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Detailed explanation-1: -Hyundai Eon, Maruti Suzuki Eeco, Maruti Celerio, Mahindra Scorpio and three models of Renault Kwid failed in crash tests carried by Global New Car Assessment Programme.

Detailed explanation-2: -Top 20 safest cars in India with Global NCAP rating 2023 Of the 20 models listed here, 5-star rating cars in India include Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Mahindra Scorpio-N, Tata Punch, Mahindra XUV300, Tata Altroz, Tata Nexon and Mahindra XUV700.

Detailed explanation-3: -According to Global NCAP findings, the compact SUV did not provide acceptable child safety (up to 3 years old). There were excessive forward movements, which might result in head and chest damage for the child. However, it provides enough head and chest protection for the 1.5-year old.

Detailed explanation-4: -The India-spec Nissan Magnite has finally been crash tested by Global NCAP. It was the standard variant with just two front airbags and scored four stars in adult safety along with a stable rating for the bodyshell integrity. The Magnite scored 11.85 out of 17 in terms of adult occupant protection.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun platform siblings delivered a stellar performance in Global NCAP’s crash tests, with full five stars for adult and child occupant protection. The two compact SUVs come with ESC and dual airbags as standard.