Chevrolet Astro vs Ford Aerostar
The Chevrolet Astro and the Ford Aerostar are rated the same on fuel economy: 17 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Astro | Ford Aerostar | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 563 | 83 |
| Most reported problem | Wipers, windshield & visibility | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 30 and 7 | 6 and 8 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 82,000 miles | 100,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 15 and 21 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,950 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 563 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 83 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: 4 for the Chevrolet Astro, 3 for the Ford Aerostar.