No matter what type of car you drive, there is the chance you could be involved in an accident. When you take your eyes off the road, it only takes a second for an accident to happen. Maybe you glanced at your phone, reached for the radio dial, or were talking to someone in the backseat. These are dangerous acts for anyone who is behind the wheel, but in certain cars the risk may be even greater.
Top 10 Cars with Most Accidents
Research indicates that the five car models that have the most recorded accidents are as follows, in order from least to most dangerous.
Subaru WRX
According to statistics, Subaru WRX models are 24.9 percent more likely to become involved in an accident than the national average. It is also the model with the highest percentage of speeding violations. The vehicle has a turbocharged engine as well as accessories labeled as “performance,” including seats and brakes. This may encourage drivers to drive over the speed limit. This vehicle also has a higher manufacturer’s standard retail price, which means repairs after an accident may be higher than for other cars.
Infiniti Q50
The Infiniti Q50 is 25.14 percent more likely to be involved in other types of vehicles on the road. Like the Subaru WRX, the Infiniti Q50 offers a turbocharged engine. It also offers forward emergency braking, which is supposed to help prevent accidents, but it may not be efficient in this model. In addition, the suggested price for this vehicle is $4,000 higher than any other vehicle that appears on the list, which would mean it may be more costly to repair after an accident.
Hyundai Elantra GT
The Hyundai Elantra offers better gas mileage and has a lower sale price than the other vehicles listed in this article. However, drivers seem to be spending the savings in gas mileage on speeding tickets. Drivers of this model are 48 percent more likely to be caught speeding than other vehicles, and the car is 25.58 percent more likely to get in an accident compared to the national average.
Honda HR-V
The Honda HR-V is a subcompact sedan, which means it is smaller than the other vehicles listed. Yet, it is 25.7 percent more likely than the national average to be involved in an accident. The vehicle is small, which may make it easy to miss by drivers of larger vehicles. The good news is that the Honda HR-V does well in crash tests. The vehicle’s body structure absorbs impacts better than other vehicles, as the manufacturer designed the vehicle to distribute the energy load in three directions to protect the occupants.
Subaru Crosstrek
The model with the most accidents is the Subaru Crosstrek with a rate that is 25.81 percent higher than the national average. Experts say that the Crosstrek is a fairly slow car, taking as long as 10 seconds to reach 60 miles per hour. The slowness of the car can lead to issues with merging which may lead to accidents. It also has slower handling than other types of cars, so it may be difficult to avoid an obstacle in the road.
If you have been involved in a car accident, you need to speak to a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Schedule a free consultation with an Indianapolis car accident lawyer who can assist you anywhere you are in the country. A lawyer will review your case and help you get the compensation you are entitled to receive under the law.
