13 Safest cars for 2007
These cars have a top rating in side-, front- and rear-impact tests by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety.
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Volvo XC90
Volvo XC90
Volvo's reputation has been built on safety, so Volvo's absence from last year's Insurance Institute Top Safety Pick list was surprising to many consumers. The fact is, however, that many companies now make very safe cars, not just Volvo. Ford's Swedish luxury brand makes the cut this year with its XC90 SUV.

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To be selected as a Insurance Institute for Highway Safey "Gold Top Safety Pick," a vehicle must earn a top rating in the Institute's side, front and rear impact tests. It also must be available with Electronic Stability Control.
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