Chevrolet Astro vs GMC Savana
The Chevrolet Astro is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the GMC Savana. 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 | GMC Savana | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 563 | 63 |
| Most reported problem | Wipers, windshield & visibility | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 30 and 7 | 2 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 82,000 miles | 70,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 14 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,950 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 563 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 63 for the GMC Savana. 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, 1 for the GMC Savana.