DEARBORN, December 8, 1999 - The 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is designed to build on the leadership position the Explorer has enjoyed since its debut nearly a decade ago. And with Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices ranging from $23,050 (for the 4x2 model) to $25,820 (for the 4x4 model) for the Explorer Sport Trac, this new sport utility pickup is sure to keep the love affair with the Ford Explorer going strong in the new millennium.

The Explorer Sport Trac combines the benefits of the four-door Explorer with the added utility of a 4-foot long cargo area made of durable sheet molding composite - a first in the segment - for "one-vehicle-does-it-all" versatility. The cargo area features, which include an optional device that extends the length of the cargo area and an optional lockable hard tonneau cover, allow it to be converted easily to accommodate a wide variety of cargo. In dealer showrooms in early 2000, the Explorer Sport Trac will be the first vehicle of its kind offered for retail sale.