Renault Kardian Secures Five Stars in LatinNCAP Tests Despite Limited Safety Features
The Renault Kardian, a compact sedan that has been on the market for less than two years, recently underwent crash testing by LatinNCAP and received an impressive five-star safety rating. This marks a significant improvement from its previous four-star score in 2024. However, the accolade is somewhat marred by the fact that key safety features are not standard across all markets.Key TakeawaysThe Kardian received a five-star LatinNCAP rating after upgrades to its safety equipment.The inclusion of an Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) system for vulnerable road users (VRU) was crucial in achieving the top score.Despite this enhancement, AEB is not standard across all markets and versions of the Kardian.The LatinNCAP evaluation highlights a critical issue: while the Kardian now boasts advance...