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. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Astro | Ford E-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 579 | 104 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 67 and 17 | 4 and 8 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 113,000 miles | 95,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 14 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 20 | 12 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,850 | $4,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 579 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 104 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: 3 for the Chevrolet Astro, 3 for the Ford E-150.