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Shock in crash test: Popular family car receives zero safety stars
The well-known city car Toyota Starlet achieved a catastrophic result, earning zero stars for adult passenger safety in the latest Global NCAP test. This model is extremely popular among drivers looking for an inexpensive and economical vehicle for daily driving. This outcome represents a serious blow to the reputation of the Japanese manufacturer, which has been recognized for reliability for decades.
TL;DR
- Toyota Starlet scored zero stars for adult passenger safety in Global NCAP tests.
- The car's body structure and legroom were found to be unstable during frontal impact.
- The vehicle is equipped with only two front airbags, lacking side airbags, posing a high risk of head and chest injuries.
- Side impact tests were so poor that pole impact tests were not conducted.
- Child occupant protection received three stars, but a child dummy's head hit the interior.
- The tested model is a rebadged Suzuki Baleno, produced in India for the South African market.
- Toyota South Africa stated that the tested model was an older version and newer versions have six airbags and improved equipment.