Crash Test 2008 Nissan Tiida / Versa (Side) IIHS

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Nissan Versa2007-08 models mfg. after Nov. 2006SIDE IMPACT TEST WITH STANDARD SIDE AIRBAGSOVERALL EVALUATION: Good Injury measures Head protection Structure/safety cageHead/neck Torso Pelvis/legDriver Good Acceptable Acceptable Good AcceptableRear passenger Good Good Good GoodImportant: Side impact crash test ratings can be compared across vehicle type and weight categories.Test details:The Nissan Versa was introduced in the 2007 model year, first as a hatchback and then as a sedan. Beginning with 2007 hatchback models manufactured after November 2006, changes were made to the side torso and side curtain airbags to improve occupant protection in side impact crashes (note: information about when a specific vehicle was manufactured is on the certification label typically affixed to the car on or near the driver door).The tested hatchback was manufactured after the modifications had been made. All 2007 and later Versa sedans have the modified side airbags.Injury measures:Driver — Measures taken from the dummy indicate that rib fractures and a fracture of the pelvis would be possible in a crash of this severity.Rear passenger — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity.Head protection:Driver — The dummy's head was protected from being hit by any hard structures, including the intruding barrier, by a side curtain airbag that deployed from the roof.Rear passenger — The dummy's head was protected from being hit by any hard structures, including the intruding barrier, by a side curtain airbag that deployed from the roof.