In 2009, 4x4 vehicles dominated the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's list of the safest cars available on the U.S. market. More specifically, it was the Audi Q7 that was rated above all others as the safest vehicle in the United States. Other cars on the list include the Mercedes-Benz M class, Volvo XC90, Saturn Vue, and the Mitsubishi Outlander.
Audi Q7
The 2009 Audi Q7 earned the National Highway Traffic Safety Association's highest honor with a five-star crash test rating and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's highest rating in front, side and rear impact tests. It comes standard with both driver and passenger whiplash protection, front and side air bags, and impact absorbing padding for feet to prevent leg injury in the case of an accident. The Q7 offers a combined EPA fuel economy of 16 miles per gallon and has a starting MSRP of $43,500.
Mercedes-Benz M Class
The Mercedes-Benz M class comes standard with dual front and side mounted airbags, front and rear head airbags, and both driver and passenger head restraints to prevent head and neck injury in the case of an accident. The Benz M class offers an EPA combined 17 miles per gallon for fuel economy and has a listed starting price of $45,750.
Volvo XC90
The Volvo XC90 is equipped with front, rear, and third row air bags to protect every individual in the car in case of an accident. In addition, the XC90 comes standard with driver and front passenger head restraints to reduce head and neck injury. The XC90 offers an EPA combined fuel economy of 16 miles per gallon and has a base MSRP of approximately $37,000.
Saturn Vue
The Saturn Vue comes standard with driver and passenger head restraints to prevent whiplash, dual front seat mounted airbags, and front and rear head airbags. The Vue offers an EPA combined 22 miles per gallon for fuel economy and is listed at a starting price of $22,075.
Mitsubishi Outlander
In addition to offering standard front, rear and side airbags, the Mitsubishi Outlander comes equipped with a passenger airbag tracking system that monitors whether or not someone is sitting in the front seat. If there is no one in the passenger seat, the car will automatically turn off the airbag in case of an accident. It also comes standard with driver and passenger head restraints. The Outlander offers an EPA combined 22 miles per gallon for fuel economy and has a starting MSRP of $20,230.
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