It is also likely that Prius
It is also likely that Prius drivers are more speed cautious and/or drive a lot of city miles where the hybrid really makes a huge difference. So I agree based on millions of miles it seems quite safe but there are clearly cases where it will not be, like when it gets hit by a suburban. I am surprised the author couldn't find some data to reflect for who died in a Prius accident with a much larger vehicle, like a truck. The Prius might do quite well because the larger truck might rollover from the impact or avoidance manuevers.