Total fatal crashes 2014-2018: 3,245 Occupants killed per vehicle in a fatal crash: 0.48 Units sold in 2018: 219,554 Average price to insure: $2,937 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
9. Nissan Altima
Total fatal crashes 2014-2018: 3,267 Occupants killed per vehicle in a fatal crash: 0.60 Units sold in 2018: 209,146 Average price to insure: $3,269 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
8. Ford Explorer
Total fatal crashes 2014-2018: 3,332 Occupants killed per vehicle in a fatal crash: 0.61 Units sold in 2018: 261,571 Average price to insure: $3,587 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
7. Toyota Corolla
Total fatal crashes 2014-2018: 3,430 Occupants killed per vehicle in a fatal crash: 0.64 Units sold in 2018: 303,732 Average price to insure: $3,164 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
6. Honda Civic
Total fatal crashes 2014-2018: 4,397 Occupants killed per vehicle in a fatal crash: 0.70 Units sold in 2018: 325,760 Average price to insure: $3,042 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
5. Ram Pickup
Total fatal crashes 2014-2018: 5,897 Occupants killed per vehicle in a fatal crash: 0.43 Units sold in 2018: 536,980 Average price to insure: $2,998 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
4. Toyota Camry
Total fatal crashes 2014-2018: 4,734 Occupants killed per vehicle in a fatal crash: 0.59 Units sold in 2018: 343,439 Average price to insure: $3,036 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
3. Honda Accord
Total fatal crashes 2014-2018: 5,079 Occupants killed per vehicle in a fatal crash: 0.65 Units sold in 2018: 291,071 Average price to insure: $3,042 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
2. Chevrolet Silverado
Total fatal crashes 2014-2018: 7,718 Occupants killed per vehicle in a fatal crash: 0.47 Units sold in 2018: 585,581 Average price to insure: $3,057 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
1. Ford F-Series
Total fatal crashes 2014-2018: 10,845 Occupants killed per vehicle in a fatal crash: 0.46 Units sold in 2018: 909,330 Average price to insure: $2,471 (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
An estimated 38,880 people lost their lives in motor vehicle accidents last year, and more than 4 million people required medical attention following an incident, according to the National Safety Council (NSC).
It follows that car crashes are a leading cause of death for Americans aged 1–54, as well as the top cause of non-natural death for U.S. citizens residing or traveling abroad, says the CDC.
ValuePenguin recently studied the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s fatal crash data from 2014 to 2018 and found deadly accidents happen more often in some cars than in others.
The analysis revealed that Ford Mustangs are the worst at protecting passengers, with 0.71 occupants killed per fatal crash and that 2005–2008 model years accounted for the highest portion of fatal crashes.
Click through the slideshow to reveal the most dangerous cars, trucks, and SUVs on the road today, according to ValuePenguin.
To ensure safer roads for everyone, the NSC urges motorists to follow the following guidelines:
Practice defensive driving, including buckling up, designating a sober driver or alternative transportation, avoiding fatigue through plenty of rest, and avoiding distractions.
Recognize the dangers of driving under the influence, including the impairments of driving while on medications.
Encourage teens to engage in safe driving habits.
Learn about a car’s safety systems and how to use them.
