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) | 345 | 81 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 22 and 1 | 11 and 9 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 96,000 miles | 120,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 3 |
| 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 345 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 81 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: 4 for the Chevrolet Astro, 3 for the Ford E-150.