Used Ford F-150 for Sale nearPlato, MO

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 $34,113, and its lowest point over the past year was $31,607. 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 choice, and a long track record of owner satisfaction. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the F-150 for its powerful performance, spacious interiors, and variety of engine options. They also frequently highlight its advanced features and smooth ride, especially in newer and better-equipped versions.

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 the naturally aspirated V8’s slower response, lower-priced versions that feel sparse on amenities, and higher-priced versions that trail the most luxurious rivals in materials and finish.

30.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford F-150 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the F-150’s strong performance, roomy cabin, and broad range of configurations as major strengths. Across the model years in the data, buyers also repeatedly praise its comfort, capability, and everyday usability.

• Owners rate the Ford F-150 between 4.43 and 5.0 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 carefully, especially on older trucks where age and mileage can matter more.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 83% — 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, and the 5.0-liter Coyote V8 available on the XL long bed; best for buyers who want the most affordable entry into the lineup.
• STX: Adds the 2.7-liter turbo V6 standard, with the Lobo upgrades available in expert-tested form for a more styled street-truck look.
• XLT: Brings the 2.7-liter turbo V6 standard and is one of the trims where BlueCruise is optional.
• Lariat: Adds the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 and is one of the trims where BlueCruise is optional.
• Tremor: Adds the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6, 4WD with low range standard, and is one of the trims where BlueCruise is optional; it suits buyers who want extra capability and a more rugged setup.
• King Ranch: Adds the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6, wraparound LED headlights, a power tailgate, and is one of the trims where BlueCruise is optional.
• Platinum: Adds the 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6, wraparound LED headlights, and is one of the trims where BlueCruise is optional.
• Raptor: Adds the 4WD with low range standard, lifted and widened racing suspension, and the 450-hp version of the 3.5-liter V6 for serious off-road hardware.
• Raptor R: Adds the 5.2-liter supercharged V8 with 720 hp and 640 lb-ft for the most extreme performance in the lineup.

What Ford F-150 do most buyers choose?

The Ford F-150 years with the most listings are 2025, 2017, and 2018.

Higher-volume years tend to attract more shoppers because they usually offer a wider mix of trims, prices, and equipment levels. That gives you more chances to find the right balance of value, features, and condition.

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

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

The 2018, 2014, and 2023 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 −15.54% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −10.68%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33.5% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $50,121. The Ford F-150 offers broad capability and a huge range of configurations, so you can tailor it to work, family, or weekend use.

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 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 delivers 400 hp and 500 lb-ft.
• Tech: A 12-inch touchscreen with Sync 4 software and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
• 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 2025 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.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.