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The Score is rated on a scale of 1 to 100, where a higher score equals less risk. It's also important to remember to look at a vehicle's score in conjunction with the Score Range, since looking at only the score will only tell you half the story.
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| Car#1 |
Car#2 |
| 1999 Nissan Maxima |
2005 Chevrolet Malibu |
| Score: 84 |
Score: 89 |
| Score Range: 76-81 |
Score Range: 90-95 |
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In this example, Car #1 has a lower score than Car #2. However, take a look at the score ranges. For Car #1, other comparable 1999 Nissan Maximas should fall into a range from 76 to 81, but this car scored an 84. That means the car is a lower risk compared to other similar cars of the same make and model.
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Car #2 has a score of 89. Because this is higher than Car #1's score, you might assume that this car carries less risk, but that's not entirely accurate. Comparable 2005 Chevy Malibus should score in a range from 90 to 95, and this car falls short of that. That means the car is a higher risk compared to other similar cars of the same make and model.
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