Second Generation (1995-2005)
| Production | 1995–2005 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4.3 L 190 hp (140 kW) V6 |
| Wheelbase | 1995–96: 111.0 in (2,819 mm) 1997–2005: 111.2 in (2,824 mm) |
| Length | 189.8 in (4,821 mm) |
| Width | 77.5 in (1,969 mm) |
| Height | 1995–96 Astro: 75.9 in (1,928 mm) 1997–98 Astro: 76.0 in (1,930 mm) 1995–96 Safari: 76.2 in (1,935 mm) 1997–98/2002–03 Safari Cargo Van & 1999–2001 Astro Cargo Van 2WD: 75.3 in (1,913 mm) 1997–2005 Safari & 2002–05 Astro: 75.0 in (1,905 mm) 1999–2001 Astro 2WD: 74.9 in (1,902 mm) 1999–2001 Astro Cargo Van AWD: 75.2 in (1,910 mm) 1999–2001 Astro AWD: 74.8 in (1,900 mm) |
In 1995, the model was face lifted with an extended nose that resembled the then-new full-size Express vans. Also for 1995, the shorter length body was dropped. In 1996, a redesigned dash received a passenger side air-bag. The vans remained mostly unchanged until canceled in 2005. The last Astro and Safari rolled off the assembly line on May 13, 2005
In 2003, GM upgraded the chassis of both the Astro and Safari with certain suspension components, larger brakes, and six-lug, 16 inch wheels from the full-size Chevrolet and GMC half-ton pickup trucks. The modifications improved the handling and braking of the vans.
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