SAFEST ELECTRIC CARS YOU CAN BUY IN 2020

EV Channels Review

This video meticulously analyzes the safety ratings of electric cars available in the UK in 2020, categorized by price (above and below £40,000) and by Euro NCAP's four key scores: adult occupancy, child occupancy, vulnerable road user protection, and safety assistance technology. For premium electric cars, the Tesla Model X and Volvo XC40 lead in adult safety, while the Mercedes EQC and Volvo XC40 excel in child safety. The Tesla Model 3 and X are top performers in safety assistance, with Tesla's Autopilot highlighted as a key factor. For cars under £40,000, the DS3 Crossback E-Tense and Peugeot e-2008 are frequently cited as top performers across multiple categories, particularly for child safety and vulnerable road user protection. The reviewer notes that newer car designs generally score better, with older models like the Tesla Model S and BMW i3 showing their age. A surprising finding is the Vauxhall Corsa-e's low score due to a missing rear head restraint, despite its mechanical similarity to higher-scoring French counterparts. The video emphasizes that safety assistance technology, which prevents accidents, is arguably more important than passive safety features.