In the frontal impact, the passenger compartment remained stable. However, there was rupture of several spot-welds in the driver's footwell and the car was penalised. Subaru have informed Euro NCAP that they have made improvements to the welding in this area. Dummy readings indicated good protection of the knees and femurs of the driver and passenger. However, structures in the dashboard were thought to pose a risk to occupants of different sizes and to those sat in different positions. In the side barrier test, the XV scored maximum points with good protection of all body areas. However, in the more severe side pole test, dummy readings of rib compression indicated weak chest protection. The seat and head restraint provided good protection against whiplash injuries in the event of a rear-end collision. Based on dummy readings in the dynamic crash tests, the XV scored maximum points for its protection of the 18 month infant. In the frontal impact, forward movement of the 3 year dummy, sat in a forward facing restraint, was not excessive. In the side impact, both dummies were properly contained by their restraints, minimising the possibility of dangerous head contacts. The front passenger airbag of the XV is by default off, allowing a rearward facing child restraint to be used in that seating position. The airbag is turned on only when an occupant of a suitable size is detected in the seat. The system met Euro NCAP's requirements and was rewarded. The bumper scored maximum ...
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