Jeep Model Line-Up Crash Test Ratings 2023-2024 Jeep Models

 

Jeep has long been synonymous with off-road capability. However, even the most adventurous Jeep owner spends more time on the asphalt than rambling through trails. And let’s face it, driving on the streets presents more accident risk. So you’ll want a vehicle that scores well if the unthinkable happens. Fortunately, the Jeep lineup gets good reviews regarding crash tests. View our inventory of New Vehicles, or if you have any questions, give us a call at (539)-766-8990 today!

Crash Testing Organizations

2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon by Greg Gjerdingen is licensed with CC BY 2.0

Two prominent organizations perform crash testing on vehicles: the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). These organizations have a tremendous responsibility to test every new car. However, you might not always find results for the latest models due to the sheer volume of vehicles.

For example, you might not see the 2023 Jeep Cherokee crash test results yet because they haven’t been conducted. However, you can always look at earlier years to see how a specific model performed. Results typically follow the same pattern as long as the vehicle is part of the same generation. In some cases, scores increase as Jeep identifies problems and makes improvements midcycle.

Crash Test Ratings Explained

The NHTSA uses a five-star rating system. Five stars mean the vehicle performed exceptionally well on the test, while one star means it performed poorly or failed.

The IIHS uses a two-pronged rating system to measure crashworthiness and mitigation. A vehicle’s crashworthiness gauges how well it keeps its passengers safe in various crash scenarios. Crash mitigation considers vehicle systems designed to mitigate and avoid potential crashes. The IIHS uses a letter grade to rank performance.

A car receives a “G” rating for good performance. This is the highest possible rating and means that the tested area performed exceptionally well. An “A” rating stands for acceptable. As the second-highest rating, you can rely on this tested portion of the vehicle to perform well.

An “M” rating, meanwhile, stands for marginal and could mean one of two things. It might be that a tested component didn’t perform well, or it could be that a particular part failed to work during a crash. In either case, the risk of damage and injury was elevated.

Finally, a “P” or poor rating is the lowest possible score a car can receive. In almost all cases, the tested system failed to do its job well.

In addition to the letter rating, the IIHS uses a points rating on systems. The scale ranges from one to six. One to two points earn a basic rating, which means the component or system works at the lowest acceptable level. A three-to-four-point advanced rating means that the system works well, and a five-to-six-point rating means that it works extremely well.

The IIHS and NHTSA perform tests that simulate crash scenarios from different angles on the front, side, and roof. Testing also includes head and seat restraints, LATCH ease of use, and automated crash prevention systems.

2023 Jeep Cherokee

The Jeep Cherokee received top scores in all crash-test categories from the IIHS. The only low grade the Cherokee received was an acceptable rating for its headlights. The NHTSA hasn’t tested the 2023 models yet, though it awarded the 2022 Cherokee a four-star overall rating.

2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The IIHS gave the Grand Cherokee good ratings on four tests. The lowest scores came on front crash testing. However, the Grand Cherokee’s front crash mitigation systems received a superior rating, indicating that the technology is adept at helping to avoid front crashes.

An overall five-star rating from the NHTSA speaks to the Grand Cherokee’s crashworthiness. The Grand Cherokee received five stars in all categories except the rollover section, where it earned four stars.

2023 Jeep Renegade

The Jeep Renegade received a good rating in all initial testing. However, the IIHS recently updated two tests in which the Renegade scored lower grades. Again, Jeep’s front crash mitigation system received a superior rating. The Renegade’s weakest area was its headlights, which achieved lower scores depending on the trim level.

The NHTSA hasn’t tested the 2023 Renegade yet but gave the 2022 model year a four-star overall rating.

2023 Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick in 2022, and the 2023 model scored a good rating in every category except headlights, which ranged from good to marginal, depending on the trim. And the IIHS rated its front crash prevention systems superior, which speaks to this model’s safety.

The NHTSA hasn’t released its test results for the 2023 model year yet. However, the 2022 Compass scored four stars in rollover and front crash testing and five stars in side crash testing for a four-star overall rating.

2023 Jeep Wrangler

Jeep makes the Wrangler In 12 trims plus an all-electric model. In addition, the Wrangler comes in two- or four-door versions. As a result, scores vary depending on the Wrangler’s configuration. The IIHS gave the Wrangler a good rating in all but one category: the front driver’s side crash test. Once again, the superior front crash mitigation systems helped.

The NHTSA has only tested the front and rollover categories to date. However, it awarded four and three stars to the Wrangler for these tests, respectively.

2023 Jeep Gladiator

The IIHS has tested Jeep’s pickup truck in three categories. The small overlap front test was marginal, while the moderate overlap front and roof strength tests scored good ratings. Superior ratings on the front crash prevention systems improved the Gladiator’s scores.

In NHTSA testing, the Gladiator scored four stars in front crash testing and three stars in rollover testing. Other categories haven’t been rated to date.

2023 Jeep Wagoneer

Neither the IIHS nor NHTSA has tested the Wagoneer, Jeep’s newest edition to the lineup. However, as Jeep’s full-size luxury SUV, it has many advantages we expect will rate well in testing, including some of the most advanced crash mitigation technology available.

Explore the Jeep Lineup in Broken Arrow

Jeep’s lineup has what you need if you’re searching for a capable SUV with a safety record you can rely on. At Chris Nikel Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat in Broken Arrow, we have an expansive selection of Jeep vehicles at competitive prices. We invite you to shop our virtual inventory or visit our North Aspen Avenue dealership for a more personal experience.

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