Safest Cars to Drive
With so many different car models on the market, it can be hard to find the safest used vehicle for your family. Looking at government crash test ratings can help you narrow your choices.
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Crash Tests
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration conducts government crash tests in the United States. A "5-Star" safety rating means that a car is four times less likely to cause serious injury to its occupants during a crash than a vehicle that receives only one star. The rating system was developed by crashing test vehicles head-on at 35 mph, and from the side at 38.5 mph. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit organization, performs separate vehicle crash tests. The following cars excelled in the government tests by the NHTSA.
2007 Acura RL
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The 2007 Acura RL is an all-wheel-drive car with a 290 horsepower V6 engine. Keyless entry and other security features were standard when it was sold new. It also has luxury seating and many high-tech gadgets. The Acura RL received five stars in each of the government's crash tests.
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2007 Mercury Grand Marquis
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The 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is a full-size, rear-wheel-drive vehicle with a 224 horsepower V8 engine. It received five stars in each of its crash tests except for one. The side airbag on the driver's side received a 4-Star rating for injury prevention.
2007 Lincoln Towncar
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The 2007 Lincoln Towncar is a luxury rear-wheel-drive car with a 239 horsepower V8 engine. It was sold new with many options and standard leather seats. The Towncar received a 5-Star rating in all of its tests by the NHTSA.
2007 Volvo S80
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The 2007 Volvo S80 is a front-wheel-drive luxury car with a 235 horsepower V6 engine. The Volvo S80 received five stars in its tests.
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