Most midsize SUVs perform well in new side test

Most midsize SUVs perform well in new side test

Posted on 1/8/2023 by Bernie V - Leave a Comment

In a May 2022 press release, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced the results of of it safety test on 18 midsize SUVs.

More than half the midsize SUVs tested earn good ratings in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s new side-impact evaluation.

Ten out of 18 midsize SUVs : the Ford Explorer, Infiniti QX60, Lincoln Aviator, Mazda CX-9, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, Toyota Highlander, Volkswagen Atlas, Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport and Volkswagen ID.4, the only electric vehicle in the group.

Two more, the Buick Enclave and Chevrolet Traverse, earn acceptable ratings. Six others are rated marginal: the Honda Passport, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade, Jeep Wrangler 4-door, Kia Telluride and Nissan Murano.

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