The Hyundai Tucson SUV has achieved a top 5-star safety rating in the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP) crash tests. This marks a significant milestone for Hyundai in India, showcasing the Tucson’s robust safety features.
Impressive Scores
The Tucson scored 30.84 out of 32 points in the Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) category and 41 out of 49 points in the Child Occupant Protection (COP) category. These scores highlight the vehicle’s strong performance in protecting both adults and children during crash tests.
Hyundai Tucson Key Safety Features
The Tucson comes equipped with six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), ISOFIX child seat mounts, seatbelt pretensioners, and load limiters. These features contribute to its high safety ratings and ensure optimal protection for occupants.
Test Results
In the AOP tests, the Tucson earned 14.84 points out of 16 in the frontal offset deformable barrier test and a perfect 16 out of 16 in the side movable deformable barrier test. The side pole impact test was rated ‘OK,’ indicating compliance with minimum safety standards.
Child Safety
In the COP tests, the Tucson achieved a perfect score of 24 out of 24 in the dynamic test and 12 out of 12 in the CRS installation test. The vehicle’s safety features, including rearward-facing child seats and ISOFIX anchors, provide excellent protection for young passengers.
Hyundai Tucson Accolades
The Hyundai Tucson has received numerous awards and accolades over the years. It was named the 2023 Canadian Utility Vehicle of the Year by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). In the U.S., it won the 2023 Best Compact SUV for Families award from U.S. News & World Report. The Tucson also received the 2022 Best Family SUV for Practicality award from What Car? in the UK. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the U.S.
The Hyundai Tucson’s 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP underscores its commitment to safety and reliability. This achievement positions the Tucson as one of the safest SUVs available in the Indian market, offering peace of mind to its owners.