(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

  1. Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback – 10 / 10
  2. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan – 10 / 10
  3. Honda Civic (Hatchback) – 9.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Small Cars

  1. Mercedes-Benz C-Class – 10 / 10
  2. Acura Integra (Hatchback) – 10 / 10
  3. Lexus IS 350 – 8.0 / 10

Safest Midsize Cars

  1. Honda Accord – 10 / 10
  2. Toyota Camry – 9.0 / 10
  3. Subaru Legacy – 9.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Midsize Cars

  1. Genesis G80 – 10 / 10
  2. Lexus ES 350 – 9.0 / 10
  3. Mercedes-Benz E-Class – 9.0 / 10

Safest Large Cars

  1. Toyota Avalon – 8.0 / 10
  2. Dodge Charger – 8.0 / 10
  3. Nissan Maxima – 8.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Large Cars

  1. Lincoln Continental – 8.0 / 10
  2. Acura RLX – 8.0 / 10
  3. Genesis G90 – 8.0 / 10

Safest Sports Cars

  1. Ford Mustang (Coupe) – 8.0 / 10
  2. Chevrolet Camaro (Coupe) – 8.0 / 10
  3. Chevrolet Camaro (Convertible) – 8.0 / 10

Safest Convertibles

  1. Chevrolet Camaro (Convertible) – 8.0 / 10
  2. Mazda MX-5 Miata – Not Rated
  3. MINI Convertible – Not Rated

Safest Wagons

  1. Subaru Impreza (Wagon) – 9.0 / 10
  2. Kia Soul – 7.0 / 10
  3. MINI Clubman – Not Rated

Safest Luxury Wagons

  1. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (Wagon) – 8.0 / 10
  2. Volvo V60 – 8.0 / 10
  3. Volvo V60 Cross Country – 8.0 / 10

Safest Coupes

  1. Ford Mustang (Coupe) – 8.0 / 10
  2. Honda Civic (Coupe) – 8.0 / 10
  3. Chevrolet Camaro (Coupe) – 8.0 / 10

Safest Hatchbacks

  1. Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback – 10 / 10
  2. Honda Civic (Hatchback) – 9.0 / 10
  3. Toyota Corolla Hatchback – 9.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Hatchbacks

  1. Acura Integra (Hatchback) – 10 / 10
  2. Audi A5 Sportback – 8.0 / 10
  3. Chevrolet Corvette (Coupe) – Not Rated

Safest Subcompact Cars

  1. Honda Fit – 8.0 / 10
  2. Toyota Yaris – 8.0 / 10
  3. Chevrolet Sonic (Hatchback) – 8.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Subcompact Cars

  1. Audi S3 – 8.0 / 10
  2. BMW 2 Series (Coupe) – Not Rated
  3. Mercedes-Benz CLA – Not Rated

Safest Compact Cars

  1. Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback – 10 / 10
  2. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan – 10 / 10
  3. Honda Civic (Hatchback) – 9.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Compact Cars

  1. Mercedes-Benz C-Class – 10 / 10
  2. Acura Integra (Hatchback) – 10 / 10
  3. Lexus IS 350 – 8.0 / 10

Safest SUVs

Safest Subcompact SUVs

  1. Honda HR-V – 10 / 10
  2. Mazda CX-30 – 10 / 10
  3. Hyundai Kona – 9.7 / 10

Safest Luxury Subcompact SUVs

  1. BMW X1 – 8.5 / 10
  2. Buick Encore – 8.0 / 10
  3. Lexus UX 200 – 8.0 / 10

Safest Small SUVs

  1. Mazda CX-50 – 10 / 10
  2. Hyundai Tucson – 9.7 / 10
  3. Toyota RAV4 – 9.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Small SUVs

  1. Lexus NX 300 – 10 / 10
  2. Genesis GV70 – 10 / 10
  3. Mercedes-Benz GLC – 10 / 10

Safest Crossover SUVs

  1. Nissan Pathfinder – 10 / 10
  2. Ford Explorer – 10 / 10
  3. Honda HR-V – 10 / 10

Safest Luxury Crossover SUVs

  1. Acura MDX – 10 / 10
  2. Mercedes-Benz GLE – 10 / 10
  3. INFINITI QX60 – 10 / 10

Safest Midsize SUVs

  1. Nissan Pathfinder – 10 / 10
  2. Ford Explorer – 10 / 10
  3. Mazda CX-90 – 10 / 10

Safest Luxury Midsize SUVs

  1. Acura MDX – 10 / 10
  2. Mercedes-Benz GLE – 10 / 10
  3. INFINITI QX60 – 10 / 10

Safest Large SUVs

  1. Ford Expedition – 8.0 / 10
  2. Jeep Wagoneer – 8.0 / 10
  3. Ford Expedition MAX – 8.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Large SUVs

  1. Volvo XC90 – 10 / 10
  2. Lincoln Navigator – 8.0 / 10
  3. Lincoln Aviator – 8.0 / 10

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

  1. Nissan Pathfinder – 10 / 10
  2. Ford Explorer – 10 / 10
  3. Mazda CX-90 – 10 / 10

Safest Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

  1. Acura MDX – 10 / 10
  2. INFINITI QX60 – 10 / 10
  3. Genesis GV80 – 10 / 10

Safest Trucks

Safest Small Trucks

  1. Hyundai Santa Cruz – 9.0 / 10
  2. Ford Maverick – 7.0 / 10

Safest Midsize Trucks

  1. Toyota Tacoma – 8.0 / 10
  2. Honda Ridgeline – 8.0 / 10
  3. GMC Canyon – 7.0 / 10

Safest Full-Size Trucks

  1. Ford F-150 – 8.9 / 10
  2. Toyota Tundra – 8.5 / 10
  3. Chevrolet Silverado 1500 – 7.8 / 10

Safest Hybrid Cars

  1. Toyota Prius (hatchback) 10 / 10
  2. Toyota Sienna (hybrid) 9.0 / 10
  3. Toyota Prius Prime 9.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Hybrid Cars

  1. Lexus ES 300h 8.0 / 10
  2. Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 8.0 / 10

Safest Hybrid SUVs

  1. Toyota Venza (hybrid) 9.0 / 10
  2. Toyota RAV4 Prime 9.0 / 10
  3. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 8.6 / 10

Safest Luxury Hybrid SUVs

  1. Volvo XC90 Recharge 10 / 10
  2. Lexus UX 250h 9.0 / 10
  3. Volvo XC60 Recharge 9.0 / 10

Safest Hybrid Trucks

  1. Toyota Tundra (hybrid) 8.0 / 10
  2. Ford F-150 (hybrid) 8.0 / 10

Safest Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

  1. Toyota Prius Prime 9.0 / 10
  2. Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid 8.0 / 10

Safest Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV)

  1. Toyota RAV4 Prime 9.0 / 10
  2. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 8.6 / 10

Safest Electric Cars

  1. Hyundai IONIQ 6 10 / 10
  2. Nissan LEAF 8.0 / 10
  3. Tesla Model 3 8.0 / 10

Safest Electric SUVs

  1. Subaru Solterra 10 / 10
  2. Hyundai IONIQ 5 10 / 10
  3. Ford Mustang Mach-E 10 / 10

Safest Electric Trucks

  1. Ford F-150 Lightning 8.0 / 10
  2. Rivian R1T 8.0 / 10
  3. Tesla Cybertruck 8.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Electric Cars

  1. Tesla Model 3 8.0 / 10
  2. Polestar 2 8.0 / 10
  3. Lucid Air 8.0 / 10

Safest Luxury Electric SUVs

  1. Genesis GV60 10 / 10
  2. Lexus RZ 450e 9.0 / 10
  3. Tesla Model Y 9.0 / 10

Safest Minivans

  1. Honda Odyssey 9.0 / 10
  2. Chrysler Pacifica (minivan) 9.0 / 10
  3. Toyota Sienna 8.0 / 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.