The 2006 Chevrolet Astro Van, the latest model year on record, is 189.8″ long, 77.6″ wide and 75.2″ tall on a 111.4″ wheelbase, and weighs 4,464 lb. At 15.8 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.2 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Chevrolet Astro Van generation, measured
The biggest change came in 1995: the new car was 7.9″ longer and 233 lb heavier than the 1994 one. The current car, sold since 2002, is 163 lb heavier than the 1995–2001 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 181.9″ | 77.6″ | 76.4″ | 111″ | 4,079 lb |
| 1995–2001 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 76.4″ | 111″ | 4,312 lb |
| 2002–2006 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 76″ | 111.4″ | 4,475 lb |
Astro Van year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 2005 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 2004 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 2003 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 2002 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 2001 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111″ | 2 | |
| 2000 | 190.2″ | 77.6″ | 111″ | 2 | |
| 1999 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 1998 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 1997 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111″ | 2 | |
| 1996 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111.4″ | 2 | |
| 1995 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 111″ | 2 | |
| 1994 | 181.9″ | 77.6″ | 111″ | 4 |
Astro Van on the used market
In 223 Astro Van listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2002–2006 car is the most common: 113 of them (51%), at an average asking price of $6,243. ForCar visitors have decoded 20 Astro Van VINs; the most checked model years are 2003, 1999 and 2005.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2006 | 113 | 51% | $6,243 | 144,325 mi |
| 1995–2001 | 98 | 44% | $4,168 | 162,526 mi |
| Other years | 9 | 4% | $4,611 | 138,934 mi |
Will a Astro Van fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.8 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.8 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.5 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 1,047 cars within 10″ of its length, the Astro Van is heavier than 83% and wider than 87%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,047 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 77.6″ | 73.2″ | +4.4″ |
| Wheelbase | 111.4″ | 110.2″ | +1.2″ |
| Curb weight | 4,464 lb | 3,865 lb | +599 lb |
Astro Van against its rivals
Next to the Dodge Caravan and GMC Safari, the Astro Van is the heaviest of the three.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Astro Van (this car) | 2006 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 4,464 lb |
| Dodge Caravan | 2007 | 189″ | 78.7″ | 3,922 lb |
| GMC Safari | 2006 | 189.8″ | 77.6″ | 4,273 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2006 Astro Van bigger than the 2005?
No. The 2006 and 2005 Astro Van are the same size and weight.
Which Astro Van years share the same body?
By our measurements the body changed in 1995 and 2002. Model years inside each range, such as 2002–2006, share the same dimensions; the boundaries are estimated from changes in size.
Which is bigger, the Astro Van or the Dodge Caravan?
The 2007 Dodge Caravan is 0.8″ shorter and 542 lb lighter than the 2006 Astro Van.
How much does a used Astro Van cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $4,168 for the 1995–2001 car to $6,243 for the 2002–2006 one, across 223 listings.
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