Chevrolet Astro vs Ford E-150
The Chevrolet Astro is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 14 MPG for the Ford E-150. 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-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 396 | 180 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 53 and 3 | 2 and 14 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 130,000 miles | 120,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 7 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 14 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 20 | 12 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,950 | $4,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 396 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 180 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: 2 for the Chevrolet Astro, 7 for the Ford E-150.