- 2010
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
- Used Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Ford Explorer Sport Trac - What the Auto Press Says
The Ford Explorer Sport Trac delivers good towing capacity and versatility, but can't match the fuel economy or value of other vehicles in its class.
According to most reviewers, the Ford Explorer Sport Trac is for buyers who need some - but not all -- of the capabilities of a truck. For outdoorsy types who haul more people than gear, the Sport Trac remains a good choice for its respectable performance and versatility.
Based on the Ford Explorer SUV, the Sport Trac replaces the SUV's covered cargo area with a short truck bed. However, the truck bed has a lockable, watertight tonneau, as well as an in-bed storage compartment.
The Ford Explorer Sport Trac has two available trims: the base XLT and the Limited. Both are available as a 4X2 or as a 4X4 and with your choice of a 4.0 L V6 or a 4.6L V8. The Explorer Sport Trac was last redesigned in 2007. For 2009, satellite radio is standard.
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- "The Sport Trac is an Explorer SUV with a pickup bed out back. The cargo bed is just four feet long but does have a watertight, lockable tonneau. Although the short bed limits utility, it's a decent light-duty compromise and a bit of a unique choice in a world chock-full of F-150s." -- Car and Driver
- "If you desire a truck's utility but don't want or need a traditional full-size model, this "Explorer pickup" deserves a look." -- Consumer Guide
- "The 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is a good all-around utility vehicle that's worth a close look in this specialized segment." -- Edmunds
- "If you want to be able to go just about anywhere, you require some truck-type cargo capacity but not necessarily a lot, you tow a trailer but not necessarily a great big one and you want the advantages of a separate body-on-frame construction and an available V8 engine, the 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac deserves your attention." -- Kelley Blue Book
Explorer-Sport-Trac Performance - 8.4 (Very Good)
Reviewers have mixed opinions on the 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac's performance and driving experience. MSN enjoys the ride, saying the Sport Trac "is fun to drive, even for a truck, with precise steering, almost car-like handling and brakes that provide decent stopping distances." Read More
Explorer-Sport-Trac Exterior - 8.1 (Very Good)
The 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac's exterior received mixed reactions from reviewers. The exterior strikes "that delicate balance between street style and off-road character, and the Ford designers have managed to make it look not exactly like a work truck, but not exactly like a soccer-mom sport utility vehicle, either," says Kelley Blue Book.
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Explorer-Sport-Trac Interior - 7.9 (Good)
The 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac receives general praise for its interior, which AutoWeek calls "the highlight of this ride." Kelley Blue Book says, "On balance, the Sport Trac's interior accommodations and cargo versatility are so appealing that every new owner will probably just love the thing." Read More
Explorer-Sport-Trac Safety - 9.3 (Excellent)
The 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac boasts favorable crash test scores and a plentiful list of safety features. Ford says the 2009 model has been designed to meet all known safety requirements through 2010.
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Explorer-Sport-Trac Reliability - 8.0 (Very Good)
The 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The Explorer Sport Trac comes with a three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. Read More
