Body style: Van
Segment: Medium MPV
Production years: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Chevrolet introduced the second generation of the Astro MPV in 1994 in both shapes as a light commercial vehicle or as a family minivan.
GM definitely knew how to make more money from the same platform and made the Chevrolet Astro/GMC Sierra siblings. Not only that both vehicles share most of the parts, but they were built on the same platform as the GMC Sierra's first generation, which was introduced in the '80s. Thanks to that, the automaker managed to offer these MPVs at an attractive price on the market.
Chevrolet tried to create a visual connection between all of its utility vehicles, and thus, the Astro received a similar front fascia as other pickups from its stable. Thus, the chromed horizontal slat that crossed the front fascia separated the headlamps placed on the upper side and the parking and blinkers on the lower side. Depending on the trim level, the Astro featured a chromed or black grille. For safety reasons, the carmaker offered the Astro with two front-hinged doors for the front passengers and a sliding door on the curbside. In addition, at the back, Chevrolet offered side-hinged doors, refrigerator-style.
Inside, the dashboard was inspired by SUVs with a curved design and a center stack tilted towards the driver. Its steering wheel and instrument cluster, though, was more appropriate for an LCV. Depending on the options, it could feature up to eight seats in three rows. The aftermarket options for decorating the interior were huge.
General Motors used Sierra's platform for some light pickup trucks, such as the Chevrolet S10 or the GMC Sonoma. Thanks to that, the Astro was offered with either a rear or all-wheel drive system, depending on the options. The engine was the same 4.3-liter paired to a standard 4-speed automatic gearbox.
ENGINE SPECS - 4.3L V6 4AT AWD (190 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 4300 cm3 |
Power: | 142 KW @ 4400 RPM 193 HP @ 4400 RPM 190 BHP @ 4400 RPM |
Torque: | 250 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 339 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/75 R 15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189.8 in (4821 mm) |
Width: | 77.5 in (1969 mm) |
Height: | 74.9 in (1902 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 65.1/65.1 in (1,654/1,654 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.2 in (2824 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.1 in (180 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 168.9 cuFT (4783 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.5 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4442 lbs (2015 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6100 lbs (2767 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 16 mpg US (14.7 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.3L V6 4AT RWD (190 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 4300 cm3 |
Power: | 142 KW @ 4400 RPM 193 HP @ 4400 RPM 190 BHP @ 4400 RPM |
Torque: | 250 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 339 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/75 R 15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 189.8 in (4821 mm) |
Width: | 77.5 in (1969 mm) |
Height: | 74.9 in (1902 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 65.1/65.1 in (1,654/1,654 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.2 in (2824 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.1 in (180 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 168.9 cuFT (4783 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.5 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4321.8 lbs (1960 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5900.6 lbs (2676 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16 mpg US (14.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 19.9 mpg US (11.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km) |