The 2019 Mazda3 hatchback has been named an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick Award winner. The sedan version of this fun-to-drive Mazda also qualified for this designation when equipped with the optional front crash prevention technology. These honors were no surprise considering Mazda builds vehicles that continually meet and exceed the market’s desire for safe transportation options that are also affordable and entertaining to drive.
Qualifying for the Top Safety Pick Award means a vehicle earns good ratings in tests such as driver-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, head restraint, and roof strength. Plus, it must receive a good or acceptable rating for the passenger-side front overlap front test. In addition, the vehicle must have at least an acceptable rating in the headlight testing and an advanced or superior rating for front crash prevention.
The redesigned 2019 Mazda3 has a variety of safety features helping make this designation a reality. Features such as rain-sensing windshield wipers, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Keep Assist, and Driver Attention Alert are all standard or available on the Mazda3. Also standard on the hatchback version and available on the sedan version is Smart Brake Support. This system helps avoid collisions by sensing and responding to vehicles and pedestrians in the Mazda3’s path.
Mazda’s desire to meet high safety standards is evident in all their vehicles. That means a better driving experience for Mazda owners. Visit Thelen Mazda in Bay City, Michigan today and let us introduce you to the sporty, safe, and efficient Mazda lineup!
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