(iSeeCars) – Listed below are the Safest Cars in 16 vehicle categories, as ranked by iSeeCars’ safety score. The safety score combines the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) ratings with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) rating, and then averages these ratings over the last five model years. The cars with the highest safety ratings represent models that provide the best occupant protection.
In instances where two or more vehicles have the same safety rating the vehicles are ranked by their iSeeCars Quality score, which represents the combination of a vehicle’s reliability, resale value and safety rating. You can see how cars are ranked by their quality score across these same 16 vehicle categories on our Best Cars pages.
Vehicle safety has improved substantially in recent years, aided by advanced technology that can help drivers slow down before a collision, maintain their position in a lane, and warn of vehicles in a blind spot. If you’re looking to narrow your car-buying choices by focusing on the safest vehicles, these ranked lists identify the top picks in every vehicle category, from the smallest compact cars to the largest luxury SUVs.
Safest Cars
Safest Small Cars
Honda Civic (Coupe) – 10 / 10
Honda Fit – 10 / 10
Toyota Yaris – 10 / 10
Safest Luxury Small Cars
Lexus IS 350 – 10 / 10
Lexus IS 300 – 10 / 10
BMW 3 Series – 10 / 10
Safest Midsize Cars
Honda Accord – 10 / 10
Mazda Mazda6 – 10 / 10
Ford Fusion – 10 / 10
Safest Luxury Midsize Cars
Lexus ES 250 – 10 / 10
Lincoln MKZ – 10 / 10
Mercedes-Benz E-Class – 10 / 10
Safest Large Cars
Toyota Avalon – 10 / 10
Dodge Charger – 10 / 10
Nissan Maxima – 10 / 10
Safest Luxury Large Cars
Buick LaCrosse – 10 / 10
Acura RLX – 10 / 10
Lincoln Continental – 10 / 10
Safest SUVs
Safest Subcompact SUVs
Mazda CX-3 – 10 / 10
Honda HR-V – 10 / 10
Hyundai Kona – 10 / 10
Safest Luxury Subcompact SUVs
Buick Encore – 10 / 10
Audi Q3 – 10 / 10
Lexus UX 200 – 10 / 10
Safest Small SUVs
Ford Escape – 10 / 10
GMC Terrain – 10 / 10
Chevrolet Equinox – 10 / 10
Safest Luxury Small SUVs
BMW X3 – 10 / 10
INFINITI QX50 – 10 / 10
Buick Envision – 10 / 10
Safest Midsize SUVs
Honda Passport – 10 / 10
Chevrolet Blazer – 10 / 10
Hyundai Santa Fe – 10 / 10
Safest Luxury Midsize SUVs
Acura MDX – 10 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLE – 10 / 10
Genesis GV80 – 10 / 10
Safest Large SUVs
Ford Expedition – 10 / 10
Ford Expedition MAX – 10 / 10
Chevrolet Tahoe – 8.0 / 10
Safest Luxury Large SUVs
Lincoln Navigator – 10 / 10
Lincoln Navigator L – 10 / 10
Lincoln Aviator – 10 / 10
Safest Trucks
Safest Small Trucks
Ford Maverick – 10 / 10
Hyundai Santa Cruz – 10 / 10
GMC Canyon – 10 / 10
Safest Midsize Trucks
Honda Ridgeline – 10 / 10
Ford Ranger – 10 / 10
Chevrolet Colorado – 10 / 10
Safest Full-Size Trucks
Toyota Tundra – 9.5 / 10
Ram 1500 – 9.5 / 10
Nissan Titan – 9.5 / 10
Safest Hybrid Cars
Toyota Prius (hatchback) – 10 / 10
Toyota Camry Hybrid – 10 / 10
Ford Fusion (hybrid) – 10 / 10
Safest Hybrid SUVs
Toyota Highlander Hybrid – 10 / 10
Jeep Grand Cherokee (Plug-in Hybrid) – 10 / 10
Ford Escape Hybrid – 10 / 10
Safest Hybrid Trucks
Toyota Tundra (hybrid) – 10 / 10
Ford F-150 (hybrid) – 10 / 10
Ford Maverick (hybrid) – 8.0 / 10
Safest Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)
Toyota Prius (hatchback) – 10 / 10
Ford Fusion Energi – 10 / 10
Toyota Prius Prime – 10 / 10
Safest Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)
Jeep Grand Cherokee (Plug-in Hybrid) – 10 / 10
Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid – 10 / 10
Toyota RAV4 Prime – 9.0 / 10
Safest Electric Cars
Tesla Model 3 – 10 / 10
Chevrolet Bolt EV – 10 / 10
Nissan LEAF – 10 / 10
Safest Electric SUVs
Tesla Model X – 10 / 10
Toyota bZ4X – 10 / 10
Mazda MX-30 EV – 10 / 10
Safest Electric Trucks
Ford F-150 Lightning – 10 / 10
Rivian R1T – 8.0 / 10
GMC HUMMER EV (pickup)
Safest Luxury Electric Cars
Tesla Model 3 – 10 / 10
Polestar 2 – 10 / 10
Genesis Electrified G80 – 10 / 10
Safest Luxury Electric SUVs
Tesla Model X – 10 / 10
Tesla Model Y – 10 / 10
Genesis GV60 – 10 / 10
This comprehensive list showcases the safest options across all car categories, ensuring you can find a vehicle that matches your needs and preferences. Whether you’re looking for the reliability of a Honda Accord, the luxury of a Lexus ES, or the innovation of a Tesla Model X, there’s a top-rated vehicle for everyone. From sedans and SUVs to hybrids and electric models, these vehicles offer exceptional safety features and performance. Explore these highly-rated options to find the perfect car that combines safety, style, and technology for your next drive.
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This article, Safest Car Rankings for 2024, originally appeared on iSeeCars.com.