Ford Explorer Sport Trac Speaker Size

Behind Rear Seat Speaker

Front Door Panel Speaker

Rear Door Panel Speaker

Below Rear Seat Speaker

Ford Explorer Sport Trac Speaker FAQ

Which speakers should I replace first in my Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

Start with the front door panel 6 x 8 inch speakers. These handle most of your vocals and midrange frequencies, so upgrading them gives the biggest immediate improvement. The front speakers typically see 15-50 watts RMS from your head unit. After front doors, tackle the rear door panels with matching 6 x 8 inch replacements. Leave the 8 inch subwoofer for last unless bass is your main concern.

Can I install component speakers in the Ford Explorer Sport Trac door panels?

Yes, the 6 x 8 inch door locations accept component systems. You'll need to mount the tweeter separately - usually in the door panel or A-pillar. Component speakers offer better imaging since the tweeter can be positioned at ear level. Check that your crossover can handle 4-8 ohm loads. Some installers prefer coaxials here because... well, the door acoustics aren't perfect anyway.

What power rating should I look for in 6 x 8 inch replacement speakers?

Target speakers rated for 20-75 watts RMS. The Ford Explorer Sport Trac factory head unit pushes around 15-20 watts per channel, but if you add an amplifier later you'll want headroom. Peak power ratings don't matter much - focus on RMS. Sensitivity ratings between 88-92 dB work well with factory power. Higher sensitivity means louder output with less power, which helps if you're not adding an amp immediately.

Should I replace the 8 inch subwoofer behind the rear seat?

Depends on what you want. The factory 8 inch sub handles frequencies below 80-120 Hz typically. If you're keeping the factory amp, find a replacement with similar impedance - probably 4 ohms. Aftermarket 8 inch subs can handle 75-150 watts RMS easily. The enclosure size might limit your options though. Some people just add a powered sub instead of replacing the factory unit.

Do all Ford Explorer Sport Trac models have the same speaker configuration?

Not exactly. The front and rear door panels consistently use 6 x 8 inch speakers across model years. But subwoofer placement varies - some have it below the rear seat, others behind it. The 8 inch subwoofer size stays consistent when present. Factory wiring harnesses might differ between years too, so double-check your specific setup before ordering adapters.

What's the difference between coaxial and full-range speakers for the Explorer Sport Trac?

Coaxial speakers have a separate tweeter mounted on the woofer cone - gives you highs and mids from one unit. Full-range speakers use the main cone for all frequencies, which can sound... limited in the treble. For the Ford Explorer Sport Trac's door mounting, coaxials usually sound better because you get dedicated high-frequency reproduction. The tweeter angle matters for imaging, especially in the front doors.