2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT V6 (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 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT V6 (RWD) is a 210-hp 4.0-liter V6 with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $25,115 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.
It makes 210 horsepower at 5,100 rpm and 254 lb-ft of torque at 3700 rpm, spinning to a 6,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 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 4,579 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,115 ($37,912 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0L SOHC V6 |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Horsepower | 210 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 12 valves |
| Bore and Stroke | 3.95 in x 3.32 in (100.3 x 84.3 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection (SMPI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic (5R55W) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 14 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 | 16" x 7.0" |
| Wheels Rear | 16" x 7.0" |
| Tires Front | P235/70R16 |
| Tires Rear | P235/70R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 210.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in |
| Height | 72.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 130.5 in |
| Front Track | 60.8 in |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,579 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.5 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 2008 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 26, 2007 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.6L ENGINE AND 6R TRANSMISSION, THE BOLT SECURING THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE FITTINGS AT THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TORQUED DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY LOOSEN AND THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE TRANSMISSION, CAUSING A TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK.
Consequence: IF LEAKING TRANSMISSION FLUID CONTACTS THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER, IT MAY POSE A RISK OF FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND HAVE THE TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE ATTACHMENT BOLT TIGHTENED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
NHTSA campaign 07V453000
23 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
Owner Complaints
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 8 |
| Engine | 7 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
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 2008 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.