“Sport Trac is designed for customers who demand the comfort and refinement
of a five-passenger SUV as well as a tough and rugged adventure vehicle for
hauling everything from mountain bikes to landscaping supplies,” says Steve
Lyons, group vice president, North America Marketing, Sales and Service. “The
all-new 2007 Sport Trac delivers all of the multi-functional character of the
original, and does it better than ever.”
Rugged Design Inspired by
Explorer and F-150
The first thing one notices about the 2007 Sport Trac is its contemporary new
look, which blends tough truck exterior cues also found on the new 2006 Explorer
and F-150 pickup. The tough and ready appearance is an overt nod to Sport Trac’s
truck and SUV siblings, each dominant leaders in their respective class.
From the B-pillar forward, the Sport Trac design is shared with the 2006
Explorer, including the standard chrome-finished grille, powerdome aluminum
hood, and pronounced wheel arches. The rear doors are unique, and the C-pillar
arch serves as a visual separation between the people space and cargo space.
The 4 1-foot cargo box is constructed of corrosion-proof sheet molded composite
(SMC) with a molded-in black inner liner that resists scratches and is
dent-proof. The box is notched, allowing customers to place two 2x4 boards
across the span to provide tiered storage of materials – including the
ubiquitous 4x8 sheets of plywood. The outer SMC shell is painted body color and
accented with tie-down anchors, emphasizing the Sport Trac’s functional design.
Inside the box are three integrated cargo bins designed to maximize
cargo-carrying ability and contribute to Sport Trac’s versatility. The bins are
recessed into the bed floor, with two six-pack-sized bins in the right and left
rear of the box and one large bin that runs the length of the box headboard. The
bins are equipped with weather-resistant lids and removable drain plugs for
storing wet gear or ice. ...Ford Explorer Sport Trac: Page 2
