2003 Toyota Corolla

The Corolla scored five out of five stars for frontal impacts, and four stars for side impacts in government crash tests performed by the National Highway Safety Transportation Administration. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives the Corolla its highest "Good" rating for frontal impacts, a decent "Acceptable" rating for side impacts when equipped with optional side airbags (but only a "Poor" rating without), and its worst "Poor" rating for rear impacts. Unfortunately, the Corolla comes with only the bare essentials when it comes to safety features; if you want more, you'll be paying for them. Side airbags and anti-lock brakes are optional. Stability and traction control, as well as brake assist, are optional on the S and LE trims.