From USA TODAY:
Only two out of 11 midsize luxury cars tested earned a “good” rating on a new partial frontal crash test, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
The only two of the 2012 models to make the mark were the Acura TL and Volvo S60. The Infiniti G was judged “acceptable.” Those rated as “marginal” included Acura TSX, BMW 3 Series, Lincoln MKZ and Volkswagen CC. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Lexus IS, Audi A4 and Lexus ES were considered “poor.”….
The Lexus IS had up to 10 times as much intrusion into the occupant compartment as the Volvo. The Lexus IS’ front pillar and footwell bent…
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