Latin NCAP Verdict on Citroen C3 Crash Test: Unsettling 0-Star Safety Score Raises Eyebrows
The Citroen C3, manufactured in Brazil, has undergone Latin NCAP crash testing, resulting in a disappointing 0-star rating. Despite being equipped with dual front airbags, the car's safety performance fell short.
The breakdown of scores includes 31 percent for Adult Occupant Protection, 12 percent for Child Occupant Protection, 50 percent for Pedestrian Protection, and 35 percent for Safety Assist.
Latin NCAP, known for its rigorous assessment standards, suggests that the car might have achieved a higher rating if equipped with more airbags and safety features, although the comments from Latin NCAP cast doubt on this assumption.
The assessment highlights the instability of the footwell area and bodyshell, which was incapable of withstanding additional loadings. While the protection for the driver and passenger's head and neck was deemed good, the driver's chest received a weak rating, and the passenger's chest was considered marginal.
Furthermore, the driver's knees and the passenger's right knee showed marginal protection, posing a risk of impact with dangerous structures behind the fascia. However, the passenger's left knee received a good protection rating. The tibias of both the driver and passenger showed adequate protection.
The article raises the anticipation for the Global NCAP crash test results of the made-in-India Citroen C3, shedding light on its safety performance in a different testing environment.
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