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New Lexus IS Receives European 5-Star Safety Recommendation

Kevin February 19th, 2014

Lexus IS 300h Safety Test Five Star

The Lexus IS 300h has been given a five-star safety ranking from Euro NCAP, making it the safest new car in the Large Family category and one of the top performing cars of 2013. Here’s a video of the crash tests:

The IS scored the maximum points in the side barrier test for adult occupants and protection for 18 month and 3 year infants. The report also praises the IS active hood technology, which automatically provides additional protection for any pedestrian accident.

Read more about the Lexus IS 5-Star Safety (via Lexus UK)

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