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Chevrolet Astro

Photo: Makizox / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

The official data lists 99 versions of the Chevrolet Astro (1985–2005), in the United States and Canada. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data: 1985–2005
Markets: United States, Canada
Engines: 2.5 L to 4.3 L
Fuels: Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States): 10.7 L/100 km (EPA)
Lowest consumption (Canada): 13.6 L/100 km (5-cycle)

What is the Chevrolet Astro?

The Chevrolet Astro is a passenger and cargo van with a rear-wheel-drive layout. It offered families flexible seating and gave businesses a van for carrying goods. Chevrolet described it as a midsize van with more room and capability than typical front-wheel-drive minivans, while avoiding the bulk of a full-size van.

Astro generations

The first generation ran from 1985 to 1994, followed by the second generation from 1995 to 2005. Both used the M-body and L-body designations. The second generation continued the Astro’s passenger and cargo roles, and production ended in 2005.

Engines and official fuel economy

US EPA listings show petrol engines from 2.5 to 4.3 litres. Canadian NRCan listings show a 4.3-litre petrol engine. The lowest listed fuel consumption is 10.7 L/100 km in EPA figures and 13.6 L/100 km in Canada’s NRCan 5-cycle figures. The best combined EPA rating listed is 22 MPG.

Test procedures differ by market: the US uses EPA testing, Canada uses a 5-cycle procedure, and European figures use NEDC or WLTP depending on the vehicle and year. The Astro’s listed official economy figures are from North America.

Where was the Astro sold?

US EPA fuel economy figures cover the Astro from 1985 to 2005, while Canadian NRCan figures cover 1995 to 2005. Its passenger and cargo versions made it a versatile part of Chevrolet’s North American van range.

Questions and answers

When was the Chevrolet Astro made?

The listed generations ran from 1985 to 2005: the first from 1985–1994 and the second from 1995–2005.

What engines did the Astro have?

US EPA listings span 2.5 to 4.3-litre petrol engines; Canadian NRCan listings show a 4.3-litre petrol engine.

What is the Astro’s lowest listed fuel consumption?

The lowest listed figure is 10.7 L/100 km under US EPA testing; Canada’s NRCan 5-cycle figure is 13.6 L/100 km.

Was the Astro a minivan?

It was a passenger and cargo van with a rear-wheel-drive layout. Chevrolet described it as roomier and more capable than typical front-wheel-drive minivans, while smaller than a full-size van.

Astro First generation (1985–1994)

Chevrolet Astro First generation — Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Model codes: M-body, L-body · Sold in: United States and Canada · References: en.wikipedia.org

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Astro Second generation (1995–2005)

Chevrolet Astro Second generation — Photo: Makizox / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Model codes: M-body, L-body · Sold in: United States and Canada · References: en.wikipedia.org, cars.com

United States 24 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2005CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km
2001–2005CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA	368 g/km
2003–2005CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
2005CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
2003–2005CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA	394 g/km
2004CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA	368 g/km
2003CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km
2003CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA	368 g/km
2000–2002CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km
2002CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
2001–2002CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA	368 g/km
2000CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
2000CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
2000CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA	368 g/km
1999CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA	368 g/km
1999CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
1998–1999CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
1998–1999CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
1998CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
1998CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km
1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
1995–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km
1995–1996(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km

Canada 35 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2003–2005Van: Passenger · Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	17.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	396 g/km
2005Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	334 g/km
2005Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	331 g/km
2004Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.8 L/100 km 5-cycle	340 g/km
2004Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	16.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	377 g/km
2003Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	347 g/km
2003Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	357 g/km
2003Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	361 g/km
2002Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	331 g/km
2002Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.3 L/100 km 5-cycle	352 g/km
2002Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	347 g/km
2002Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	359 g/km
2001Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	13.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	313 g/km
2001Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	350 g/km
2001Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	324 g/km
2001Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	16.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	370 g/km
2000Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	336 g/km
2000Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	350 g/km
2000Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	16.0 L/100 km 5-cycle	368 g/km
2000Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	359 g/km
1999Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	336 g/km
1996–1999Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.3 L/100 km 5-cycle	352 g/km
1999Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.3 L/100 km 5-cycle	329 g/km
1999Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	338 g/km
1998Van: Cargo · Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.0 L/100 km 5-cycle	345 g/km
1998Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	347 g/km
1997Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.0 L/100 km 5-cycle	322 g/km
1997Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	334 g/km
1997Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	336 g/km
1996Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	334 g/km
1996Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	336 g/km
1995Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	14.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	338 g/km
1995Van: Cargo	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	347 g/km
1995Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.0 L/100 km 5-cycle	345 g/km
1995Van: Passenger	4.3 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	15.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	366 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.