Large Cars
2017 Buick LaCrosse
You’d expect that larger cars would be highly ranked in safety, but only two make the list. The first is the 2017 Buick LaCrosse, and only as a Top Safety Pick, no plus.
The Buick LaCrosse stands out as an excellent performer in crash ratings and does well to prevent collisions with Forward Collision Alert. However, its HID projector headlights are below average, pulling in a “poor” rating. I guess that means you won’t see the collision coming.
2017 Toyota Avalon
Aside from the Buick, the 2017 Toyota Avalon is the only other Large non-luxury car to get the TSP rating. Its standard Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection definitely lends itself to the rankings, but like so many others, it’s the headlights that need improvement.
Models with LED projector headlights get a “marginal” rating, while all others are considered “poor.” Toyota, you’ve got work to do.
Large Luxury Cars
2017 Genesis G90
The Hyundai offshoot, Genesis, is an immediate winner in our hearts. Like all Hyundai models, Genesis has phenomenal value while providing a better experience than the average Hyundai. The 2017 G90 is no exception, and safety does not suffer for it.
Each Genesis G90 has standard Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning for top marks in safety. In addition, the headlights are rated as “good.” At least, that goes for the 5.0 Ultimate trim level. The 2017 Genesis G90 is rated as a Top Safety Pick +.
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