2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

The Ford Explorer Sport Trac delivers more of everything that helped the original sport utility truck launch one of the fastest growing segments in the industry. With a wider and longer stance and improved power, this concept offers even more versatility and flexibilityc. It also comes equipped with Ford's exclusive Roll Stability Control™ .

Ford invented the sportutility truck in 2001, bringing to market the Explorer Sport Trac – the first sport utility vehicle with the versatility of four full doors, a roomy feature-filled interior and a pickup truck's cargo box.Versatility is central to Explorer Sport Trac's sales success. Today's Explorer Sport Trac is the only vehicle in its segment to offer a durable color-coordinated cargo box and an available swing-over tubular bed extender that dramatically increases its capability to haul oversized cargo. The Explorer's interior is larger and the cargo bed is about 30 percent bigger than today's model for increased cargo capacity.

The Explorer's smooth appearance is achieved by simple lines, excellent proportions and clean body panels. Two side scoops located just in front of the A-pillar and two hood scoops give this concept a performance look. In the rear, sleek wraparound taillamps make a distinctive statement. The Explorer's interior also is a tribute to the street rod look and feel. With two rows of seating, the environment is simple, yet modern. It features four bucket captain's chairs separated by a front and rear center console with an abundance of storage.

The Explorer is powered by a fuel-efficient, performance tuned 4.6-liter V-8 engine. Independent rear suspension (IRS) delivers another performance enhancement on the Explorer. It absorbs bumps in the road and reduces impact harshness, resulting in improved ride quality.

The Explorer is equipped with Ford's exclusive Roll Stability Control™ technology, which adds another dimension of sensing to conventional electronic stability control systems, it features roll-rate sensing and correcting capability, offering assistance to the driver in maintaining vehicle control during extreme maneuvers. If the system detects the possibility of a rollover, within milliseconds, it automatically engages counter measures to help the driver maintain maximum control and further reduce the risk of rollover.