Chevrolet Astro vs Ford Aerostar
The Ford Aerostar is more fuel-efficient at 18 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the Chevrolet Astro. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Astro | Ford Aerostar | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 579 | 204 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 67 and 17 | 22 and 20 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 113,000 miles | 140,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 20 | 16 and 22 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,850 | $3,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 579 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 204 for the Ford Aerostar. 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: 3 for the Chevrolet Astro, 5 for the Ford Aerostar.