Best NCAP Rating Cars in India

The Global NCAP is the Global New Car Assessment Program, which is an agency formed for crash testing a new vehicle. This agency was established as per the United States New Car Assessment Program, which is similar to GNCAP in testing a new vehicle’s worthiness in terms of security and safety on the road. GNCAP was first established in 2011 with a ‘global’ badge to improve the business between different NCAP agencies and to propagate crash test reporting for every single global vehicle.

Now, let’s go through a list of the best global NCAP rating cars in India.

Here we have outlined the top safest cars with the best global NCAP ratings in India.

-Tata Punch (GNCAP Rating: 5-stars): This entry-level SUV from Tata Motors is often categorized as a micro-SUV. The car has an enigmatic SUV appeal, however, competes with its counterparts from the premium hatchback segment.

Tata Motors has ensured high safety standards even in this tiny car. And now, it’s been listed as one of the top 10 safest cars in India 2021. With a 5-star rating in the AOP category, Tata Punch scores an impressive 16.45 points out of the total of 17 points. Also, in the COP category, it has received 40.89 points out of the maximum 49 points and a rating of 4-stars. Apart from this, the car has other notable features like Dual airbags, ABS, and EBD with brake sway control, ISOFIX anchorages, Reverse parking camera, and so on.

-Mahindra XUV300 (GNCAP rating: 5 stars): This one is the first amongst all vehicles from Mahindra to have received a 5-star GNCAP rating. This compact SUV is not only stylish to look at but is equally robust on the roads. Some of its dynamic features include six airbags, four-disc brakes, front parking sensors, etc.
The XUV300 has got a 5-star rating in the AOP category and has scored 16.2 out of the maximum of 17 points. The car has also received a 4-star rating in the COP category with a total of 37.44 points out of the maximum of 49 points.

-Tata Altroz (GNCAP rating: 5 stars): This car is the first premium hatchback in India to have received a 5-star rating from the Global NCAP. It is a fully engineered hatchback built in India by Tata Motors and is considered to be one of the safest options in India when it comes to a premium hatchback.

The crash test of the car has also revealed that it provides amazing protection to the adult passengers sitting in front due to its in-built airbags. Some of the other features include ABS with EBD, dual front airbags, ISOFIX mounts, and so on.

-Tata Nexon (GNCAP Rating: 5-stars): This car was the first made-in-India SUV to get a 5-star rating from Global NCAP. The vehicle was crash-tested by the agency and it scored a total of 16.6 points out of the maximum points of 17 in the adult occupant category.

The car has also scored 25 points out of 49 points in total in the child occupant category. Some of Tata Nexon’s amazing features include dual airbags at the front, ESP, ISOFIX mounts, ABS with EBD, Hill Hold Assist, emergency brake assist, among others.

-Mahindra XUV700 (GNCAP rating: 5 stars): Mahindra XUV700 is the second SUV from the Mahindra Group to have received the coveted 5-star rating by the Global NCAP. The car received a 5-star rating for its AOP, where it scored 16.03 out of the maximum 17 points. And the vehicle received a 4-star rating in the COP category and got 41.66 points out of the maximum 49 points.

Mahindra XUV700 offers amazing protection to the driver’s as well as the passenger’s head, neck, chest, and knees. This particular model by Mahindra comes well-equipped with two airbags, ABS, ISOFIX anchorage, seatbelt pre-tensioners, and so on.

Keeping in mind the safety features of a car is essential when buying a new car in India. It can help you cut down on the intensity of an accident or even avoid one. When you are well aware of the NCAP ratings of the cars, it’ll be easier for you to choose one for yourself and your family. However, no matter which car you buy, opting for a comprehensive car insurance policy is prudent. This will help you to safeguard your four-wheeler in a better manner. With Tata AIG, you can search through the four-wheeler insurance options from the comfort of your home.

Disclaimer: *All the car prices and other information listed above pertain to a specific city and vehicle model. Since this information is subject to change, it is advisable to check the latest information before purchasing a vehicle or an insurance policy.