Ford Aerostar vs Volkswagen Eurovan
The Ford Aerostar is more fuel-efficient at 19 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the Volkswagen Eurovan. At EPA assumptions that is about $400 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Aerostar | Volkswagen Eurovan | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 541 | 101 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 45 and 49 | 6 and 13 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 149,000 miles | 131,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 23 | 15 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 541 complaints for the Ford Aerostar and 101 for the Volkswagen Eurovan. 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: 2 for the Ford Aerostar, 3 for the Volkswagen Eurovan.