Overall crashworthiness evaluations
Small SUVs
current models | earlier models
Good
Acceptable
Marginal
Poor
Vehicles are listed in order of performance in crash tests. Frontal crash test ratings can be compared only among vehicles of similar weight; side impact crash test ratings can be compared across vehicle type and weight categories.
Roof strength will be added to TOP SAFETY PICK criteria for 2010. It is not a criterion for the TOP SAFETY PICK winners shown on this page.
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Volkswagen Tiguan 2009 models with standard but without additional optional side airbags |
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standard |
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Honda Element 2009 models with standard side airbags |
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standard |
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Subaru Forester 2009 models with standard side airbags |
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standard |
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Mitsubishi Outlander 2009 models with standard side airbags |
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standard |
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Nissan Rogue 2009 models with standard side airbags |
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standard |
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Toyota RAV4 2009 models with standard side airbags |
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standard |
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Honda CR-V 2009 models with standard side airbags |
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standard |
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Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Mercury Mariner 2009 models with standard side airbags |
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standard |
| Jeep Patriot Jeep Compass 2009 models with standard and additional optional side airbags |
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| Suzuki Grand Vitara 2009 models with standard side airbags |
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| Hyundai Tucson Kia Sportage 2009 models with standard side airbags |
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| Jeep Patriot Jeep Compass 2009 models with standard but without additional optional side airbags |
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| Jeep Wrangler 2-door 2009 models without optional side airbags |
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| Pontiac Torrent Chevrolet Equinox 2009 models |
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- This rating is assigned by the Institute based on a test conducted by the manufacturer as part of frontal crash test verification.
- Earlier model tested had optional side airbags; side airbags standard in current models.
- Rating applies only to vehicles without hybrid (gas-electric) engines. Hybrid models are rated Poor.
- Front and roof ratings apply only to Patriot.
- Earlier model tested without optional side airbags; side airbags standard in current models.
Additional information:
How tests are conducted and how the Institute
determines ratings
Frontal technical
measurements for
small SUVs
Side impact technical measurements for
small SUVs