Applies to 2005-07 models
| Overall evaluation | M |
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| Structure and safety cage | M |
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| Driver injury measures |
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| Head/neck | A |
| Torso | P |
| Pelvis/leg | G |
| Head protection | G |
| Rear passenger injury measures |
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| Head/neck | G |
| Torso | G |
| Pelvis/leg | G |
| Head protection | G |
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The 2006 Buick Rainier is a twin of the tested vehicle.
The Chevrolet TrailBlazer was introduced in the 2002 model year, and the GMC Envoy was redesigned the same year. The Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender (5-passenger) were introduced in the 2004 model year.
Beginning with 2005 models, front and rear side head curtain airbags became available as options. The Saab 9-7X was introduced late in the 2005 model year with standard head curtain airbags. The Buick Rainier was discontinued after the 2007 model year. Beginning with the 2008 model year, side airbags were made standard on all remaining models.
Injury measures
Driver — Measures taken from the dummy indicate that rib fractures and/or internal organ injuries would be likely in a crash of this severity. Serious neck injuries would also be possible.
Passenger — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity.
Head protection
Driver — The dummy's head was protected from being hit by any hard structures, including the intruding barrier, by a side curtain airbag that deployed from the roof.
Passenger — The dummy's head was protected from being hit by any hard structures, including the intruding barrier, by a side curtain airbag that deployed from the roof.
Tested vehicle specifications
| Tested vehicle | 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer LS 4wd |
| Weight | 4,614 lbs. |
| Side airbags | optional front and rear head curtain airbags |
| Wheelbase | 113 in. |
| Length | 192 in. |
| Width | 75 in. |
| Engine | 4.2 L 6-cylinder |
| EPA ratings | 15 mpg city / 21 mpg highway |
How this test is conducted
Measures of occupant compartment intrusion on driver side
| Test ID | CES0724 |
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B-pillar to longitudinal centerline of driver's seat (cm)
Negative numbers indicate the amount by which the crush stopped short of the seat centerline. | -0.5 |
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Driver injury measures
| Test ID | CES0724 |
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| Head HIC-15 | 326 |
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| Neck |
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| Tension (kN) | 2.4 |
| Compression (kN) | 0.0 |
| Shoulder |
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| Lateral deflection (mm) | 53 |
| Lateral force (kN) | 2.4 |
| Torso |
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| Maximum deflection (mm) | 56 |
| Average deflection (mm) | 40 |
| Maximum deflection rate (m/s) | 7.46 |
| Maximum viscous criterion (m/s) | 1.68 |
| Pelvis |
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| Iliac force (kN) | 1.3 |
| Acetabulum force (kN) | 2.3 |
| Combined force (kN) | 3.4 |
| Left femur |
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| L-M
force
(kN) | 0.2 |
| L-M
moment
(Nm) | 106 |
| A-P
moment
(Nm)
| -30 |
Passenger injury measures
| Test ID | CES0724 |
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| Head HIC-15 | 146 |
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| Neck |
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| Tension (kN) | 0.2 |
| Compression (kN) | 0.3 |
| Shoulder |
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| Lateral deflection (mm) | 32 |
| Lateral force (kN) | 1.4 |
| Torso |
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| Maximum deflection (mm) | 41 |
| Average deflection (mm) | 28 |
| Maximum deflection rate (m/s) | 2.70 |
| Maximum viscous criterion (m/s) | 0.48 |
| Pelvis |
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| Iliac force (kN) | 0.1 |
| Acetabulum force (kN) | 2.4 |
| Combined force (kN) | 2.4 |
| Left femur |
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| L-M
force
(kN) | 0.7 |
| L-M
moment
(Nm) | 83 |
| A-P
moment
(Nm)
| -36 |