Ford deserves credit for creating one of the more successful SUT vehicles. Based on the Explorer SUV, the Sport Trac differs from the rear doors back with the inclusion of a 4.5-foot composite bed. The bed includes 3 storage compartments for added utility. Sport Trac is offered with both V6 and V8 engines in 4x2 or 4x4 configurations. An independent rear suspension is a notable improvement over traditional truck-based offerings.

The successful Explorer Sport Trac moves to the new re-engineered Explorer platform resulting in a signicant increase in size and the refinement of an independent rear suspension. Sport Trac is offered with both V6 and V8 engines in 4x2 or 4x4 configurations. An SVT version was planned but discontinued as part of Ford's restructuring plans.