2009 Subaru Forester Wins Top Safety Pick Award

By Alison Gonzalez

Published on May 05, 2008

In order to win this award, a vehicle must provide overall crash protection that is superior to all other cars in its class, as well as be equipped with electronic stability control.

The Forester scored the highest marks for rear, side, and offset frontal-impact protection during crashworthiness testing.

You never know what type of crash you will be involved in, said IIHS President, Adrian Lund. That is why it is important to choose a vehicle the will protect you in many types of crashes, and the Top Safety Pick designation can help you make that choice, he said.

Crashworthiness evaluations are based on various speeds, depending on the area being tested. Frontal evaluations are based on 40 mph, while rear testing is based on a 20 mph impact.

Other Subaru vehicles that received the highest accolades include the 2008 Impreza, Legacy/Outback, and Tribeca.

We commend Subaru for making this elite group of cars with outstanding crashworthiness, Lund said.

Testing by the IIHS is respected throughout the world.