Though models from Hyundai, Chevrolet, Mitsubishi, Porsche, and Honda occupied the top five spots on the list, the Tesla Model Y, a mid-size SUV, came in sixth, with a fatal accident rate 3.7 times higher than the average car, and 4.8 times higher than the average SUV. The Model S rate is double that of the average car.
Per the article, they are certainly one of the most fatal in the event of an accident but not the deadliest. Sixth place is definitely not a good ranking but all of the brands above them are highly reputable and long established.
For comparison purposes, the five cars above it had a fatal accident rate at 4.6x or higher more likely than the average.
Per the article, they are certainly one of the most fatal in the event of an accident but not the deadliest. Sixth place is definitely not a good ranking but all of the brands above them are highly reputable and long established.
For comparison purposes, the five cars above it had a fatal accident rate at 4.6x or higher more likely than the average.