The 2022 Hyundai Tucson and Ioniq 5 earn a five-star ANCAP rating, with the brand's two new midsize SUVs offering buyers a safe choice of petrol, diesel and electric vehicles.

The new Hyundai Tucson has finally received the maximum five-star ANCAP safety rating.

Australia's independent safety body ANCAP has awarded two of Hyundai's new midsize SUVs, the traditional Tucson and the all-electric Ioniq 5, the highest five-star safety ratings.

The fourth generation Tucson scored 86% for protecting adult occupants, 87% for protecting children, 66% for protecting vulnerable road users, and 70% for safety.

By comparison, the first generation Ioniq 5 performed better overall, with 88% for adult occupant protection, 87% for child protection, 63% for vulnerable road users, and 89% for safety.

ANCAP noted that the Ioniq 5 poses a low risk to "crash partners" vehicles with a minimum penalty of 0.22 points, the best result since the introduction of the scoring area in 2020.

Carla Hoorweg, Chief Executive Officer of ANCAP, said: “The Ioniq 5's high safety record combined with an environmentally friendly powertrain provides families and fleet buyers with a good all-round choice.

"We know that safety and environmental performance are top considerations for most new car buyers today, and it's great to see Hyundai prioritize five-star safety in this new market offering."

It should be noted that the Tucson and Ioniq 5 five-star ratings apply across a wide range, meaning petrol, diesel and zero-emission vehicle buyers in Australia's largest segment now have safe new options from Hyundai.

The all-new Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the first all-electric midsize SUV in the mainstream segment.

Meanwhile, ANCAP has confirmed that the maximum five-star safety rating of the Volvo XC40 small SUV has moved from its conventional drive variants to its new Recharge Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) and Pure Electric (BEV) versions since 2018.

As reported, the XC40 registered 97% for adult occupant protection, 84% for child protection, 71% for the protection of vulnerable road users and 78% for the safety system.

Ms Horweg said: “To ensure that safety is not compromised for consumers looking to buy an alternative-powered vehicle, we are conducting additional checks for battery and hybrid electric vehicles to ensure they do not pose unique risks such as such as battery rupture or electric shock hazard. residents or first responders.

“This gives consumers peace of mind and helps fleet buyers meet their safety and environmental goals.”