2003 Chevy Astro Review
Price Estimate: $1,622 - $2,577

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Big-van capacity, 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
All 2003 Astros have larger 16-inch aluminum wheels and an improved braking system.
Edmunds says
Other than its ability to mimic a 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 near Carmichael, CA
8 listings
- 124,357 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 8 Seats, 14 City / 19 Hwy MPG
- Community Trucks and Vans (343 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Power Liftgate/Trunk
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- 5000lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Pacoima, CA
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:
16 Combined MPG (14 City/19 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GNDM19X93B149177
Stock: 149177
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-18-2025- 211,462 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 8 Seats, 14 City / 19 Hwy MPG
- Federal Way Auto Sales (602 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Power Liftgate/Trunk
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- 5000lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Federal Way, WA
Clearance sale, good working truck, call 2** 8** 8***
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:
16 Combined MPG (14 City/19 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GNDM19X13B134558
Stock: 134558
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-27-2024
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in California
$345/mo for Astro Base
Astro Base
vs
$276/mo
Avg. Large Minivan
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4.63 out of 5 starsAnonymous, 12/07/2010
2003 Chevrolet Astro AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
My wife and I purchased a used Chevy Astro after researching other vehicles. For the money, it cannot be beat. It is incredibly reliable and has ample room for our five children. We looked at a Toyota Sequoia, Honda Pilot, and car-based minivans such as the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna. We kept coming to the same conclusion that the Astro with its reliable engine and transmission, … room for 8 and low ownership cost was tough to beat. With essentially the same drivetrain since '85, Chevy worked out all the kinks. We picked ours up for $7,200 with 74,900 miles. I analyzed the cost per mile and the Astro was far cheaper than any comparable vehicle. We intend to keep the vehicle until it dies.
Nothing like a Chevy Van
5 out of 5 starschritch, 02/13/2003
2003 Chevrolet Astro AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
There's nothing like a beefy Chevy Van, makes all those wussy looking mini's look like they came from the Barbie factory. 4.3 V6 rules the road. I hope in the future they will make a dual slider on the Driver's side, and that's the only negative.
A good vehicle at a good price
4 out of 5 starsninjaxz750, 08/04/2003
2003 Chevrolet Astro AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
Anyone considering one should get it.
It will last forever (my father in-law
has a 94 with 180,000 Miles and still
going)and it hauls more than anything
in its class. It also cheaper than ANY
SUV, and bigger than most. It is NOT a
mini-van...more like a mid size van. If
you consider a Mini-Van, you may pay
less, but you will get less in size and
power.
Satisfied
4.38 out of 5 starsMike, 08/19/2010
2002 Chevrolet Astro LS AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
Purchased vehicle as a rental return. I need AWD because I sell property in the mountains and occasionally go off road. Clients are always comfortable. Currently has 180K miles, mostly reliable, minimal repairs have been needed. Gas mileage in the mountains averages 13-14 MPG. 18-20 MPG on the road.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2003 Chevrolet Astro, so we've included reviews for other years of the Astro since its last redesign.
2003 Astro Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $23,690 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $345/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
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic 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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