Chevrolet Astro vs Chevrolet Lumina APV
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1996 Chevrolet Lumina APV
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2005 | 1996 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,930 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 17 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 27 gal (best) | 20 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 190 hp (best) | 180 hp |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft (best) | 205 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.3 L (best) | 3.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 170.4 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 5,700 lbs (best) | 2,000 lbs |
| Payload | 1,647 lbs (best) | 1,257 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,953 lbs | 3,366 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in | 9.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in (best) | 109.8 in |
| Length | 189.8 in | 191.5 in (best) |
| Width | 77.5 in (best) | 73.9 in |
| Height | 75 in (best) | 65.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet AstroBase | Chevrolet Lumina APVBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Astro | Chevrolet Lumina APV |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $22,930 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $24,430 MSRP | Base $0 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $25,430 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Base $26,430 MSRP | — |