Chevrolet Astro vs Volkswagen Eurovan
The Chevrolet Astro and the Volkswagen Eurovan are rated the same on fuel economy: 17 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Astro | Volkswagen Eurovan | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 177 | 101 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 13 and 4 | 6 and 13 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 170,000 miles | 131,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 15 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,850 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 177 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 101 for the Volkswagen Eurovan. 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 Volkswagen Eurovan.