2005 Chevy Astro Review
Price Estimate: $1,322 - $2,101





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Big-van capacity in a small-van package, available all-wheel drive, high-towing ability.
Cons
- Engineered in the early '80s, iffy crash test scores, cramped front footwells.
What’s new
No significant changes for the Astro this year.
Edmunds says
Other than its ability to mimic an SUV in terms of towing ability and cargo space, there's not much about the Astro van that makes it a viable choice over its numerous competitors.
For sale nearby
5 listings
- 180,831 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, rental vehicle
- 6cyl automatic
- Car Care Center (236 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Third-row seating
- Power Liftgate/Trunk
- Alarm
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Located in Macomb, IL
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: Yes
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (12 City/16 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GNEL19X45B118946
Stock: S107
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 10-12-2024- 70,000 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 6cyl automatic
- President Auto Center. (670 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Third-row seating
- Power Driver Seat
- Power Liftgate/Trunk
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Located in Brooklyn, NY
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (12 City/16 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GNEL19X25B106312
Stock: 106312
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-22-2025
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.02 per gallon for regular unleaded in Indiana.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Indiana
$226/mo for Astro Base
Astro Base
vs
$202/mo
Avg. Large Minivan
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Chevrolet Astro Reviews
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4(24%)
3(5%)
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Does Well for what it was designed for
4.13 out of 5 starsAl, 06/03/2008
2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
Okay, so I have only had this van for a few months, but I have had experience with other Astros, as well as other brands for comparision. For what the Astro was designed for it does it well. It's not overly stylish, but it is very funtional. Has adequate power delivery, although not refined. Handles like a van, not a BMW. Rides like a truck, not a Buick, but it will haul people and … trailers. It will also get decent fuel mileage. Makes a great work truck and can take the abush and punish usually associated with work trucks.
Only one with a full frame
4.88 out of 5 starsoldmrjim, 10/31/2005
2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
Long term experience very good. Holds up very well. Built like a tank. Has steel reinforcement behind plastic bumpers. Only item replaced: Alternator.
Best van for our needs
5 out of 5 starsclaudia palamar, 07/22/2007
2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
This is the third Astro we have owned. Currently we tow a 26.5ft travel trailer through the midwest and have experienced no problems. One must drive responsibly and not expect to break any speed records.
2nd Astro Van
3 out of 5 starsNancy, 05/08/2008
2004 Chevrolet Astro AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
The first one I bought was a 1995, drove it 109,000 miles, the transfer case went, replaced it for $2300 then traded it for a 2004 model. It is now 2008 and I have 51,000 miles and need a new transfer case. Both vehicles had electrical problems with the 'check engine soon' light, numerous brake repairs and each needed idler arms and torsion bars. I love the van tho and today when my … mechanic told me to junk it because I needed a transfer case and a brake hub and a speed sensor, I said no. But, now, I need to find a more reliable vehicle that will carry and do all the family stuff that my van does.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2005 Chevrolet Astro, so we've included reviews for other years of the Astro since its last redesign.
2005 Astro Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $24,430 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $226/month |
Seating | 8 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 41.3 cu.ft. |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalPoor
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
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