2002 Chevrolet Astro RWD
All photo credits
- Photo: 2000 Chevrolet Astro Base Passenger Van in Medium Cadet Blue Metallic, front left, 2026-06-19 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1997 Chevrolet Astro 1 by Calreyn88, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1995 Chevrolet Astro Starcraft 4.3 by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2000 Chevrolet Astro Van in Medium Dark Teal, Rear Left, 07-15-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Chevrolet Astro LS, rear left, 06-07-2024 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2002 Chevrolet Astro RWD is a 190-hp 4.3-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $21,952 MSRP.
It makes 190 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 250 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway.
The Astro measures 189.8 inches long on a 111.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,915 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Minivan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $21,952 ($39,658 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.3L V6 |
| Displacement | 4.3 L |
| Horsepower | 190 hp @ 4,400 rpm |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic (4L60E) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 20 MPG |
| Tank Capacity | 27 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15.0 in |
| Tires Front | P215/75R15 |
| Tires Rear | P215/75R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 189.8 in |
| Width | 77.5 in |
| Height | 75 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,915 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2002 Chevrolet Astro RWD with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet ASTRO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 19, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
NHTSA campaign 06E043000
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
Mar 14, 2005 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH MAY DEVELOP AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION IN THE STOP LAMP OR HAZARD LAMP CIRCUIT THAT RESULTS IN THE STOP LAMPS AND HAZARD LAMPS BEING INOPERATIVE.
Consequence: THE LOSS OF STOP LAMPS AND REAR HAZARD LAMPS COULD FAIL TO WARN A FOLLOWING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS BRAKING AND/OR IS STOPPED AND COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH AND APPLY SPECIAL GREASE TO THE CONTACTS AT THE TIME OF INSTALLATION OF THE MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE REPAIR WOULD BE USED IN VEHICLES IN WHICH THE HAZARD SLIDER BUTTON IS STILL MOVABLE. IF A VEHICLE HAS A HAZARD SLIDER BUTTON THAT IS NOT MOVABLE (FROZEN), THE ENTIRE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH WILL BE REPLACED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 13, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
NHTSA campaign 05V099000
82 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet ASTRO
Owner Complaints
82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Chevrolet ASTRO (9 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 26 |
| Hydraulic | 22 |
| Electrical System | 17 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 CHEVROLET ASTRO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.