2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

The 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited occupies a special place in Ford’s lineup: part midsize SUV, part pickup, and built with the kind of body-on-frame toughness that buyers still actively seek out today. This particular example is even more compelling, showing only 69,695 miles since new and finished in a beautiful, rare Dark Cherry exterior over a sharp black/tan leather interior. With the Sport Trac discontinued after the 2010 model year, clean, well-optioned Limited examples have become increasingly desirable—especially when equipped with the optional V8.

Power comes from the highly desirable 4.6L V8, an upgrade over the standard V6 and one of the key reasons enthusiasts seek out these trucks. Rated at 292 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque, this V8 gave the Sport Trac strong real-world capability and paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. When properly equipped, the 2008 Sport Trac offered impressive towing capability, giving it legitimate truck utility while still offering the comfort and versatility of a four-door SUV-style cabin.

The 2008 model year brought meaningful upgrades after the Sport Trac’s full redesign the year prior. Side curtain airbags became standard, along with a power rear window, fog lights, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Ford also improved the optional navigation system with voice activation, while the redesigned platform benefited from significantly increased structural rigidity compared to the first-generation model. That added rigidity, combined with fully independent suspension, gave the Sport Trac a standout ride and handling balance compared to traditional midsize crew-cab pickups.

This Limited trim brings the right presentation and comfort features. The cabin offers leather seating, front power-adjustable seats, heated front seats, AM/FM radio, a power sunroof, power rear window, and the upscale Limited equipment that separated it from the lower trim. The interior layout is practical and straightforward, with the comfort of an SUV and the usefulness expected from a truck-based Ford.

Utility is where the Sport Trac really separates itself. The composite cargo bed was designed to resist corrosion, scratches, and dents, while built-in storage compartments added clever functionality. This example also includes rear bed covers, adding even more usability and protection for the cargo area. The bed design gives the Sport Trac a level of flexibility that most SUVs simply cannot match, while still avoiding the size and bulk of a full-size pickup.

The push-button 4x4 system adds another layer of capability, allowing this Sport Trac to handle changing road conditions with confidence. Between the V8 power, 4x4 capability, Limited trim comfort, body-on-frame construction, useful pickup bed, and discontinued-model desirability, this 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited represents a very hard-to-duplicate blend of SUV comfort and truck utility. With only 69,695 miles, the rare Dark Cherry finish, leather interior, V8 power, sunroof, heated seats, AM/FM audio system, and covered bed setup, this is the kind of Sport Trac that stands out immediately to buyers who know exactly what these unique Ford trucks offer.