Chevrolet Astro vs Ford E-150
The Chevrolet Astro is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Ford E-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Astro | Ford E-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 162 | 86 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 20 and 6 | 3 and 13 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 123,000 miles | 100,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 20 | 14 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,950 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 162 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 86 for the Ford E-150. 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: 1 for the Chevrolet Astro, 4 for the Ford E-150.