When selecting a car, you should pay attention not only to its power, the type of transmission, but also to the performance of the safety system. Annually in automobile accidents about one million people die, which allows to speak about the unreliability of many vehicles.
According to the results of the crash tests conducted by the European Committee Euro NCAP and the American Institute of Road Safety IIHS, the safest cars in the world were identified. It is these models that can provide maximum protection on the road to the driver and passengers.
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Volvo - S60, S80 and XC60
The tenth place among themselves was divided at once by three models Volvo - S60, S80 and XC60 .Volvo cars are recognized as one of the safest in the world. As a result of the crash test, all three models scored 98 points out of 100 for the safety of passengers and the driver. The car brands were awarded a five-star rating from the European organization Euro NCAP and got a Top Safety Pick "+" rating from the IIHS Road Safety Institute.
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Acura MDX
The Japanese auto brand Acura MDX occupies the ninth position in the top ten most safe cars in the world. Crossover premium class was able to get the highest ratings from the American Institute of Road Safety IIHS and became the owner of the Top Safety Pick "+" rating."Smart" model has a collision avoidance system, notifies the driver of possible frontal collisions, and also promotes dynamic entry in corners. Regarding the passive safety of passengers and the driver, Acura has a rich set of front and side airbags, and is also equipped with a safety cushion that protects the driver's knees.
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Mazda 3
The Japanese hatchback The Mazda 3 occupies the eighth line in the list of the safest cars in the world. The model passed the crash tests of the Euro NCAP European Committee and the American organization IIHS.According to the test results, the car was awarded a five-star rating and Top Safety Pick "+".Mazda received high scores on the security system, successfully withstanding both frontal and side strikes. The car is provided with a system for alerting other drivers of emergency braking. Another system Smart City Brake Support maintains the distance between other cars on the road, allowing you to avoid a collision if the driver is distracted. At small speeds, "smart control" is able to independently engage the brakes and stop the vehicle. In addition, the model is equipped with a system of "blind zones", allowing you to follow the space behind. Due to the rigidity of the windshield pillars, Mazda was not able to get high marks for pedestrian safety.
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Chevrolet Spark
The American brand Chevrolet Spark is located on the seventh line among the safest cars in the world. The car was tested by the American organization IIHS and received a rating of Top Saferty Pick with a "+" sign. During the crash test, the model demonstrated a collision with a post and a tree at a speed of 64 km / h. The safe construction of the seats during a collision showed itself well: at the time of the impact, all the passenger mannequins remained in place thanks to a secure fixation in the seat. Also, all airbags were correctly triggered. The downside of the Chevrolet Spark is the inadequate reliability of the body upon impact.
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Renault Zoe
The compact model Renault Zoe in 2013 was awarded the status of one of the safest machines in the world. In her class she scored the maximum scores: 89 out of 100 for driver and adult safety, 80% for child protection and 66 points for pedestrian safety. Nevertheless, the model showed little protection in the frontal and side collisions with the pole. In Russia, the Renault Zoe is not currently available.
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Maserati Ghibli
Premium sedan Maserati Ghibli is one of the safest cars in the world. The model was awarded high marks for both driver and passenger safety and pedestrians. A high score could be obtained not only from the European organization Euro NCAP, but also from the American expert IIHS, becoming the owner of the Top Safety Pick "+" rating.
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Jeep Cherokee
Among the safest cars in the world, the Jeep Cherokee ranks fourth. The car is equipped with a cruise control system that allows you to focus on radar and video cameras, helps maintain the desired distance on the road between other vehicles, and is also able to completely stop the vehicle if necessary. The model is also equipped with the Lane Departure Warning Plus system, warning of the intersection of road markings, which provides additional safety on the roads.
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Kia Carens
Opens the top three Korean model Kia Carens .For the safety of the driver and passengers, the car was able to score 94 points out of 100. The car received a five-star rating from the European organization Euro NCAP and was recognized as the safest car in its class. However, to protect the pedestrian in a collision, the model was able to score only 64 points. At present Kia Carens is not supplied to the Russian market.
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Lexus IS 300h
Silver goes to model Lexus IS 300h , which could take the second place of honor in the list of the safest machines. On protection of adult passengers, the car was able to score 91 points out of 100, for children's safety - 85. A good estimate of Lexus was also awarded for the safety of pedestrians in the bumper area. The model has an "active hood" that reacts to collision with sensors and automatically opens, providing additional protection for the pedestrian. The model passed the Euro NCAP test, gaining 66 points for the reliability of electronic systems, which fully meets the requirements of the European organization.
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Qoros 3 Sedan
Qoros 3 Sedan tops the rating of the safest machines in the world. According to the European expert Euro NCAP, this car scored the most points for reliability. The interior of this model is very resistant to frontal impact. Due to the super strength of the design, the collision ensures complete protection of passengers from damage. In lateral collisions, the head, thoracic and pelvic parts are protected. For child safety, the car was able to score 87 out of 100 points. When testing the attachment of the child car seat withstood both side and frontal impacts, thereby minimizing the possibility of a collision of the child with interior objects of the cabin. Qoros 3 Sedan was awarded a good score for pedestrian protection in the bumper area, gaining 77 points. High estimation in the active safety system is largely due to the American firm TRW , which deals with the supply and development of electronic systems for the Chinese-Israeli manufacturer. The cost of Qoros 3 Sedan is about 20 000 euros.