The 1988 Chevy Astro is equipped with a 4.3L V6 engine that produces 165 horsepower.
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- How long does a Chevy Astro engine last?
- Did the Chevy Astro have a V8?
- Why did Chevy discontinue the Astro?
- Why was the Chevy Astro discontinued?
- What size V8 did Chevy make?
- How much horsepower does a Chevy Astro van have?
- Is Chevy Astro reliable?
- How many miles per gallon does a Chevy Astro van get?
- What is the best year for the Chevy Astro van?
- What engine is in a Chevy Astro?
How long does a Chevy Astro engine last?
These engines are extremely reliable and long lasting as long as they receive basic maintenance. I have seen many 4.3 L V6 is with well over 300,000 miles on them. Ultimately a Chevy Astro can make it that far and although still running it will start falling apart around the engine.
Did the Chevy Astro have a V8?
It originally came with a 4.3-liter V6 which was common in Chevy trucks and SUVs at the time. The current owner/seller of the van didn’t do the engine swap, but somewhere along the way, this Astro had its V6 changed out in favor of a second-generation 5.7-liter LT1 V8.
Why did Chevy discontinue the Astro?
The Astro was discontinued in 2005 because General Motors thought that they were not selling as well as they used to. The Astro was replaced by the Chevrolet Uplander, Chevrolet Traverse and the Chevrolet City Express.
Why was the Chevy Astro discontinued?
The Astro was discontinued in 2005 because General Motors thought that they were not selling as well as they used to. The Astro was replaced by the Chevrolet Uplander, Chevrolet Traverse and the Chevrolet City Express.
What size V8 did Chevy make?
Chevy V8’s have come with stock displacements of: 262, 265, 283, 302, 305, 307, 327, 350 and 400 cubic inches. Other variations exists within performance and aftermarket circles.
How much horsepower does a Chevy Astro van have?
LS All-Wheel Drive Passenger Van 2000 Chevrolet Astro Specs
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Base engine size | 4.3 liters |
| Base engine type | V-6 |
| Horsepower | 190 hp |
| Horsepower rpm | 4,400 |
Is Chevy Astro reliable?
I think the Astro was probably the best vehicle that Chevrolet/GM ever built (GMC’s version was the Safari). The fact that cab companies had this vehicle in their fleets is a testimony to their reliability.
How many miles per gallon does a Chevy Astro van get?
Based on data from 25 vehicles, 1,639 fuel-ups and 464,479 miles of driving, the 2000 Chevrolet Astro gets a combined Avg MPG of 15.10 with a 0.18 MPG margin of error. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel-ups with 120 outliers (6.82%) removed.
What is the best year for the Chevy Astro van?
However, if you are after the best version possible without tipping into the conversion vans, it is best to look for a 2003 to 2005 Chevrolet Astro. These specific years of Astro vans will give you the best chassis, safety, and interior upgrades possible.
What engine is in a Chevy Astro?
The van can have a seating configuration between two and eight passengers. Engine choices ranged from a 98 hp (73 kW; 99 PS) 2.5L four-cylinder to a 200 hp (149 kW; 203 PS) 4.3L V6, depending on options and/or model year.
