06/23/2016, FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA
Tucson CUV offers outstanding crash protection in a small SUV platform
in one of the most demanding IIHS crash tests
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 23, 2016 – The Hyundai Tucson SUV is the only vehicle in the small SUV category to receive good ratings for both driver and passenger in the latest Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) small-overlap crash test ratings.
“At Hyundai, we continually strive to provide outstanding passenger safety to our customers, regardless of vehicle size or price,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president, Corporate and Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “Our 2016 Tucson’s good rating for both driver and passenger in the demanding IIHS small overlap crash test reflects our commitment to passenger safety at every level. We’re certainly proud of our Tucson’s industry-leading performance in the small SUV category.”“Hyundai should be commended for ensuring that both drivers and their front-seat passengers get equal protection in small overlap crashes in the 2016 Tucson,” said David Zuby, executive vice president, IIHS.