The Safest Vehicles of 2010

With 2010 right around the corner, if you are in the market for a new vehicle, safety should be a priority. Companies have been researching constantly to come up with the latest innovations to provide the safest cars for 2010. Protecting the world's drivers and insuring safety for families is a priority when researching what adjustments to make. So which cars will make it as 2010's safest vehicles you ask?

The 2010 Volvo XC60 makes the cut as being one of the safest vehicles Volvo has ever released. A brand new feature known as "City Safety" makes its debut; it allows the vehicle to react at low speeds lessening the chance of rear-end collisions. Standard features of the XC60 include electronic stability with roll control, six airbags, trailer stability assist and four-wheel antilock brakes. Other features may be added at the buyers option. The Volvo XC60 has all wheel drive, six-cylinder, and a 3.0 liter engine. It is not just one of 2010 safest cars but also a quite attractive car as well. Volvo has really outdone itself with this vehicle designed with both safety and comfort in mind.

The 2010 Volkswagen Polo is considered to be one of the 2010's safest cars in the world. Crafted with safety and comfort in mind, the Volkswagen Polo is sheik in design and its safety features will knock your socks off. It includes an electronic stabilization program, a network of airbags designed to minimize injury, belt tensioners and belt force limiters, as well as uniquely designed head restraints on both sides of the vehicle that highly reduce the chances of getting whiplash. The 2010 Volkswagen Polo will not only keep you safe but will also save you a bundle on fuel.

The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid is a glimpse of what to expect in the coming years, a glimpse of the future. The 2010 Ford Fusion is on the pricey side, but comfort and safety often comes at a price. The unique LCD screen built into the dash may be a bit distracting at first but all in all you can see a little of what to expect in upcoming years. Features of the Fusion include aerodynamic wheels with low rolling resistance tires, regenerative brake system, rear view mirror integrated reverse camera and a Blind Spot Information System. The Fusion will save money on fuel as it also has "green" features. Though it may take some work to figure out the latest gadgets, it ranks high in overall safety ratings.

If you happen to be in the market for an SUV the 2010 Ford Escape is impressive. Having the best crash test ratings of any other SUV in its class the Escape provides the latest in safety technology. Some features of the 2010 Ford Escape include Integrated Spotter Mirrors, Electronic Power Assisted Steering, Roll Stability Control, a side curtain airbag system and Active Park Assist. Other features can be added for additional safety. If purchasing this car for a young driver as a standard the Escape features a My Key option which allows the vehicle owner to program a specific key which limits the top speed of the vehicle as well as the top audio volume. The Escape is considered to be on of 2010's safest SUV's.

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz will feature one of the latest in technology renovations, Attention Assist. As a standard on all 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-class and E-class vehicles, a new feature known as Attention Assist will be included. This feature is designed to cut down on accidents due to drowsiness. This feature comes as an addition to the Mercedes safety features already in place. Not only is the stylish look of the Mercedes-Benz impressive, also the safety features will have you saying "Ohh La La".