When buying a new car, safety is a top concern for most buyers. Skoda Slavia has grabbed interest in the Indian market, offering more than just good looks and performance. Let's take a look at the Skoda Slavia safety rating.
Slavia: A brief history
The Skoda Slavia reflects the Czech automaker's commitment to the car segment at a time when SUVS dominate. Built on the MQB-A0-IN base shared with the Volkswagen Virtus, the Slavia was specifically designed for the Indian market while maintaining Skoda's European safety standards.
Slavia Global NCAP safety ratings
According to 2023 crash test data, Skoda Slavia NCAP rating was an impressive 5-star. This grade shows the vehicle's sturdy build and extensive safety features.
Slavia's adult occupant protection rating
In terms of adult passenger safety, the Slavia got 29.71 out of a possible 34 points. The frontal offset deformable barrier test gave 14.5 points, while the side mobile deformable barrier test offered 14.2 points.
Slavia child occupant protection rating
The Slavia did excellently in child passenger protection, getting between 29.71 and 34 points for adult safety and between 42 and 49 points for child safety. The dynamic tests showed full safety was given during head impact tests.
Slavia safety features list
The Slavia comes packed with numerous safety measures, including:
- Frontal airbags
- Seat belt pretensioners and load limiters
- Electronic Stability Control
- Seat Belt Reminder
- ISOFIX child seat mounts for outer rear seats
- Side and curtain airbags
FAQs
How many airbags does the Skoda Slavia have?
The Slavia comes with dual front airbags as standard, with side and curtain airbags available as optional extras on higher versions.
Does the Slavia have ISOFIX mounts?
Yes, the Slavia offers ISOFIX points on the outer rear seats for safe child seat fitting.
Conclusion
The 5-star Global NCAP rating for Skoda Slavia is amazing, showing that cars can offer excellent safety qualities in a market dominated by SUVS. When buying a vehicle, it's worth investing in a robust car insurance policy. The required third party car insurance offers coverage against third-party liabilities and won’t cover the damages to your car. Owners should invest in comprehensive policy that protects both the vehicle and its occupants in the event of a crash, theft or natural disaster.
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References:
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