Chevrolet Astro vs Ford Aerostar
The Chevrolet Astro is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 18 MPG for the Ford Aerostar. At EPA assumptions that is about $350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Astro | Ford Aerostar | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 93 | 254 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 8 and 6 | 32 and 65 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 182,000 miles | 60,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 24 | 15 and 21 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $3,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 93 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 254 for the Ford Aerostar. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Chevrolet Astro, 6 for the Ford Aerostar.