Chevrolet Astro vs Ford E-250
The Chevrolet Astro is more fuel-efficient at 16 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Ford E-250. At EPA assumptions that is about $250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Astro | Ford E-250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 336 | 30 |
| Most reported problem | Wipers, windshield & visibility | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 25 and 7 | 1 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 87,000 miles | 78,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 16 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 20 | 13 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,200 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 336 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 30 for the Ford E-250. 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, 5 for the Ford E-250.