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These are the 9 safest small SUVs on the road in 2026
Keith LaingMarch 26, 2026Updated March 27, 2026, 10:41 a.m. ET
The Hyundai Genesis GV60.
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The Honda HR-V, pictured along with other winners of the 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick awards for small SUVs. (Photo by Robert Hradil/Getty Images)
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The Hyundai Ioniq 5.
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The Hyundai Kona, pictured along with other winners of the 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick awards for small SUVs. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly
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The Hyundai Tucson, pictured along with other winners of the 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick awards for small SUVs.
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The Kia Sportage, pictured along with other winners of the 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick awards for small SUVs.
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The Mazda CX-30, pictured along with other winners of the 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick awards for small SUVs. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images)
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The Mazda CX-50, pictured along with other winners of the 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick awards for small SUVs. (Photo by Hector RETAMAL / AFP) (Photo by HECTOR RETAMAL/AFP via Getty Images)
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The Subaru Forester, pictured along with other winners of the 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick awards for small SUVs, also happens to be one of the best cars for a road trip.
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