Used 2005 Chevrolet Astro Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2005 Astro, so we've included reviews for other years of the Astro since its last redesign.
Minivan it is not...
Todd H, 01/08/2004
2004 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I would have to disagree with Edmunds on the "dated" Astro/Safari vans. Are they the newest design? No. Do they still sell units? Yes. This van is not a mini van. Find me a competing Japanese unit that can tow 5400 lbs! This is a towing vehicle that can also seat 6 in style, and 8 with comfort. And you can park it in a mall parking space with a minimum difficulty. It doesn't handle like a minivan because it isn't. Its a 1/2 ton pickup with a big cabin for people. It really is in a category by itself. When mine reaches 200K miles, I'll go buy another one.
2005 Astro AWD LS
Gin, 11/19/2006
2005 Chevrolet Astro AWD 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Been pretty reliable so far. The brakes on this vehicle are awesome ( design was borrowed from their truck line 4 wheel discs) I'm 6'3 with long legs and this is the only vehicle that I can actually sit in without hitting my knees. This also includes the 3rd row seats. I've tried a lot of vehicles. Rear heat and A/C is effective. With a 8 seats filled, cargo room is still ample for that trip to L.A. I don't have have the towing gears, so I get with AWD 15 city and 21 highway. Power is as strong as any other minivan out there. Ride is a bit stiff. AWD helps with handling corners and different road terrain. GM has improved interior sound levels and rattles compared to prior years.
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Astro Van
b veitch, 03/22/2005
2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I own and show dogs. The Astro van is perfect size for transporting dogs and crates. Crates are easily stacked for the smaller breeds. I have had no problems with this van.
Strong Player in a small package
Tom W., 02/08/2005
2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I was pleasantly pleased with the towing ability, with a 21' Sports Boat. The 4.3 liter engine seems bullet-proof. I would bet it would take an additional $ 15,000.00 worth of vehicle to do what the Astro does. The style seems current, sure the design is dated. The engineering is still proven, basic, simple and reliable. Fuel economy is better than expected. Just a strong little work horse.
Best Of Breed
SunupGSD, 01/15/2005
2005 Chevrolet Astro Rwd 3dr Minivan (4.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Will never own another minivan. We show our German Shepherds in AKC events. All our "stuff" fits with room to spare. Other minivans are too small. Ride is strong not mushy, interior comfort is great. This is our 3rd Astro. Our 1st is still on the road with over 200K miles. The 2nd is still running with only 150K miles.