Top 10 Safest EVs Revealed

A new study ranked the safest EV cars by model, and the Ford Mustang Mach-E emerged as the safest one, with one of the lowest numbers of total crashes. 

• Subaru XV Crosstrek ranks second, with total sales exceeding 1 million by 2022, the highest number on the list.

• Rivian R1T is the only EV model with no recorded crashes from 2020 to 2021 and only one crash in 2022. 

A new study by Affinity Lawyers determined the safest EV cars by model by analyzing crash incidents involving Electric Vehicles (EVs) and hybrid cars over a multi-year period. The vehicles were ranked according to their crash rates, with higher values indicating a higher frequency of crashes relative to total sales. This ranking provided insights into the relative safety of EV and hybrid car models, offering a clearer understanding of safety trends.

Make	Model	2020 Crashes	2021 Crashes	2022 Crashes	Total crashes	Total Sales until 2022	Crashes per 10k cars
Ford	Mustang Mach-E	0	1	1	2	66,601	3.00
Subaru	XV Crosstrek	13	13	14	40	1,104,965	3.62
Volkswagen	ID.4	0	1	1	2	28,031	7.13
Nissan	Leaf	4	5	6	15	179,380	8.36
Porsche	Taycan	0	1	1	2	20,553	9.73
Rivian	R1T	0	0	1	1	9900	10.10
Chevrolet	Bolt EV	2	5	9	16	142,017	11.27
Tesla	Model X	5	5	6	16	128,776	12.42
Tesla	Model Y	2	14	33	49	387,326	12.65
Tesla	Model 3	17	35	72	124	826,892	15.00

Leading the list, the Ford Mustang Mach-E takes the top spot with just 3 crashes for every 10K cars sold. Despite its growing popularity and 66,601 units sold, this model reported only 2 crashes over three years, making it the safest option for EV buyers.

In second place is the Subaru XV Crosstrek, with an impressive sales record of over 1.1 million units—the highest on this list—yet managing to keep its crash rate low at 3.62 per 10K vehicles. With only 40 reported crashes, the Crosstrek delivers both reliability and security, proving that mass popularity doesn’t have to compromise safety.

Coming in third, the Volkswagen ID.4 reported only 2 crashes from 28,031 sales, resulting in a crash rate of 7.13 per 10,000 cars sold. The ID.4 combines safety with functionality, making it one of the most reliable EVs.

The Nissan Leaf ranks fourth with a crash rate of 8.36. Out of 179,380 units sold, it recorded 15 crashes, maintaining its reputation as a relatively safe EV.

The luxury EV, the Porsche Taycan, comes in fifth with a crash rate of 9.73. It recorded just 2 crashes from 20,553 sales, demonstrating that performance EVs can also excel in safety.

The Rivian R1T ranks sixth with a crash rate of 10.10, recording just 1 crash out of 9,900 total sales. As a new entrant to the EV market, Rivian’s early safety performance is promising.

Seventh place goes to the Chevrolet Bolt EV, with 16 crashes out of 142,017 total sales, resulting in a crash rate of 11.27. The Bolt remains a popular option for those seeking a safe, affordable EV.

In eighth place, the Tesla Model X shows that safety can vary even among Tesla’s high-tech offerings. With 16 crashes reported from 128,776 units sold, it holds a crash rate of 12.42, a slight increase compared to others on the list.

The Tesla Model Y, ranked ninth, comes in with a crash rate of 12.65. Despite 49 crashes from 387,326 sales, its increasing traffic presence highlights the need for enhanced safety as this model grows in popularity.

Closing out the top ten, the Tesla Model 3 posts a crash rate of 15. Though it recorded 124 crashes across 826,892 units sold, its vast production volume helps to keep the overall crash rate in check, even as it remains a common sight on the roads.

A spokesperson from Affinity Law commented on the study: “EVs often come equipped with cutting-edge technology like advanced driver-assistance systems and regenerative braking, which can enhance safety but also introduce new driving dynamics that some drivers may not be accustomed to. As these vehicles become more mainstream, understanding crash rates in relation to sales data gives us valuable insight into how well these technologies are performing in real-world conditions. It’s essential for consumers to weigh not only range and charging capabilities but also how their chosen vehicle ranks in terms of overall safety.”

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