Ford Explorer Sport Trac first generation

The Ford Explorer Sport Trac first generation (2001–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: UN105 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 5,230 mm |
| Width | 1,824 mm |
| Height | 1,781–1,791 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,198 mm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
539 complaints for model years 2001–2005. 46 crashes · 20 fires · 49 injuries · 1 death
- Transmission and drivetrain 68
- Body and structure 54
- Electrical system 44
- Engine 44
- Speed control 36
- Airbags 29
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 11 versions of the Ford Explorer Sport Trac first generation
United States 8 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2005FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP | 4.0 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345–368 g/km |
| 2004–2005FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP | 4.0 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15–16 MPG (14.7–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345–368 g/km |
| 2002–2003SOHC | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 2003CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 2001–2003CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 2001–2003 | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 2001–2002CLKUP · SOHC, CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 2001 | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
Canada 3 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2005Pickup truck: Standard | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 14.5–15.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 334–359 g/km |
| 2004–2005Pickup truck: Standard | 4.0 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 5-speed automatic | 19.3–20.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 309–326 g/km |
| 2001–2003Pickup truck: Standard | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 13.8–14.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 317–340 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





