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. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Astro | Ford E-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 177 | 95 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 13 and 4 | 10 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 170,000 miles | 143,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 13 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,850 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 177 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 95 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.