2003 Chevrolet Astro Passenger

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4.8
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Ryan R.
2003 Chevrolet Astro Passenger
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
11/06/2026

GREAT van

If you're up north, I highly recommend the AWD model. I, tragically, do not have that, which makes things difficult sometimes. But some sand bags in the back should really help. Beautiful and amazingly functional, but if the engine light comes on and it starts getting sluggish uphill, do service it as soon as you can. There are a few things that could cause this, I forget what all of them are, but basically it means your fifth cylinder is misfiring. Not sure if it's the same when a different cylinder misfires. But overall, that is the ONLY major problem this van has given us. You've likely heard about the power door locks, window motors (If equipped), and door handles going out. Unfortunately, this IS true, but the door handles are fairly easy to fix, at least. The seats are easy to remove until a good few years of use, then the plastic pieces on the back hinges break and it gets to be greatly unpleasant and becomes a two-person job. Still doable, though. Overall, great van. I can always trust that it will start in the morning and won't leave me stranded. It always pulls through, but speed is... well, if you wanted speed, you wouldn't be considering purchasing a van with the aerodynamics of a brick. Good horsepower when maintained, though. We've had some electrical issues here and there, but I can't really factor that into this review due to the fact that we bought the van used in 2020 and the "KARR" security system was installed... rather poorly. Bear in mind when I review things like comfort that I have the base model.
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Ryan R.
2003 Chevrolet Astro Passenger
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
11/06/2026

GREAT van

If you're up north, I highly recommend the AWD model. I, tragically, do not have that, which makes things difficult sometimes. But some sand bags in the back should really help. Beautiful and amazingly functional, but if the engine light comes on and it starts getting sluggish uphill, do service it as soon as you can. There are a few things that could cause this, I forget what all of them are, but basically it means your fifth cylinder is misfiring. Not sure if it's the same when a different cylinder misfires. But overall, that is the ONLY major problem this van has given us. You've likely heard about the power door locks, window motors (If equipped), and door handles going out. Unfortunately, this IS true, but the door handles are fairly easy to fix, at least. The seats are easy to remove until a good few years of use, then the plastic pieces on the back hinges break and it gets to be greatly unpleasant and becomes a two-person job. Still doable, though. Overall, great van. I can always trust that it will start in the morning and won't leave me stranded. It always pulls through, but speed is... well, if you wanted speed, you wouldn't be considering purchasing a van with the aerodynamics of a brick. Good horsepower when maintained, though. We've had some electrical issues here and there, but I can't really factor that into this review due to the fact that we bought the van used in 2020 and the "KARR" security system was installed... rather poorly. Bear in mind when I review things like comfort that I have the base model.
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Charlotte P.
2003 Chevrolet Astro Passenger
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
11/06/2019
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Love Love LOve my Astro

This is my second astro and it is a 2003 with 146K on her. She is still running like a top and is the perfect size for me. I feel safe and secure in my little van. My only worry is Chevy doesn't make this special little van any longer and what will I do when it comes time to find something. Although I am 73 may be this will be my last vehicle! Chevy please bring back the Astro van!!!!!
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JIM N.
2003 Chevrolet Astro Passenger
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
09/14/2018
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Dependable and practical

I've had my 2003 Chevy Astro Van since 2007 and I still love it! I need to get it painted, but otherwise it's in great shape. With regular maintenance and good basic care, this van has carried me around safely and dependably. It may not be worth a lot of money at this time, but I decided to keep it instead of trading it off. Got a new "used" GMC full sized luxury van. We named it the "land yacht". Whoever had it before us said "load it up". I love having a big van and the gas is surprisingly affordable.
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STEPHEN S.
2003 Chevrolet Astro Passenger
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/25/2017
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Astro van

Love this little van and don't know why Chevy discontinued it. Good mileage with enough power and easy to drive.
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ZIGGY B.
2003 Chevrolet Astro Passenger
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/22/2017
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Construction perfect

Wish they still made this vehicle. Would buy a newer one. Hard to find a good one.
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