The 2007 Ford Sport Trac refreshes and updates the original in every way that matters. It's roomier. It's more powerful. It rides and handles better. It hauls and pulls more. All this comes at a lower price and with more features. In our book, this equals better value. That's hard to beat.
NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from Laguna Beach, California.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
Model Lineup:
Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT 4X2 ($24,245); XLT 4X4 ($26,740); Limited 4X2 ($25,845); Limited 4X4 ($28,340)
Engines:
4.6-liter, sohc, 24-valve V8
Transmissions:
6-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):
front seat airbags; front and rear seat-mounted side airbags; rear seat child safety seat anchors (LATCH); antilock brakes; AdvanceTrac stability control system; tire pressure monitors
Saftey Equipment (optional):
full-coverage curtain airbags ($560)
Basic Warranty:
3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In:
Louisville, Kentucky
Specifications As Tested
Model Tested (MSRP):
Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT 4X4 ($26,740)
Standard Equipment:
air conditioning; tilt steering wheel; AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo; power windows, central locking and fold-away, outside mirrors; cruise control; cloth upholstery; P235/70R16 tires; Class II trailer tow; power-assist rack-and-pinion steering
Options As Tested (MSRP):
4.6-liter V8 with six-speed automatic transmission ($1200); Safety Canopy ($560); XLT Appearance Package ($795); six-way power driver's seat ($295); Audiophile stereo ($510); heated windshield ($300); power moonroof ($850); adjustable pedals ($125); leather-wrapped steering wheel ($75); hard tonneau cover ($595); cargo bed extender ($195); Class III/IV trailer tow ($150)
Destination Charge:
695
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):
33085
Layout:
four-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
292 @ 5750
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
300 @ 3950
Transmission:
6-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
14/20
Wheelbase:
130.5
Length/width/height:
210.2/73.7/72.5
Track, f/r:
60.8/61.8
Turning circle:
36.8
Seating capacity:
5
Head/hip/leg room, f:
39.8/55.4/42.4
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:
38.5/55.5/36.9
Cargo volume:
Payload:
1350
Towing capacity:
6640
Suspension, f:
independent, short-and-long arm, coil spring over gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar
Suspension, r:
independent, trailing arm, short-and-long arm, coil spring over gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar
Ground clearance:
8.4
Curb weight:
4793
Tires:
P245/65R17
Brakes, f/r:
vented disc/solid disc with ABS
Fuel capacity:
22.5
2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac consumer reviews:
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The Sport Trac is just what I needed! Very smooth ride, interior is very roomy and comfortable. I am really impressed with the Sport Trac's ride and inside headroom. I would only suggest that the 3 compartments in the back should be waterproof.
posted by Nate Joahn on Oct 03 2008
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It's a cool looking truck. Sport Trac has plenty of room inside, and a very smooth drive which is good for long drive. Very pactical and versatile. Everything about the vehicle is my favorite.
posted by Frederick Ferdinand on Apr 10 2008
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I really like this truck! It looks nice and has a relatively smooth ride especially for a SUV. Very comfortable. My favorite feature is the powered sunroof and having the dash controls in the steering wheel. I would only add another DC adapter to the front seats instead of having one in the back. (( ' ' ))
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