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Used 2002 Chevrolet Astro Consumer Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

And it works well on snow.

Al Seeger, 01/06/2017
2001 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I really like it but I don't get good enough gas mileage, especially when compared to my 1994 Chrysler LHS. The Chevy Astro has Toyo A/T tires and they are great on snow. I can hardly believe how well I am getting around. I won't use cars until spring when the roads here are clean and dry. The Astro also starts nice in below 0 weather. Sometimes the window is stuck from ice when I go to the drive up window at the bank. Another thing about the Astro, I did not have to fix anything on it except to properly lock down the jack to prevent it rattling.

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5 out of 5 stars

Taxi Cab Astrovan

James Yambor, 03/05/2023
2001 Chevrolet Astro AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
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Got 162 K miles before any mechanical breakdowns. Just a few minor mishaps. And it doesn't burn any oil.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

A minivan that works like an SUV

cgoetz, 06/18/2002
2002 Chevrolet Astro LS AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
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We had owned a '90 Plymouth Grand Voyager, and liked its large interior, but didn't like its reliability. The Astro has at least as much room, but has been perfectly reliable so far, and has a lot more power. We enjoy camping, but never dared take our pop-up into the mountains with the Plymouth. The Astro does a nice job of taking us and our stuff wherever we want to go. The old van was good on snow, but the Astro is something else altogether - it is diffucult to make it slip even when you try. I'd recommend it to anyone who has an active family.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Much more than a mini-van - SUV killer

flyingdutchman01, 02/21/2003
2002 Chevrolet Astro LS AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
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This is my 3rd Astro, a 2002 LS model. I hope that GM comes to its senses and redesignes the ASTRO. There is no other package like it on the road - good cargo and towing ability and room for my family and still has room for more stuff behind the 3rd row!). Mid- sized SUVs scrunch a 3rd row (if you can even get it in the highest costs models) right up against the back glass. Full sized SUVs cost 10-15k more and drink more fuel with no more space. This is a great package. GM - you've redesigned the s-10 replacement. Now its time to do the same for the ASTRO!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

chevy astro

boyd6577, 01/24/2004
2002 Chevrolet Astro LS AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I have really enjoyed our astro for almost 2 years, now and would recommend it to anyone with more than 2 children. it is very comfortable, and reliable

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3 out of 5 stars

time to retire it?

roger c, 03/05/2002
2002 Chevrolet Astro LS Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
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Pros: I like the way it looks, tougher than the typical mini-van. Torquey engine feels powerful, accelerates nicely. Seats 8, not 7 like many others. Dutch door is convenient. Cons: Those wheel. The seats don't fold down and out of the way and weigh a ton if you want to remove them. Storage bins, etc., seem like stuff glued into a cargo van- feel like my kids will snap them off at any minute. Back seat hard to get into. Dual sliding doors not available.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Great Combination

Moms Green Machine, 03/07/2002
2002 Chevrolet Astro LS AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
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Vortec 4300 V6 Engine All-Wheel Drive w/Locking rear differential and 3.73 axel ratio. Test drove this van because my husband asked and I am glad he made the suggestion. This van has more leg room in the rear seats and is very easy to get in and out. Our family loves the split-folding leather bench seats. More room inside with a shorter van.I like being higher then the oncoming headlights. The power of a truck with the luxury of a mini-van. I couldn't have asked for a better combination.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Astro Review

Houstonastro, 03/22/2002
2002 Chevrolet Astro LS Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I found this vechicle to be very reliable. After 2 years of service, only the original battery has failed. For my purpose it has served me well in hauling boy scouts for campouts as well as family vacations. I selected the Astro van over other mini-vans because it is on a truck frame, the usable interior space & seating, and the superior gas milage compared to SUV's with comparable interior space.

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