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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  Ford made this vehicle bland - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By jahfre - July 28 - 1:37 pm

  I bought a Sport Trac in 2001 and drove it for 9 years, putting 260,000 miles on it over the period. That truck was special. Little details and features were well designed and useful...from the tie-down cleats on the bed to the bump feature on the rear sliding window. Dozens of things made those early model year Sport Trac attractive. When I finally wore out the first one I ran to the dealership to get another one. UGH. It is a totally different vehicle...so much worse in so many ways I cannot go into all of them. I use mine to haul rocks, firewood, gravel, etc. The bed was not designed to be used for these things. Awful.

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  Primary Vehicle - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By J. Hines - May 22 - 5:53 am

  Pretty much satisfied with the vehicle. Only drawbacks are fuel economy, of which I am getting close to 18 mpg around town, and the tire pressure indicator keeps going off. Have had 2 dealerships look at the tire pressure indicator but no solution yet.

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  Great ride - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By ryan - November 4 - 7:56 pm

  I came out of a 2003 4x4 F250 w/ the V10. I loved th truck but needed a vehicle with a lower payment and lower fuel bill. The Sport Trac did both. I have really enjoyed the ST. I think the 4.0 v6 handles it better than the 4.6 v8 handles the F150. Fuel mileage is avg. about 17, and, with the tailgate down, my Honda Foreman 4wheeler will fit in the back(the side tie downs come in very handy for this. Would definately recommend this vehicle.

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  Built Ford Tough - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By bwhite - August 27 - 3:13 am

  I have owned my V6 XLT for three months and I have been very happy with my purchase. I dont need to haul large or heavy objects very often, so the small bed works for me. The ride is comfortable and composed. The V6 has plenty of power and everything has been reliable. Ford needs to work on the fuel economy. I am not dissappointed with the mileage, but I think Ford could do better.

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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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  Adrenalin cant be beat & turns heads - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By DrDon - May 26 - 8:13 am

  I couldnt resist buying a brand new showroom leftover Adrenalin & taking advantage of Ford employee discounts. Traded in a 05 Silverado SE Special Edition Extended Cab and theres simply no comparison in quality - Ford wins hands down. The ride is tops, the look is...well, the Adrenalin turns heads everywhere Ive gone. Definitely buy the Navigation option with Sync. Makes a world of difference. Black interior is nice but I wouldve enjoyed a two-color treatment. Still, this car/truck combination is versatile, sporty, smooth, cool & a real winner. Might be the best vehicle Ive ever owned - and Ive had many.

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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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  Embarassment to America - 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  By scubajeff - December 22 - 11:43 am

  What in the heck are they thinking in Detroit? Ford has been making trucks for well on 100 years. This is the most uncomfortable truck I have ever been in. This truck is provided as a work vehicle and I hate to get in the thing. The YukonXL I was in previously was by far a more comfortable, good riding truck. This SUV, while being a smaller body, has no excuse not to have a more comfortable and well designed seat at least. Then add the cheap cheap leather, and interior which looks like its a year old already, and I can see why the big three reps apologized for building cheap cars. This wasnt cheap, but it sure is built that way. Fit and finish? What a joke. Never again Ford. Never.