Overview & Reviews

The interior gets a minor refresh that includes a revised instrument cluster. XLT models now come with additional standard features, while the high-line XLT Premium gets a new monochrome exterior look. The Adrenalin model now features an even more powerful premium audio system. All models get a flexible fuel feature that allows them to run on ethanol-blended fuel, as well as traditional gasoline. Finally, there is no longer a manual transmission option on XLS models.

• SUV comfort and pickup truck bed convenience, workhorse V6, features galore, available side curtain airbags.

User Reviews:

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  2004 SporTrac - 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By Dale Hepworth - December 12 - 6:10 am

  The SporTrac is a pleasure to drive. Literally drives like a car, but still can haul with the bed. However, steering is a bit wobbly, meaning, not as tight as in my old 99 Ford Ranger. Love the increased horsepower and 5 speed auto transmission. Sometimes you really have to put the pedal to the metal in order to shift into a higher gear. Other than the above, I would buy another one

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  Why? - 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By JB - December 11 - 1:40 pm

  Ok truck, but a bit small. Id be a lot happier if the bed were a foot longer. It drives well enough on the freeway, but leans and lurches about on the twisty stuff. Also, beware the W-I-D-E turning radius which means its not very nimble in parking lots and garages. The stock seats are comfortable. This is a good thing because they have only basic adjustments. The OHC engine performs quite well compared to my old anemic 94 model. Gas mileage is appalling, however, yielding a solid 14.5mpg in pure suburban driving and topping out at 21 for 100% interstate trips. For the gas it burns, I think Id better off with a full sized truck.

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  my 2004 Sport Trac Adrenalin - 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By Scott89racin - October 27 - 7:16 pm

  I have had very few problems with my Sport Trac. Ball joints were replaced at 12k and the transfercase was rebuilt at 29k due to a problem with hanging up in low or not shifting into 4wd at all. Drivers window reg was replaced at 29k and they fixed an evap problem at 35k under warranty.For having such a small engine it still pulls and I have more than once exceeded the 3500 lb towing capacity by 100%(I towed combined 7000 once) The trans cooler is a definete plus for towing. My friends Silverado trans went out going over the divide in Colorado with less miles towing about the same loads as me.(a Jeep) My fluid was cool to the touch while he had smoke comming out of his fill tube!

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  2002 - 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By qa9031 - October 4 - 2:00 am

  Have transported, king size mattress, mulch for the yard, scuba equipment, boating equipment all with relative ease, great vehicle.

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  Noise????? - 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By ben13 - September 23 - 10:00 am

  I owned an Explorer (02) which developed low hum in rearend around 40 + MPH. The dealer tried several fixes and finally said live with it. I decided to trade in on sporttrac (03) no hum initially, but guess what after about 2K miles the old hum is back only louder and more annoying (riders notice it immediately). A local Ford dealer had a gtreat fix - ride with the radio on!!!!! Thanks ford. Ive had several ford products over the last few years and this one is the last.

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  Very impressed - 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By dan the man - September 5 - 10:26 pm

  I have owned many a truck--and I am very pleased to have purchased this one. My wife actually picked this one out--I was not aware it had a frame which allows it to tow over 5,000 lbs--the current V6 explorers only do 3,500 lbs because of their more uni-body construction (I believe I am correct in this). The rear power window is a god-send! It is large and easy to operate. I love the rubber floors--easy to get messy and easy to clean up! I have a 5x10 trailer and a property that needs a smaller truck to maneuver around the trees so the Sport Track can easily tow the trailer when the load out paces the smaller truck bed and it can also more easily get around the trees on my lot! Buy it!

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  My Baby - 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By YOLY - August 12 - 10:00 am

  This is my baby, i have driven various types of SUVs. This is the "reliable" car. Room for 5 and back bed excellent for moving furniture. Great for material if into construction. Love it.

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  "A Real Treat" - 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By A. J. S. - July 23 - 10:00 am

  Great looking Sport-truck, very solid and very well constructed. Soooo much fun to drive, and turns a lot of heads for a second look. The leather and Moon Roof are fantastic extras....

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  nice - 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By dwayne a hunt - July 6 - 10:00 am

  the best dame truck i have ever had.

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  I love my ride!!! - 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By banjopickinchick - May 24 - 10:00 am

  I love my truck, it is very dependable, great to haul things and if you have children, then this is a great truck. I love it.!!