2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLS (4WD)
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- Photo: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Front Right, 04-17-2020 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '01 Ford Explorer Sport Trac (PH) (front) by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '01 Ford Explorer Sport Trac (PH) (rear) by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT in Redfire Metallic, rear left, 11-05-2023 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLS (4WD) is a 210-hp 4.0-liter V6 with a 5-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $27,125 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.
It makes 210 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 240 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).
The Explorer Sport Trac measures 205.9 inches long on a 125.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,349 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $27,125 ($46,668 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0L Cologne SOHC V6 |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Horsepower | 210 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 240 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 12 valves |
| Injection Type | Sequential MPFI, Flex-Fuel (FFV) capable -- regular unleaded or E85 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD (ControlTrac) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic (5R55E) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 14 MPG |
| Highway | 19 MPG |
| Combined | 16 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded (Flex-Fuel/E85-capable; E85 rating: 10 city/14 hwy/12 combined per fueleconomy.gov) |
| Tank Capacity | 22 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16" |
| Wheels Rear | 16" |
| Tires Front | P235/70R16 |
| Tires Rear | P235/70R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 205.9 in |
| Width | 71.8 in |
| Height | 70.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 125.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,349 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLS (4WD) with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (27.9 % risk) |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 13, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
NHTSA campaign 06E056000
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
1,408 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
Owner Complaints
1,408 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC (75 mention a crash, 16 a fire, 84 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 477 |
| Structure | 446 |
| Visibility | 101 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 84 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 78 |
| Electrical System | 62 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.