2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited V8 (RWD)
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- Photo: 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Adrenalin, front 11.3.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Adrenalin by 1FastAMG, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Adrenalin, rear 11.3.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited V8 (RWD) is a 292-hp 4.6-liter V8 with a 6-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $28,070 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.
It makes 292 horsepower at 5,750 rpm and 300 lb-ft of torque at 3950 rpm, spinning to a 6,250 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 13 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).
The Explorer Sport Trac measures 210.2 inches long on a 130.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,618 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $28,070 ($44,007 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.6L 3V SOHC Modular V8 |
| Displacement | 4.6 L |
| Horsepower | 292 hp @ 5,750 rpm |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft @ 3950 rpm |
| Redline | 6,250 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 24 valves (3 valves/cyl) |
| Bore and Stroke | 3.55 in x 3.54 in (90.2 x 90.0 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection (SMPI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic (6R60) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 13 MPG |
| Highway | 20 MPG |
| Combined | 16 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded (87 octane) |
| Tank Capacity | 22.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double wishbone, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 32 mm |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 25 mm |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18" x 7.5" |
| Wheels Rear | 18" x 7.5" |
| Tires Front | P235/65R18 |
| Tires Rear | P235/65R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 210.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in |
| Height | 71.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 130.5 in |
| Front Track | 60.8 in |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,618 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.4 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (19.8 % risk) |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 25, 2007 · STEERING
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE TWO BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY TO THE FRAME MAY HAVE BEEN OVER-TIGHTENED. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN ONE OR BOTH OF THE BOLTS FRACTURING, CAUSING THE STEERING GEAR TO BECOME LOOSE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE "CLUNKING" NOISE WHEN STEERING AS WELL AS DECREASED STEERING EFFECTIVENESS POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH THE STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY MOUNTING BOLTS AND NUTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
NHTSA campaign 07V181000
100 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2007 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
Owner Complaints
100 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC (8 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 23 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 13 |
| Engine | 11 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
| Hydraulic | 10 |
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 2007 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.