New Models Continue Skoda’s Legacy of Excellence in Safety: The Skoda Kodiaq scored 84% of the total maximum points, while the Skoda Superb achieved 87%, solidifying their positions as some of the safest vehicles on the market.
The all-new Skoda Kodiaq and Superb have secured the prestigious five-star rating in the latest Euro NCAP safety tests. These top ratings underline Skoda’s unwavering commitment to safety, marking another milestone in the brand’s history of producing secure, reliable vehicles.
Impressive Safety Scores
Adult Occupant Protection: 89%
Child Occupant Protection: 83%
Vulnerable Road User Protection: 82%
Safety Assist Systems: 78%
Skoda Superb:
Adult Occupant Protection: 93%
Child Occupant Protection: 87%
Vulnerable Road User Protection: 82%
Safety Assist Systems: 80%
These results highlight the robust safety features of these vehicles and position the Skoda Superb as the second-safest car in the 2024 Euro NCAP rankings.
Commitment to Safety
The safety of our customers and all other road users is our top priority. Therefore, we are delighted to receive five-star ratings for the second-generation Skoda Kodiaq and fourth-generation Skoda Superb in the Euro NCAP test. We take immense pride in our outstanding results for Adult and Child Occupant protection. Continuing our streak of five-star ratings, even under the more rigorous test criteria introduced in 2023, underscores our unwavering dedication to achieving the highest safety standards.” – Johannes Neft, Škoda Auto Board Member for Technical Development.
Advanced Safety Features and Design
Both the Skoda Kodiaq and Superb have been engineered to meet the highest safety standards. They feature hot-formed, high-strength steel components in critical areas such as the A- and B-pillars, firewall, and tunnel console. This robust construction is complemented by extensive crumple zones and multiple airbags – up to ten in the Superb and up to nine in the Kodiaq, including a central airbag between the front seats.
Comprehensive Assistance Systems
Both models are equipped with state-of-the-art assistance systems designed to alert drivers to potential collisions and actively help prevent them. Key systems include:
Front Assist with predictive pedestrian and cyclist protection
Side Assist including Rear Traffic Alert
Collision Avoidance Assist
Turn Assist
Crossroad Assist
Exit Warning
Travel Assist further supports the driver with longitudinal and lateral control, incorporating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Adaptive Lane Assist with roadworks recognition, Crew Protect Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, and Emergency Assist. New nano radar sensors enhance the performance of these systems, providing more comprehensive coverage and improved safety.
Attention and Drowsiness Assist monitors driver behavior, assessing fatigue levels and issuing visual and acoustic warnings when necessary.
Euro NCAP: A Benchmark for Safety
Established in 1997, the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) is a collaborative initiative involving transport ministries, automobile clubs, insurance associations, and research institutes from across Europe. It conducts rigorous crash tests on current vehicle models, assessing both active and passive safety features. Euro NCAP continually updates its criteria to reflect advances in vehicle safety technology, with the latest updates implemented in 2023.
Conclusion
The five-star ratings for the Skoda Kodiaq and Superb in the Euro NCAP tests reaffirm Skoda’s commitment to producing vehicles that prioritize safety above all else. With advanced safety features, robust construction, and comprehensive assistance systems, these models set new benchmarks in automotive safety, ensuring peace of mind for drivers and passengers alike.