivals, Polarizing front-end styling, Steering feels numb at times.

Our experts score the 2023 Ford F-150 8/10 and the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 8.7/10. The Silverado 1500 edges ahead on the expert score, while the F-150 counters with class-leading towing and payload ratings plus great safety ratings. The Silverado's cabin space and easy-to-use technology stand out, but the F-150's technology and capability make it a strong alternative if those strengths matter more to you.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.