2009 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 2009 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 $31,145 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 292 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 315 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,250 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The Explorer Sport Trac measures 210.2 inches long on a 130.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,673 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $31,145 ($47,189 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.6L 3V SOHC Modular V8 (VVT) |
| Displacement | 4.6 L |
| Horsepower | 292 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 315 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,250 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 24 valves (3 valves/cyl), variable valve timing |
| 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 | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 17 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 | 71.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 130.5 in |
| Front Track | 60.8 in |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,673 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 2009 Ford EXPLORER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 3, 2010 · EQUIPMENT
MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Consequence: AN IMPROPERLY DEPLOYED AIRBAG COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Remedy: MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
NHTSA campaign 10E043000
6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2009 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
Owner Complaints
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
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 2009 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.