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Safest MPV: Ford S-Max

Ford's sporty seven-seater not only leads the way for driving fun, it's the safest car in its class, too.

Ford S-Max

It goes without saying that an MPV, targeted primarily at young families, will have safety high on its list of priorities. And the S-Max trumps them all. Tested back in 2006, Ford's sporty people carrier achieved a full five-star rating from Euro NCAP for adult occupant protection.

Ford's Intelligent Protection System (IPS) combines a stiff body structure, cutting-edge restraint equipment and driver aids that help to avoid an accident entirely. Front, side, curtain and knee airbags are standard, as well as collapsible steering column and safety pedals.

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In terms of electronics ABS, EBD and ESP are all standard while more advanced kit such as adaptive cruise control and continuously variable dampers are offered as options.

Also worth a mention is the Renault Kangoo and SEAT Altea, the highest-scoring MPVs for child occupant and pedestrian protection respectively.

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