Chevrolet Astro vs Ford E-250
The Chevrolet Astro is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 14 MPG for the Ford E-250. At EPA assumptions that is about $850 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Astro | Ford E-250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 162 | 30 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Suspension |
| Crashes and fires | 20 and 6 | 1 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 123,000 miles | 25,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 14 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 20 | 13 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,950 | $4,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 162 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 30 for the Ford E-250. 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, 3 for the Ford E-250.