20 Safest Cars of 2015

9. BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 series scored “good” in all areas, and “advanced” in the front crash prevention test, according to the IIHS. With the optional driver assistance plus package, which includes collision warning and city braking, the BMW 2 series reduced impact speed by 10 mph in a 12 mph test, and 7 mph in a 25 mph test. The roof strength scored a “good”, with the vehicle withstanding 4.98 times its own weight before crushing 5 inches. The BMW 2 series scored an average of “good” in the small overlap front test. The structure and safety cage section only scored an “acceptable”. This was due to a maximum intrusion of 29 cm at the footrest, 28 cm at the left toepan, and a 7-8 cm intrusion at the upper hinge panel and instrument panel. Measurements taken from the dummy indicated low risk of any injury in a crash, and the side impact airbag had sufficient coverage to protect the head from contacting the structure.