2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Review

Powerful engine choices, loads of versatility, stylistic design and appreciable fuel economy make the 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac one of the most popular vehicle choices for avid outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. It's the natural choice for outdoor lovers. Its rugged, built with a frame that's rock-solid. It's smooth, featuring fully independent suspension and available with 4x2, 4x4 and AWD configurations. It's confident and provides excellent traction in all terrain situations. When properly equipped, the Sport Trac is able to tow over 7000 pounds. And with features like standard electronic TSC (trailer sway control) with integrated Roll Stability Control technologies, it tows up to Class-IV trailers and/or boats with fluent, stable ease.

The base engine of the 2010 Sport Trac Ford Explorer is a 4.0L 210 horsepower 254 foot-pound SOHC V6. It drives its peppy power through an efficient 6-speed auto transmission and has been estimated by the EPA to deliver 14/20 mpg city/highway (4x2 versions). Its 4x4 cousins deliver a very similar 13/19 mpg. If you need more adventure potential, on any type of terrain, jump up the power with the available 4.6L V8 engine option. With three valves for every cylinder, it adds in "dual-equal" variable can timing technologies to crank out a maximum 292 horsepower and 315 ft-lb of twist. It delivers 15/21 mpg with the same transmission as the 4.0L.

Cool-named options also await your custom ordering for the Explorer Sport Trac by Ford for 2010. For instance, the Adrenaline Package features equipment highlights including:

• 20 inch polished aluminum wheels;
• Black crosshatch-style grille;
• Unique rear fascia;
• Adrenalin-branded floor mats;
• Unique ground effects-style front fascia;
• Fog lamps;
• Unique running boards;
• And more...

Standard equipment features on all trims includes:

• Message center with outside temperature reading;
• Powered doors, locks and mirrors;
• Rear privacy glass;
• Under floor storage bins;
• 60/40 split rear seating;
• Power sliding rear window;
• And loads more...

The 2010 Sport Trac Explorer Ford has been manufactured with a boxed frame that's 427 percent torsionally stiffer than its predecessor. That means that it's agile and it handles responsibly, while cruising down the Vegas strip, or smashing through muddy swamp. It features manufacturer's suggested retail pricing between $28,210 and $35,590 and competes with big stars like the Chevrolet Colorado, the GMC Canyon, the Nissan Frontier and the Toyota Tacoma. The Sport Trac 2010 is a NHTSA 5-Star safety rater too, featuring standard safety features on all trims including:

• AdvanceTrac electronic traction control with integrated RSC (roll stability control);
• LATCH child safety tethers and anchors;
• Height adjustable safety belts with Belt-Minder technologies;
• Safety Canopy System;
• SOS Post Crash Alert System;
• And about 20 others...

The 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is also ultimately suited for caring your outdoor gear in its 37.5 cubic feet of spaciousness located behind the cab. Built in are 3 separate, completely weather-resistant storage bins located beneath the rear cargo box, very discreetly. Small, personal items need protection from the weather and visibility need homes too. Throw on the tough, locking tonneau bed cover to add protection to your larger items as well. Anyway you look at it, the Sport Trac is perfect for those who like to get away from it all. Travel with confidence. Enjoy your outings knowing that solid, fun transportation is not an issue.