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2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Overview

Likes:

  • Up to 7,160-pound towing capacity
  • More technology options than compact trucks
  • Rust-proof cargo box

Dislikes:

  • V-6 gets worse mileage than V-8
  • Engine noise (V-6)
  • Suspension noise

Bottom Line

By Rex Roy's avatar Rex Roy, Detroit Editor

The car experts at TheCarConnection.com consulted road tests from across the Web to write this conclusive review of the 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. This profile of the 2009 Explorer Sport Trac also compares it with similar vehicles to give you the unbiased advice you ...

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By Rex Roy's avatar Rex Roy, Detroit Editor

The 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac bears a strong resemblance to its SUV sibling, the Explorer, and most reviews read by TheCarConnection.com approve of its overall look. The Detroit News calls the 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac "a cute truck, very attractive," though that...

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Select a Trim:

Trim MSRP / Invoice Fuel Econ
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: RWD 4dr V6 XLT $27,460 / $25,504 City: 14
Hwy: 20
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: RWD 4dr V8 XLT $28,770 / $26,696 City: 15
Hwy: 21
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: RWD 4dr V6 Limited $31,310 / $29,007 City: 14
Hwy: 20
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: RWD 4dr V8 Limited $32,620 / $30,200 City: 15
Hwy: 21
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: 4WD 4dr V6 XLT $29,985 / $27,802 City: 13
Hwy: 19
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: 4WD 4dr V8 XLT $31,295 / $28,994 City: 14
Hwy: 19
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: 4WD 4dr V6 Limited $33,835 / $31,305 City: 13
Hwy: 19
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: 4WD 4dr V8 Limited $35,145 / $32,497 City: 14
Hwy: 19
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: AWD 4dr V6 Adrenalin $33,835 / $31,305 City: 13
Hwy: 19
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: AWD 4dr V8 Adrenalin $35,145 / $32,497 City: 14
Hwy: 19

Other Choices:

The 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac fits in Ford’s truck lineup right above the aging Ford Ranger and below the new F-150, so it competes with the four-door variants from compact and mid-size pickup segments. The editors at TheCarConnection.com aren't too fond of the Chevrolet Colorado and its twin, the GMC Canyon. Their five-cylinder engines never had the power or refinement to endear themselves to our experts. GM’s other entry, the HUMMER H3T has superior off-road capability and an available V-8, but its cargo bed is on the smaller side. The Dodge Dakota was updated in 2008, and its longer traditional steel bed might be an advantage for some buyers. The Nissan and Toyota mid-size trucks are not earth-shattering in terms of performance or versatility, but they are worth a look, as they provide nearly even competition to the 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac in most every area of consideration. Honda's Ridgeline is an interesting alternative. Its car-based design gives a better ride and handling than the Sport Trac, as well as a nimbler feel overall, but lacks the Ford's heavy-duty capabilities for hauling, towing, and off-roading.

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