5 Subaru nameplates get nod from IIHS, Consumer Reports

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Five Subaru nameplates have been recommended by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) and Consumer Reports as top choices for teen drivers in the United States (US).

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What Subaru nameplates were recommended by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) and Consumer Reports as top choices for teen drivers?

    Per the carmaker, the nameplates recommended by the IIHS and Consumer Reports as top choices for teen drivers are the Ascent (Evoltis), Forester, Legacy, Outback, and Impreza.
  • How many new and used vehicles were put forward by the IIHS and Consumer Reports as top car models for new drivers?

    According to Subaru, the list put forward by the organization included 46 used vehicles and 16 new automobiles.
  • According to Subaru, IIHS and Consumer Reports put forward a list of 46 used vehicles and 16 new ones that the organizations recommend for families in the US who are looking for safe and practical automobiles for a recent high school graduate or a young driver.

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    Included in the recommended new vehicles were 2023 IIHS Top Safety Pick (TSP) and Top Safety Pick+ (TSP+) winners from Subaru, namely the Ascent (sold as Evoltis here in the Philippines), Forester, Legacy, and Outback.

    Being TSP and TSP+ winners, the abovementioned nameplates boast “Good” or “Acceptable” ratings in IIHS’ crash tests, “Advanced” or “Superior” ratings in front crash prevention tests (including daytime and nighttime pedestrian detection), and “Acceptable” or “Good” ratings for its headlights.

    As for the recommended used vehicles, Subaru nameplates included the Impreza (sedan or five-door), Legacy, Outback, and Forrester.

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    “We are thrilled to have eight of our vehicles recommended for teen drivers by IIHS and Consumer Reports this year. Safety has always been a top priority for Subaru, and we continuously work to enhance the safety features and performance of our vehicles. These recommendations reinforce our commitment to providing reliable and safe transportation options for new and experienced drivers alike,” said Subaru of America, Inc. President and Chief Operating Officer Jeff Walters.

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