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August 17, 2007
BMW may have a longstanding (and well-deserved) reputation for safety, but the results of the latest round of IIHS crash testing may cloud that perception a bit in the U.S., at least for safety-conscious shoppers, according to thecarconnection.com
In a batch of six sedans recently tested, the 2008 BMW 5-Series sedan was rated 'Marginal' - the next-to-lowest possible score - in the agency's side-impact tests despite having standard head and torso side airbags.
In the side test, a barrier - meant to simulate the bumper of an SUV or pickup - bashes into the side of the car at 31 miles per hour.
On the other hand, Volvo again took the top spot in safety; with the S80's 'Good' ratings and low overall chance of serious injury in this test, combined with its 'Good' ratings in front and rear crash protection, it earns the organization's 'Top Safety Pick' label.
Posted by Peter C. T. Elsworth 
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