This new test is optional from what I know. But yes, small overlap tests will sooner or later be added to the various NCAPs.

Renault should be fine, usually they belong to the safest cars. Renault is known for safety.

Nah. Renault owns Dacia, and Dacias aren't very safe. Renault relies on safety to sell cars, they advertise that they are class leading. But it is not only about the knowledge on how to make safe cars, it also costs money. Development costs as well as per car because higher quality materials have to be used etc.

You can bet that a third world Nissan won't be terribly safe. Infiniti yes. Cars like the Juke or Qashqai, I.e. intended for Europe also. But cars like the Almera or Grand Livina?

Toyota 2.4 was it removed from Malaysians market