Chevrolet Astro vs Ford E-150
The Chevrolet Astro is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Ford E-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Astro | Ford E-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 563 | 122 |
| Most reported problem | Wipers, windshield & visibility | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 30 and 7 | 4 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 82,000 miles | 104,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 14 and 18 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,950 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 563 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 122 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, 6 for the Ford E-150.