The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga got a low 1-star safety rating, and the Renault Triber did a bit better, scoring a below-average 2-stars
The Global New Car Assessment Programme (Global NCAP) just shared the most recent crash test findings for Africa through the #SaferCarsforAfrica initiative. The test included the Made-in-India Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and Renault Triber, and unfortunately, both MPVs didn’t do well. The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga got has a low 1-star safety rating, while the Renault Triber scored slightly better with 2 stars. These models are sold in India and also sent to South Africa.
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga did well in keeping adults safe, scoring 23.63 out of 34 for adult safety. But for child safety, it got 2 stars with a score of 19.40 out of 49. According to Global NCAP, the protection for the driver and passenger’s heads and necks was good. However, the chest protection for the driver was rated as marginal, while for the front passenger, it was considered good.
Global NCAP mentioned that the footwell space in the Ertiga was found to be unstable, potentially causing lower leg injuries due to pedal displacement. However, the side impact test revealed positive results, indicating good protection for the head, pelvis, and abdomen, with sufficient chest protection. It’s worth noting that the Ertiga is equipped with dual front airbags but does not provide side airbags, not even as an optional feature. Certainly! Although there are a few safety features in place, it’s important to note that there are some restrictions, particularly when it comes to safeguarding against side impacts.
Renault Triber
The Renault Triber outperformed the Ertiga slightly, but it didn’t excel. It provided decent head protection for you and your passengers, yet it lacked chest protection during frontal and side impacts. The car’s structure was unstable, and it only included two airbags by default. Additionally, ESC is not a standard feature. Moreover, the absence of ISOFIX anchors for the child seat resulted in subpar child occupant safety performance.
According to Global NCAP’s report, the car’s structure performance is not steady. Side airbags are not available as an option, and ESC is not included as a standard feature. Additionally, the Triber lacks ISOFIX child seat anchorage and the ability to disconnect the passenger airbag when using a rearward-facing CRS. This situation affects the protection of child occupants.
It’s interesting to note that the Ertiga and the Triber underwent crash tests conducted by the Global NCAP in India. The Ertiga secured 3 stars in 2019, whereas the Triber achieved 4 stars in 2021. It’s worth mentioning that the Global NCAP has updated its crash test standards to be more rigorous since then.
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