Hi Everyone,
I'm looking at several vehicles, including the Outlander PHEV, and I'd like to get your perspective on how safe you feel in this vehicle. We're also considering an Outback, RAV-4, and Forester. Looking at the Euro NCAP ratings, the Outlander does get 5 starts, but it seems like in side-protection it's so-so, especially in the pole test.
I also worry about charging the Outlander in the garage of our apartment complex. Any concerns about the batteries, fire, or other?
Seems like the car is built well and has pretty good reliability. Our driving pattern would be ideal for this car (short trips in the city during the week, longer outings on the weekends).
I'd love to go PHEV, but with a small family, still trying to iron out how safe the vehicle is compared to other alternatives, and whether the charging/battery tech is proven out.
Any insights you can share would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Jonathan
I'm looking at several vehicles, including the Outlander PHEV, and I'd like to get your perspective on how safe you feel in this vehicle. We're also considering an Outback, RAV-4, and Forester. Looking at the Euro NCAP ratings, the Outlander does get 5 starts, but it seems like in side-protection it's so-so, especially in the pole test.
I also worry about charging the Outlander in the garage of our apartment complex. Any concerns about the batteries, fire, or other?
Seems like the car is built well and has pretty good reliability. Our driving pattern would be ideal for this car (short trips in the city during the week, longer outings on the weekends).
I'd love to go PHEV, but with a small family, still trying to iron out how safe the vehicle is compared to other alternatives, and whether the charging/battery tech is proven out.
Any insights you can share would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Jonathan