Euro NCAP Highlights the Safest Cars of 2024
Euro NCAP has unveiled its "Best in Class" cars of 2024, highlighting the safest models tested throughout the year. Dominating the list were entries from China, Germany, and Japan, with the prestigious title of the overall safest car going to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, a standout performer in safety standards. ArrayThe E-Class achieved the highest overall score in Euro NCAP’s rigorous assessments, excelling across four key safety categories: Adult Occupant Protection, Child Occupant Protection, Vulnerable Road User Protection, and Safety Assist Technologies.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Leads the Pack
Category Leaders Across Classes
- Large Family Cars: The Škoda Superb and Volkswagen Passat shared the top spot, delivering exceptional safety results with their shared platform.
- Small SUVs: The ZEEKR X, a Chinese offering, outshined competitors to win both the Best in Class Small SUV and the safest Pure Electric car of 2024.
- Large SUVs: The Mazda CX-80 narrowly edged out the Audi Q6 e-tron to claim the Best in Class title in this segment.