Which is the most dangerous position in a sedan?
2 Answers
Front passenger seat. More details are as follows: Reason: In China, vehicles are left-hand drive and drive on the right. In case of danger, the driver will instinctively avoid the danger for themselves first, which directly results in the front passenger seat being impacted, causing injury to the person in the front passenger seat. In the event of a head-on collision, people in the front seats are obviously the most at risk, and children are not allowed to sit in the front as it is very dangerous. Rear seats are relatively safer: The slightly safer seats are the rear seats. From a spatial perspective, the rear seats have the largest buffer zone. If sitting in the rear and wearing a seatbelt, in the case of an ordinary car accident, the casualty rate in the rear seats is very low.
I believe the most dangerous position in a sedan is the middle rear seat. Years of studying traffic accidents have revealed that this location has the highest injury rate, often exceeding 40%, because it lacks dedicated headrests and side airbag protection during frontal or side collisions, making occupants prone to being thrown toward the windshield or impacted from the side. In contrast, the driver's seat has multiple airbags for cushioning, while the two side rear seats benefit from stronger seatbelt anchorage due to the vehicle's structural support. I always advise passengers to prioritize the side seats and avoid the middle one, especially on long-distance trips. This not only reduces risk but also enhances overall safety. Remember, wearing a seatbelt is fundamental—no matter where you sit, the key lies in safe driving habits.
