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Originally Posted by DigitalMan
2) Can someone tell me exactly what these airbags are?
GY Restraint System, Head Curtain & Front Side Impact Air Bag $430 $500
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Head curtain airbags deploy from above the side windows from the dash all the way to the back of the passenger door, so the rear passengers benefit from that. I've read a number of reviews which suggest curtain airbags actually make a big difference in survivability of side impacts. I guess this makes sense since there is very little side impact structural protection in any vehicle compared to front or rear impact protection. For 500$, that's cheap insurance IMO.
The side airbags deploy from the outside edge of the seat upright and protect only the front occupants.
I don't understand why people will choose a large, heavy vehicle and/or VSC for safety then _not_ opt for the additional side airbags.