Kwid, Celerio, Eeco, Scorpio and Eon fail Global NCAP crash test

Five Indian car models have failed the 2016 Global NCAP test.

Renault Kwid, Maruti Celerio, Maruti Suzuki Eeco, Mahindra Scorpio and Hyundai Eon showed low levels of adult occupation.

The Renault Kwid was tested in three versions, including one with airbags, but each was rated as zero star for adult safety.

Reacting to the tests, Renault said it has sought to improve the safety performance of the Kwid.

Four versions of the Kwid have been produced with different safety features, with the fourth only recently released and yet to be tested by Global NCAP, the firm said.

Commenting on the latest crash test results, David Ward, Secretary General of Global NCAP said, "The latest SaferCarsforIndia results show how important it is for cars to have a body shell that can remain stable in a crash. This is an absolutely crucial pre-requisite for occupant safety together with fitment at least of front air bags. It is very surprising that a manufacturer like Renault introduced the Kwid initially lacking this essential feature. Global NCAP strongly believes that no manufacturer anywhere in the world should be developing new models that are so clearly sub-standard. Car makers must ensure that their new models pass the UN's minimum crash test regulations, and support use of an airbag."