2002
Ford Explorer Sport Trac

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  • 4dr 126" WB Value Manual
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    $22,255
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,557 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • 4dr 126" WB Value Auto
    Starts at
    $23,300
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,557 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • 4dr 126" WB Choice
    Starts at
    $24,015
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,557 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • 4dr 126" WB 4WD Value Manual
    Starts at
    $25,024
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,517 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • 4dr 126" WB Premium
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    $25,720
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas/Ethanol V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,557 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • 4dr 126" WB 4WD Value Auto
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    $26,070
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,517 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • 4dr 126" WB 4WD Choice
    Starts at
    $26,785
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,517 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
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  • 4dr 126" WB 4WD Premium
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    $28,490
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas/Ethanol V6
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    Four Wheel Drive
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    1,517 lbs
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3 years / 36,000 miles
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5 years
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3 years / 36,000 miles
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3 years / 36,000 miles

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Consumer reviews

86% of drivers recommend this car
4.4 / 5
Based on 36 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.1
Performance 4.3
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.4

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  • By Riley Hewson from Pennsylvania
    Owns this car
    August 8, 2022

    Probably Most Reliable Ford Ever, Best First Car!

    Now I am going to start this out by saying I am not a Ford guy. My family always used Honda because of there unmatched reliability, so I had grown fond of Honda. But I got my first sport trac when I was 16, and anybody who was a teenager and had a vehicle would know you would have some fun with it. When I tell you I stress tested the Sport Trac, I really did. Everything from offroading, had pulled upto 3,000 lbs worth of scrap metal a few times(dont do that tho, was very dangerous, bent bumper ball), and general use and abuse of the vehicle. And at no point did I ever have a real complaint. Its engine had never given me a single issue, and I got it already with about 178k miles. Biggest issue with it was rust, but the engine is a BEAST. Its poor gas mileage makes up for the fact that its engine, in my opinion, is one of THEE best Ford had made in awhile. It was designed in like the 60s and it showed. The truck overall is really comfortable to drive in. Its GREAT in bad weather if you have 4WD or weight in the bed, legit have pulled out Jeeps and other supposed "Off-Roading" Vehicles when mud or snow hindered them, it is honestly a vehicle I'd feel safe driving through a Hurricane with. Its reliability is truly unmatched. I have heard other say its ok, and it may just be a flip of a coin or that half were made in one factory and the other in another factory, but I am on my second Sport Trac, only because my previous one had too much rust to pass. The only reason I hold its reliability to such high regard is because I beat the snot out of my little sport trac and it always got back up without an issue. From scrapping metal with it to just being a teenager and taking it offroading where it certainly shouldnt be able to go. I could go on about how much I love this truck, I may be biased due to it being my first car, but I wouldn't hold it in such high regard if it didnt get me through every snowstorm, mud ditch, big stream, and hot summer day hauling metal, all without any issue or hesitation. I couldn't recommend any other first car than the sport trac. Because it will keep you or your kid safe, both when they are using it normally, as well as when they be teenagers with it. My only issue with it was the fact it had a bumper ball, and that its bed was a bit short for hauling metal. But it makes you a master packer with ratchet straps. 10/10, would recommend it, especially as a first car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Randy from Cleveland, Ohio
    Owns this car
    April 10, 2022

    315k miles and still on it!!!

    I bought my 2002 Sport Trac in 2014. It already had 150K miles in it. Now, 8 years later it has 315K and it runs like a champ. It got a bone yard tranny in 2017. Other than that, just maintenance stuff (oil, tires, brakes, alternator, water pump, tie rod ends).
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jrob. from Salem Indiana
    Owns this car
    January 24, 2019

    Very versatile!

    This vehicle which I bought new in 02 now has 184000 miles. It's been a great vehicle, VERY reliable and has never let me down. 4WD is excellent and will absolutely surprise you in deep snow, it's a little tank!. As I mentioned reliability has been excellent, interior comfortable and has held up very well. I highly recommend this vehicle if shopping for a trustworthy midsize with a small bed but don't need a full size.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Cole
    Owns this car
    January 24, 2019

    Decent

    Decent truck, good MPGs, love driving it. Problems do like but 234k and going strong still. Can't add or check transmission fluid from the engine bay tho.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Zwoman from Sellersville
    Used to own this car
    August 3, 2018

    I Miss My Sport Trac

    I owned a Sport Trac for 14 years. We ran 253K miles before the transmission finally gave out. But the engine was still strong and I had only started putting money into it, more than routine maintenance, in the last year or so. It was a great truck and I have no clue why Ford stopped making them. All I know, is when the right one comes along, it's mine! I really miss her.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By mrcat24517 from virginia
    Used to own this car
    July 18, 2018

    very reliable

    i loved my sport trac. it never gave me any trouble. it was very dependable and people thought it was very sharp. I miss it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Mistik from Newark, Delaware
    Owns this car
    March 21, 2018

    The most fun to drive truck I owned.

    It really is fun to drive on the beach and perfect in the snow. Carrying stuff here to there always gets the job done. Other than oil change and regular maintenance she needs just a gasoline.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By MrP
    Used to own this car
    January 28, 2018

    Long Time Friend

    Had this for 16 yrs.and 258k miles. It did everything I needed done and only normal maintenance. Hauled, commuted, and towed with it. Added a bed mounted bike rack and it made family bike excursions easy.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By redrobin7765 from Spring,Texas
    Used to own this car
    December 22, 2017

    2002 Sport Trac. Best truck we ever had!

    Dec.21,2017. We bought it brand new in 2002 and it lasted us 15 great years. We gave it to our daughter about 6 months ago until some guy ran a red light in Nov. and totaled it. We were sick! Hubby always took great car of it and believe me one tiny sound and he would know exactly what it was. When you have a car that long you know it Iike the back of your hand! Only really big expense was a transmission a year ago in 2016. It would still be rolling if not for that wreck. Again can't say enough good things about it!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By W J W from Hixson, TN
    Owns this car
    December 7, 2017

    Engine Replaced at 160K miles -$5,800

    This is a great Sports Utility Truck. We took it on trips and left the Lexus in the garage. It pulled a light camper and small boat. Very useful as far as scope of use. Purchased vehicle with 123K miles and engine went out at 160K. Not sure how hard truck was run the first 123K miles. But I liked it enough to buy a Ford rebuild engine at an investment of $5,800.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Marlinj84 from Daytona Beach
    Used to own this car
    August 28, 2017

    Best Vehicle I ever owner

    I bought my Ford Explorer Sport Trac new in 2002 in Minnesota. I owned it for 14 years and 220,000 miles. I am 60 years old, and it is by far the best vehicle I ever owned. Very reliable. Mostly only general maintenance in 14 years. Comfortable ride, roomy, comfortable and convenient interior. Even the tonneau bed cover still looked new after 10 years. After 10 years the step bars had to be removed due to rust, however I lived in Minnesota, so I'm sure the winter road salt was to blame.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Sporttracgirl from Cumberland, MD
    Owns this car
    August 23, 2017

    Love this truck, I have put almost 100,000 miles!

    Favorite vehicle I have owned. Runs great, only ever really had to do regular maintenance and the occasional fix due to age. It is 15 years old and gets me where I need to go everyday!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

The 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Choice (2 styles)
  • Premium (2 styles)
  • Value (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

The 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac offers up to 17 MPG in city driving and 21 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac reliable?

The 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac owners.

Is the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. 86.1% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 36 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.4
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