Equipment changes mark the 2004 Explorer Sport Trac, which features a revised instrument cluster in a freshened interior. The back seat incorporates three child seat tether anchors. It has an outdoorsman's interior designed for easy cleaning and a bed made of a nearly impervious composite material. We rarely used it, because we didn't want to deal with first raising the armrest, then lifting the limp material top secured by Velcro. The cargo bed is just over four feet long and made entirely of a seemingly indestructible composite material, so it does not need a liner and won't rust. I would give them 6 stars if I could!!! Under the Hood A 4.
My first repair in over 150,000 miles was a cracked thermostat housing which was repaired in about four hours. Also, the weather may require that your timing belts be replaced sooner. I have owned numerous vehicle foreign and domestic and I would rate this the best vehicle I have ever owned. The size is just right, the power is fine, the gas mileage is on a par with 4X4s and the overall performance is outstanding. An optional, tubular steel cargo cage can extend the load.
Towing heavy loads like a race car frequently will likely put wear on a Sport Trac just as it did on the previous-generation Explorer. Some of these parts cannot be visually inspected, and it is best to err on the side of caution and repair or replace them when recommended. Yet it can carry a family of five in the comfort of a well-equipped Ford Explorer. One irritation is the parking brake, which requires a long reach to release. Thicker side rails, additional gussets and a tubular crossmember make the Sport Trac's frame 40 percent stiffer than the old Explorer's, despite the extra length. Flexibility is—and will keep on being what Sport Trac is about.
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to test vehicle. The brought down stance is accentuated by enormous 21-creep, 10-spoke aluminum wheels with a gunmetal completion and custom Goodyear tires. Portage touts wellbeing in its trucks, and the Sport Trac idea goes down the bragging with Roll Stability Control engineering, which locates the likelihood of a rollover inside milliseconds, naturally captivating counter measures to help the driver keep up greatest control and further lessen the danger of rollover. We will absolutely go back to them the next time we are in need of a vehicle because of the all around quality we experienced. The rear seats are roomy in the Sport Trac.
You might think of it as three-quarters of a Chevy Avalanche for about two-thirds the price. Power lumbar support and leather-trimmed heated front seats are available. A standard power rear window allows access to the cargo area from the rear seat. It's not uncomfortable, but these ride motions grow larger as the road gets rougher or as speed increases. It is extremely important to regularly maintain and tune up your car in order to enjoy it for many years to come.
Show full review Vehicle Overview Two-in-one vehicles have caught the fancy of quite a few shoppers lately. Theres plenty of space in the front seat. Also, the weather may require that your timing belts be replaced sooner. He takes pride in his work. This was by far the best experience I have ever had at a car dealership! It's removable, but requires much fiddling to get it out and back in. The rear seats are roomy in the Sport Trac. Flexibility is—and will keep on being what Sport Trac is about.
Tune ups will help prevent damage, both minimal and catastrophic, from happening to your car. This is where the depth of knowledge about your vehicle and driving habits come into play with an 04 Ford Explorer Sport Trac tune up. Sport Trac's suspension works well off the highway and in light snow and mud; but we wouldn't call this a highly capable off-road vehicle. It likes to rev, and it's smooth, responsive and great fun at speed. Sport Trac is more than just an Explorer with a pickup bed. I want it to look low profile. The center console provides big fixed cup holders in front, forward of the armrest, along with a little slot good for coins and tickets.
Once I found out what it was I did lots of research and knew that it was the style I wanted. Flooring is made of a textured composite rubber easily swept with a whisk broom or cleaned with water. When flipped inside the bed, the bed extender creates a compartment 25 by 45 inches that can keep grocery bags and other small items from sliding around. Exterior To create the Sport Trac, developers first stretched the Explorers frame by 15 inches. Rear legroom is ample at 37. Not all manufacturers make cars the same.
Sport Trac is more than just an Explorer with a pickup bed. And the power rack-and-pinion steering did not provide as much assist as we would have liked for parallel parking in tight spaces. It's removable, but requires much fiddling to get it out and back in. The six-pace was intended for overwhelming obligation use, helping the anticipated 6000-pound towing limit. Ford targets buyers who need a utility vehicle that might actually get dirty by going off-road, hauling mountain bikes and other lifestyle accessories, or carrying lumber and gardening supplies.