Overview & Reviews

After last year's redesign, the Ford Explorer Sport Trac enters 2008 with a handful of equipment upgrades. Side curtain airbags become standard on both trims, as do a power rear window, foglights and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The optional navigation system adopts voice activation technology and, later in the model year, the Ford "Sync" system (which integrates devices such as cell phones and MP3 players into the vehicle's controls) option debuts.

• Roomy cabin, strong optional V8, hidden storage compartments, ideal ride and handling balance.

• V8 can be thirsty, styling not for everyone, small cargo bed compared to traditional pickup trucks.

User Reviews:

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  My little bull truck - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By melody - June 13 - 4:03 pm

  In the year of Jan. 2009 we had a snow storm that surprised some of the locals i had left work at 1:00 AM driving slow on highway I 40 freeway and noticed vehicles losing control including a couple of police cars in front of me when the one police officers auto was sliding backwards the officer did manage to get his auto in control and i drove with my new 2008 sport track all wheel drive up the icy hwy with no problems and i felt very safe in my truck on the icy roads. I am very happy I bought this little bull, that left every one in the dust. Yea!

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  Excellence From Ford - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By Willis - November 24 - 12:06 am

  I traded in a 2004 F-150 and got 2008 Limited Sort Trac, V8, 4X4, limited chrome and electronics. Ford couldnt have done a better job of putting a vehicle together. Great power anywhere you need it, I am am happy with my mileage compared to my F-150 V8 5.4. Getting 22mph on highway. Very smooth ride, If youre looking for something like this no other manufacturer can even come close to the quality and comfort of the Sport Trac.

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  Excellent Buy! - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By nauboey - August 30 - 8:50 am

  The Sport Trac is a great truck/SUV! Its great for everyone including familys. This thing has so many features that I dont know where to start. My Kids love it and my wife perfers to drive it over her Mustang and Audi!

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  My Dream Truck - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By Woodchopper - July 26 - 5:46 pm

  I have had many vehicles, of all sorts. I have been looking at the Sport Trac since its debut in 2001, but wanted more than the 4.0 litre engine. Now with the V8 4.6 my dream truck is a reality, and the wait was worth it, more robust frame & suspension (IRS), better looks, plus overall refinements. I am over 61", comfort is great. I like the door handles (placement, appearance) and have no issue with the door pulls, seats, or anything else. The rubber floor covering is much easier to clean than carpet would be. I trailer two large ATVs at "highway speeds", passing & handling is spot on. I am very pleased with my Sport Trac, and have recommended it to others, friends and family included.

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  All Fords Trucks Need This Style - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By Dennis - October 10 - 5:40 pm

  Test drove several different full-size trucks models including Ford. Had an F- 150 for 11 years. Not much had changed on the interior including, entire front display panel and radio. I was disappointed with this until I test dove the Sport Trac. Its like getting the inside comfort and styling of a luxury car, yet with the manly toughness and sporty styling of a truck. I get 23 mpg on the highway and 17 mpg in town. This is slightly better than my previous F-150. My family and I really enjoy going places in this remarkable vehicle.

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  Ford best for the money - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By Craig Baber - December 24 - 2:06 pm

  I have had lots of Fords over the years but this is one of the best. I traded a 2004 F150 Crew for this and I am as pleased as punch. The 4.6 V8 is a power house and delivers basicly the same mpg as the 6. It is so easy to park, garage friendly (takes less room) is great on the road. It is quiet, ride is outstanding, no need for rails as in and out access is great. The new Sync by Microsoft and sirus radio makes it a intertainment wonder. No need for cds as one 2mb in the usb will access hundreds of songs with out worry of storage or scratching of cd. The vinyl floor is padded and the cab is quiet. It is a well thought out suv and with current offer of 4000 cash back is a must have.

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  The Import - Beater - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By conhig61 - January 29 - 2:30 pm

  I traded an 05 Sport Trac 4.0 V6. The 08 w/ 4.6LV8 is far superior and fuel economy is 1 mpg less in town than the 6; same on hi-way. The ride is like that of a much more expensive truck and the handling and noise levels are top-notch. Sync system can be a problem at times (mine has gotten stuck in a RING cycle that forced me to pull over, shut everything down and re-start the car. Rear seat legroom is improved over previous model too. This truck is a sleeper, and Manf incentives are great; better check it out!

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  Just what I wanted...sort of. - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By K3 - October 26 - 5:23 pm

  The 2008 Explorer pick-up is perfect for me and my high school aged daughter. I cannot complain about one thing other than gas mileage on the V6. I guess I would have purchased the V8 just to get the six speed transmission if I knew the mileage would not be all that different, although, my five speed seems fine for my purposes and the eight cylinder just added to the cost. My leather interior, the paint and trim are outstanding. Microsoft Sync and Sirius radio combined with the 6 disc changer gives me so much music through the trucks killer sound system that I dont know quite what to listne to sometimes. I love the handling, et. al. Really neat truck for a city boy.

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  Wouldve never thought it - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By rd2007 - October 23 - 7:36 am

  I was a Ford hater and never would have considered buying one. I was initially looking at the Avalanche and while reading reviews I noticed some positive ones for the SportTrac. I went to the dealership and was also looking at the Expedition, but they could not get me the numbers I wanted so I decided to try out the SportTrac. I took a drive in it and was amazed at how well it drove. Its quiet, smooth, and the V-8 has plenty of go in it. So far I have had it for two months and its been perfect. My mileage has been about 15-16 overall, but that is mostly because I tend to have a little fun now and then. Its the same mileage my CX-7 got and that thing didnt have anywhere near the room.

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  Just the right size truck - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By Sam - September 28 - 9:13 pm

  I will always need some type of truck for hauling and have liked the Sport Trac since the first ones came out. The addition of the V8 and IRS on the latest model was the clincher. Truck has a very comfortable interior. Outstanding ride and handling. I love the excellent overall quality, it is very quiet with no rattles or squeaks. For someone that does not a 6 or 8 bed length, this truck fits the bill. Tows a 5000 boat very nice and with the traction control, goes up the slipperest ramp with ease. With the sales incentives and rebates, the price simply cant be beat for a fun full featured, loaded 4 door truck.