2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

The 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is a mid-size vehicle blending the qualities of an SUV with a pickup’s practicality, featuring a versatile cargo bed. It offers two engine options: a 4.0-liter V6 producing 210 horsepower and 254 lb-ft of torque, and an optional 4.6-liter V8 that generates 292 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque. The V6 models are equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission, while V8 variants utilize a 6-speed automatic transmission. Drive configurations include rear-wheel drive (RWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD). Available trim levels are the XLT, which includes a composite cargo box and leather-wrapped steering wheel, and the Limited, adding features like 18-inch alloy wheels and power-adjustable pedals. Fuel economy is rated at 14 MPG city and 20 MPG highway for V6 models, and 13 MPG city for the V8. Notable enhancements for 2008 include standard side curtain airbags and the introduction of the Ford Sync system later in the year.