Consumers today are presented with a myriad of sedan options that promise not only comfort and performance but also peace of mind on the road. In this comprehensive review, we delve into the top 10 safest sedans ever made, examining the specific trim levels that set industry standards. From cutting-edge collision warning systems to intelligent braking mechanisms, these sedans epitomize the pinnacle of automotive safety.
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Volvo S90
Renowned for its emphasis on safety, the Volvo S90 boasts standard features like City Safety (which includes pedestrian, cyclist, and large animal detection), Pilot Assist, lane keeping aid, and run-off road mitigation. Priced starting around $51,000, Volvo’s vision has always been clear – they aspire for no one to be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The E-Class, priced starting at around $54,000, is laden with cutting-edge safety features such as active brake assist, car-to-X communication, PRE-SAFE® Sound (which prepares the human ear for loud noises during an accident), and active lane change assist. It’s worth noting that Mercedes was the inventor of the crumple zone, consistently setting high benchmarks in automotive safety.
Tesla Model S
Recognized for its pioneering electric technology, the Model S, starting at $79,990, comes with advanced safety features including autopilot capabilities. Its unique design places the battery at the bottom, offering a lower center of gravity and thereby reducing rollover risk. This sedan has some of the highest safety ratings in NHTSA’s tests.
Audi A6
With a starting price of around $54,900, the Audi A6 is outfitted with safety features like Audi pre sense® front, Audi side assist with Audi pre sense® rear, and a top view camera system with virtual 360° view. One of its standout features is the Matrix-design LED headlights which dramatically improve nighttime visibility.
Lexus ES
Falling under Toyota’s luxury umbrella, the Lexus ES is priced starting around $40,000 and includes the Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 as standard. This suite includes lane tracing assist, road sign assist, and a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection.
BMW 5 Series
Setting trends in both driving dynamics and safety, the 5 Series, starting at $54,200, offers Active Guard with frontal collision warning, automatic city collision mitigation, and lane departure warning.
Genesis G80
As Hyundai’s luxury segment, the Genesis G80, priced starting at $47,700, skillfully blends luxury with top-of-the-line safety, featuring 10 airbags, forward collision-avoidance assist with pedestrian detection, and a driver attention warning system.
Acura RLX
Positioned as a blend of performance and safety, the RLX, with a base price of $54,900, showcases the AcuraWatch™ suite of safety tech, encompassing road departure mitigation and a collision mitigation braking system.
Infiniti Q50
Infiniti’s Q50, with a starting price of $36,600, combines luxury with cutting-edge technology, offering Predictive Forward Collision Warning and Direct Adaptive Steering.
Toyota Camry
Known for its enduring reliability, the Camry starts at approximately $24,970 and is equipped with Toyota Safety Sense™ P as standard, which includes a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection and lane departure alert with steering assist.
This article originally appeared on MyCarMakesNoise.
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