Video - Crash Test 2009 Toyota Matrix / Pontiac Vibe (Side Impact) IIHS

Crash Test 2009 Toyota Matrix / Pontiac Vibe (Side Impact) IIHS

Toyota Matrix 2009 models results also apply to: 2009 Pontiac VibeSIDE IMPACT TEST WITH STANDARD SIDE AIRBAGS OVERALL EVALUATION: Good Injury measures Head protection Structure/safety cage Head/neck Torso Pelvis/leg Driver Good Good Good Good Acceptable Rear passenger Good Good Acceptable Good Important: Side impact crash test ratings can be compared across vehicle type and weight categories. Test details: The Toyota Matrix and Pontiac Vibe were redesigned for the 2009 model year. Injury measures: Driver — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity. Rear passenger — Measures taken from the dummy indicate that a fracture of the pelvis would be possible in a crash of this severity. The risk of significant injuries to other body regions is low. Head protection: Driver — The dummy's head was protected from being hit by any hard structures, including the intruding barrier, by a side curtain airbag that deployed from the roof. Rear passenger — The dummy's head was protected from being hit by any hard structures, including the intruding barrier, by a side curtain airbag that deployed from the roof.