Chevrolet Astro vs Ford E-150
The Chevrolet Astro is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Ford E-150. 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-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 82 | 31 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 3 and 6 | 9 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 67,000 miles | 15,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 14 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,950 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 82 complaints for the Chevrolet Astro and 31 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: 1 for the Chevrolet Astro, 5 for the Ford E-150.