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2005 Chevrolet Astro Minivan

 
 
 
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Chevrolet Astro Features and Specs

Features & Specs

  • Engine 4.3 L V6-cylinder
  • Drivetrain All wheel drive
  • Transmission 4-speed automatic
  • Horse Power 190 hp @ 4400 rpm
  • Fuel Economy 12/16 mpg
  • Bluetooth No
  • Navigation No
  • Heated Seats No
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Review of the 2005 Chevrolet Astro

  • 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.

  • Safety

  • 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 for 2005

    No significant changes for the Astro this year.

 
What Others Are Saying

Customer Reviews

  Average Consumer Rating (16 total reviews)

Does well for what it

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Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Astro AWD 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.



Best van for our needs

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Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Astro AWD 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.



An "unknown" reliable minivan

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Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Astro AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)

I brought this vehicle use in Jan 2006. Surprisingly this vehicle's build quality has improved drastically. No squeaks and rattles to date compared to other friends' older astro vans. Improved braking and quiet interior. 4 wheel disc brakes setup was taken from chevy/gmc truck division. It possess impressive stopping power. Fuel mileage is not bad, getting 21mpg on the highway. Rear A/C and rear heat are awesome. Trunk space is ample for those long trips. Leg room in all rows are very good, compare to other minivans. Power is good. No problems to date.


 
 

Full 2005 Chevrolet Astro Review

What's New for 2005

No significant changes for the Astro this year.

 

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n2gypsy
n2gypsy
09-22-2013
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My 2005 Astro has a strange issue, diving the gauges appear normal. I shut the van off and the gauges go off, take the key out and after 20 seconds or so the gauges power up, reinserting the key makes...

dallas21
dallas21
05-19-2013
Chevy Silverado And Gmc Sierra 1500 Owners
My 2006 4.3 Silverado 2WD runs fine until I go up a hill, then the tach red lines. This happens if I am going over 55 or 60 mph and not in tow mode (I am not towing anything or have a load). It seems ...

cody1pup
cody1pup
04-04-2005
Chevy Vans: Problems & Solutions
i've a 92 astro...206000 miles...handing it down to one of my kids.... looking for a "new" astro and sadly discovered that 2005 is their last year. reviews say it has a "truck-like&quo...


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Gas Mileage

EPA-Rated MPG

  • 12
  • cty
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  • 16
  • highway
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