M-Class gets top marks from Euro NCAP for safety

03/09/2008 05:05. The new-generation M-Class has passed European NCAP (New Car Assessment Program) crash tests with flying colors and has been awarded the top mark of five stars for its very high level of occupant protection. The Mercedes off-roader has also achieved outstanding results in tests carried out by US rating organizations. // BenzInsider

03/09/2008 01:38. Continuing the exemplary performance it noted in crash test ratings here in the U.S. , the Mercedes-Benz M-Class has once again proved its safety prowess, receiving the top mark of five stars in the European NCAP (New Car Assessment Programme) crash tests. The results are yet another confirmation that in addition to the M-Class' safety concept of excelling in real-life accident scenarios, the model performs equally as well in standardized testing.

As for what make the Mercedes M-Class such an outstanding performer in the event of an accident, standard equipment includes seven airbags, belt tensioners, belt-force limiters... // eMercedesBenz