Initially excluded from North America, the is entering production at the end of 2018. The rear cargo bed is made of sheet-molded composite, which is a heavy-duty plastic that resists rust and dents. Safety Antilock brakes are standard. As the two-door Ford Explorer Sport was discontinued in 2003, the second-generation Sport Trac adopted the front fascia of the four-door Explorer. A standard power rear window allows access to the cargo area from the rear seat. Even with the assistance of the tough-looking running boards, climbing aboard can be a challenge for shorter folks.
We are extremely satisfied with our cars and look forward to recommending this car dealer to our friends and family. But some people may still ask: If you want a pickup truck, why not buy one? I bought this truck new in 2004. EngineFilter selectedEngineList, null ; engineFilter. Show full review Vehicle Overview Two-in-one vehicles have caught the fancy of quite a few shoppers lately. Designed specifically for the Sport Trac, the 50-inch long pickup bed was constructed entirely of plastic composite material; the tailgate was shared with the Ford F-150 SuperCrew.
An optional, tubular steel cargo cage can extend the load. Power lumbar support and leather-trimmed heated front seats are available. The first mid-size pickup truck produced by Ford, the Sport Trac was marketed from the 2001 to the 2010 model years skipping the 2006 model year. But be warned: This rig is big. Has beautiful styling and solid performance for a V-6. Or see more new inventory at Use the cab steps to hop in, and enjoy the leather, heated seats. It's a 4x4 that I don't need often but the times I've needed it, wow.
I've taken great pride in maintaining. Despite these gripes, the '04 Explorer Sport Trac sold briskly. To add additional load space for the shortened pickup bed, Ford offered a metal load extender to be used with the tailgate. Price shown is subject to applicable taxes. It still looks like it came off the showroom floor.
A full rubber floor was standard as in base-trim pickup trucks , with berber-style carpet floor mats. Design inside the cabin, and on the dashboard, was updated a bit; still, reviewers complained that Ford hadn't made similar revisions to the basic platform, which not only remained unchanged since the Sport Trac's introduction, but which had already been an outdated version of the Explorer platform. I always tell people to try here first and stay away from lots where you are sometimes pressured into something you do not want. 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. Vincent was awesome as usual and helped us not buy one but two cars. The backseat is comparably spacious, but passengers may have to duck down slightly when entering. All production was sourced from the in taking the place of the Ford Ranger.
The Adrenalin trim was made more luxurious for the 2004 model year; the '04 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Adrenalin featured a high-end stereo system as well as flashy styling. Acceleration is energetic enough from a standstill, but automatic-transmission shifts are quite noticeable. During the development of the second-generation Sport Trac, developed the Sport Trac Adrenalin. We were recently in an accident which totaled our minivan purchased from Hardee Auto. Exterior To create the Sport Trac, developers first stretched the Explorers frame by 15 inches. Driving Impressions What first seemed like a gimmick combining two different types of vehicles turned out to have a fair amount of practical value.
Exterior To create the Sport Trac, developers first stretched the Explorers frame by 15 inches. Shifting from the compact to the mid-size segment, the 2019 Ranger SuperCrew will serve the same market function as the Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Another option is a lockable hard tonneau cover that protects cargo contents. We never considered another dealership - in fact, while we were sitting in the E. A five-speed manual transmission was standard, with a five-speed automatic transmission available as an option. Bring along three passengers in the back, or fold the seats flat to protect the leather and bring some more cargo with you.
We were blessed to find a great van on their lot, and were extra-blessed that it was affordable for us. In a minor styling shift, while the large front fender flares were withdrawn, the rear ones continued, styled similar to the F-150 FlareSide pickup bed from which the Sport Trac sourced its taillamps. The 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac model year saw only a few changes made to the popular sport-utility truck. FuelTypeFilter selectedFuelTypeList, null ; fuelTypeFilter. Call now and ask if this vehicle qualifies for the benefits of our Ford Certified Pre-Owned program. Sharing its interior with the two-door and four-door Explorer which shared much of its dashboard with the Ranger , the Sport Trac retained the fold-down rear seats of the four-door Explorer to expand storage space. Powered by a supercharged version of the 4.
When you need more room, the tailgate extender helps you out. WheelSystemFilter selectedWheelSystemList, null ; wheelSystemFilter. Side-impact airbags are not available, but a Safety Canopy side curtain-type airbag system may be installed. It's always been kept in climate controlled and cleaned top to bottom on a regular basis. Equipment changes mark the 2004 Explorer Sport Trac, which features a revised instrument cluster in a freshened interior.
The floor is covered with washable composite rubber that can be hosed down if it gets dirty. DealRatingFilter selectedRatingList, null ; ratingFilter. During the 2001 model year, the 4. . Leather seats are an option.