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2002 Chevrolet Astro Road Test
Date Published: 7/31/08
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Our road test for the 2002 Chevrolet Astro includes a full evaluation of the
2002 Chevrolet Astro from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and
handling performance for the 2002 Chevrolet Astro, but also interior cabin
and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the
2002 Chevrolet Astro help you decide if a 2002 Chevrolet Astro is right for
you.
2002 Chevrolet Astro Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Passenger and cargo room | Fuel economy |
| Trailer-towing capability | Entry/exit |
| Ride | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Torquey V6 and smooth transmission provide Astro and Safari with sufficient acceleration and passing response. Truck-based body-on-frame design allows 5500-lb towing capacity, versus 3500 or less for most front-drive minivans.
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 3.8 |
Torquey V6 and smooth transmission provide Astro and Safari with sufficient acceleration and passing response. Truck-based body-on-frame design allows 5500-lb towing capacity, versus 3500 or less for most front-drive minivans.
Fuel Economy
Don't expect to average more than 15 mpg--even less with AWD. GM recommends 87-octane regular fuel.
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 3.9 |
Don't expect to average more than 15 mpg--even less with AWD. GM recommends 87-octane regular fuel.
Ride Quality
Rougher than front-drive rivals, with some pounding and pitching over large pavement irregularities, but smooth and controlled on good roads.
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 5.2 |
Rougher than front-drive rivals, with some pounding and pitching over large pavement irregularities, but smooth and controlled on good roads.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Adequate. More maneuverable and agile than full-size vans, but less carlike than front-drive minivans. Steering response is good.
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 4.3 |
Adequate. More maneuverable and agile than full-size vans, but less carlike than front-drive minivans. Steering response is good.
Quietness
More road and wind noise than sleeker car-based minivans, but not objectionable given the square-box design.
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 4.9 |
More road and wind noise than sleeker car-based minivans, but not objectionable given the square-box design.
Controls
Unobstructed gauges. Most controls smooth-working, easily accessible. Optional dual sound system allows rear passengers to listen to their own audio source on headphones. Cabin decor is utilitarian compared with modern minivans.
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 |
Unobstructed gauges. Most controls smooth-working, easily accessible. Optional dual sound system allows rear passengers to listen to their own audio source on headphones. Cabin decor is utilitarian compared with modern minivans.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Entry made difficult by a tall step-in and narrow lower doorways. Uncomfortably narrow footwells, but plenty of head room. Seats are firm and chairlike.
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 6 |
Entry made difficult by a tall step-in and narrow lower doorways. Uncomfortably narrow footwells, but plenty of head room. Seats are firm and chairlike.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Fine head and leg room, but the 2nd- and 3rd-row seats are heavier and harder to remove than those in General Motors' front-drive minivans. Lack of left-side door a demerit.
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.7 |
Fine head and leg room, but the 2nd- and 3rd-row seats are heavier and harder to remove than those in General Motors' front-drive minivans. Lack of left-side door a demerit.
Cargo Room
Tight with all seats in place. Unlike side-by-side rear doors, optional Dutch doors give unobstructed rear view and include convenience of lift-open glass and available defroster.
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 10 | 10 | 9.3 |
Tight with all seats in place. Unlike side-by-side rear doors, optional Dutch doors give unobstructed rear view and include convenience of lift-open glass and available defroster.
Value within Class
Consider Astro or Safari if you're looking for a minivan to haul cargo and handle light-duty towing. For primarily passenger use, go with one of the many front-drive alternatives.
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 5.5 |
Consider Astro or Safari if you're looking for a minivan to haul cargo and handle light-duty towing. For primarily passenger use, go with one of the many front-drive alternatives.
Total Score
| 2WD LS | AWD LS | Class Average |
| 44 | 44 | 55.6 |
Scores for all Minivans
| Low Score | 43 | |
| Average Score | 55 | |
| High Score | 71 |
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