The Safest Midsize-SUVs For 2010

MSRP: $20,490 - $28,195
NHTSA Frontal Rating: N/A

The Dodge Journey is a midsize crossover that is based on a car-like structure. It's also capable and versatile enough to compete with large truck based sport utility vehicles.

The Journey is available in many variations ranging from the entry front-wheel drive SE trim, all the way up to the sporty all-wheel drive R/T trim. A 173-hp 2.4-liter engine mated to a four-speed automatic transmission is standard with the SE trim. SXT and R/T models are powered by a 235-hp 3.5-liter V6 mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Standard safety features include six airbags, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, brake assist, traction control, and stability control.

MSRP: $30,495 - $35,795
NHTSA Frontal Rating: N/A

The 2010 Tribeca carries-on essentially unchanged. Subarus' largest model continues to offer drivers a safe comfortable ride in any kind of road condition or weather.

Utilizing Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive the engine is a 256-horsepower, aluminum, 3.6-liter flat-six that drives all four wheels full time through a five-speed automatic transmission featuring manual sequential shift control. Available in Premium, Limited, and Touring trims the Tribeca is now available only with 7-passenger seating and includes features like power heated front seats and mirrors. Options include leather upholstery, moonroof, and navigation package. Safety features include dual-stage frontal airbags, seat-mounted side impact airbags, curtain airbags, active head restraints, and a tire pressure monitor.

MSRP: $37,700 - $47,500
NHTSA Frontal Rating: N/A

The Volvo XC90 offers classic Volvo attributes in a midsize SUV. An IIHS Top Safety Pick 3 years running it's safe, comfortable, and practical. New for 2010 is standard rear park assist and third row seating.

The XC90 seats up to seven people. Rear and front passenger seats fold down to provide more cargo room. A second-row child booster seat is standard equipment. The 235-hp 3.2-liter inline-six is available with front-wheel or all-wheel drive. The 311-hp 4.4-liter V8 engine is available with all-wheel drive. Both engines are matched with a Geartronic six-speed automatic transmission, allowing driver selectable shifting. When equipped for towing it can tow up to 5,000 pounds. Safety features include electronic stability control, side-impact and side curtain airbags, Roll Stability Control, Blind Spot Information System, and all-disc anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution.