Honda Accord Performs Best in Crash Test Among Midsize Cars, According to IIHS
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the Highway Loss Data Institute recently conducted an updated crash test and found that the Honda Accord outperformed six other midsized cars. In a moderate overlap front crash test, with a specific focus on rear-seat protection, the nonprofit organization tested seven vehicles.
Among the tested cars, the Honda Accord received the highest rating by receiving a “good” rating. The Subaru Outback was rated as “acceptable,” while the Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry were rated as “marginal.” The Hyundai Sonata, Kia K5, and Volkswagen Jetta received the lowest rating as “poor.”
While all seven cars had good front seat protection, the IIHS test indicated a slightly higher risk of injuries to the right leg or foot of the driver in the Honda Accord.
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Furthermore, according to IIHS President David Harkey, the back seat remains the safest place for children. The recent crash test results showed that in most midsize cars tested, the rear dummy slid forward beneath the lap belt, increasing the risk of internal injuries. The three vehicles rated as poor also indicated potential injuries to the head, neck, and chest based on rear dummy measurements.
The crash test was initiated last year following research that revealed higher risks of injury for individuals wearing seatbelts in the back seat of newer vehicles compared to those sitting in the front. The test incorporated a rear dummy the size of a small woman or a 12-year-old child seated behind an adult-sized dummy representing the driver.
Interestingly, the research indicates that while the front seats have become even safer due to improved airbags and seatbelts, the back seat has not become less safe. It is still considered the safest place for children, as they can be injured by an inflating front airbag.
The IIHS continues to prioritize safety testing and ratings for various vehicles in order to provide valuable information to consumers and ensure enhanced safety standards across the automotive industry.