2016 ŠKODA Superb - Safety

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Top 5-star rating for the new ŠKODA Superb

The new ŠKODA Superb has been awarded with the maximum 5-star rating in the Euro NCAP crash tests. Euro NCAP confirms the outstanding safety standard of the new ŠKODA top model. The latest Euro NCAP top result also shows the high safety standard of the entire ŠKODA model range: in the course of their respective market launches, all current model lines of the manufacturer have been awarded with the maximum 5-star rating in the Euro NCAP crash tests.

Who protects you on your way?

A whole phalanx of new assistance systems previously the domain of higher vehicle classes is available for your enhanced safety. The new ŠKODA Superb is fitted with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), including a Multi-Collision Brake as standard.

The following safety features are fitted as standard: Front Assist with City Emergency Brake*, Electronic Tyre Pressure Monitoring, nine airbags^ Passenger Protect Assist and Extended Electronic Differential Lock (XDL).

^2015 Built vehicles feature 8 airbags
*Safety technologies are not a substitute for the driver's responsibility of the vehicle.

Read on to get the lowdown on a whole range of innovative assist systems devised for your travel safety.

Front Assist

Front Assist is a safety system that warns of the danger of collision, and in case of an unavoidable collision applies the brakes in an attempt to minimise the consequences.

Front Assist works with a radar sensor integrated into the radiator grille, constantly monitoring the distance from the traffic ahead.

If the gap becomes too small or a collision is impending and the driver fails to react, the system automatically intervenes at one
of four levels:

a visual alert that the statutory safe distance has been exceeded,
an acoustic and visual warning signal,
an automatic jolt of the brakes,
automatic braking to avoid a collision or reduce the severity
of the accident.

*Safety technologies are not a substitute for the driver's responsibility of the vehicle.

Emergency Assist^*

Emergency Assist intervenes if the driver becomes incapacitated.

If the event that no steering wheel movement is detected for a defined period of time, a warning signal sounds. If the driver fails to respond, the system initiates a slight swerve. If there is still no reaction from the driver, the hazard lights are automatically activated as the vehicle is automatically brought to a complete standstill.

Emergency Assist works in combination with the automatic DSG transmission, Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Assist^* functions.

^Available in optional Tech Pack. *Safety technologies are not a substitute for the driver's responsibility of the vehicle.

Side Assist - Blind Spot Detection^*

Side Assist (Blind Spot Detection)^* helps the driver to change lanes safely by registering any vehicles in the blind spot.

Two radar sensors located in the lower part of the rear bumper monitor the area beside and up to 20 metres behind the ŠKODA Superb.

When the system detects vehicles in the blind spot next to the car or approaching from behind, an LED symbol in the wing mirror lights up to alert the driver. If the driver indicates in the direction of the detected vehicle, the LED starts to flash, indicating the possible danger to the driver.

Blind Spot Detection is active from 10 km/h up to the vehicle's top speed.

^Available in optional Tech Pack. *Safety technologies are not a substitute for the driver's responsibility of the vehicle.

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Fatigue Detection

Fatigue Detection* reduces the risk of a fatigue-induced emergency situation.

Fatigue Detection* monitor s the movement of the driver through the steering wheel and if the driver begins to display signs of fatigue, the car will audibly alert the driver with a tone and show a break recommendation alert on the multi-function display.

*Safety technologies are not a substitute for the driver's responsibility of the vehicle.

Airbags and impact protection

Nine airbags, delivering finely-tuned interaction with the three-point automatic seat belts and safety head restraints, protect the driver and passengers from injury.

Isofix anchoring points

Rear-seat Isofix anchoring points enable child seats to be installed better in the vehicle and provide better attachment to the car's body. Isofix anchoring points may also be fitted on the front passenger seat. Further anchoring points in the luggage compartment can be used to install a child seat using the TopTether system.

9 airbags*

The main purpose of airbags, in tandem with the seat belts, is to prevent the occupants’ bodies from coming into contact with any rigid parts of the car, or at least to minimise the consequences of any such contact.

*2015 Built vehicles feature 8 airbags

Front airbags

The driver is protected by a front airbag mounted in the steering wheel.

Side airbags – front

Side airbags in the front seats protect the thorax and pelvis of both the driver and passenger in case of a side impact.

Side airbags – rear

Backseat passengers also benefit from the protection afforded by side airbags.

Curtain airbags

Curtain airbags cover the window area and the car’s inner structure from the A-pillar to the C-pillar. They protect the heads of occupants in both the front and rear seats, thus guaranteeing maximum safety.

Other safety features

The New ŠKODA Superb is all about safety without compromise. Besides the safety systems already described, the following features are available as standard or an option for the Superb:

	ABS keeps the wheels from locking during emergency braking or when braking on slippery surfaces.
	By increasing the braking pressure, the braking assist helps drivers in situations in which emergency braking is necessary. This can lead to a significant reduction in the braking distance required.
	MSR counters the locking action of the driving wheels, which can occur when the driver decelerates on a smooth surface.
	The ASR ensures smooth starting and acceleration without the wheels spinning on slippery surfaces.
	EDL helps when accelerating or driving uphill with low traction under one of the driven wheels.

	XDL helps the driver during sharp turns and ensures that the vehicle behaves neutrally during dynamic cornering. The control electronics essentially simulate the presence of a self-locking differential to improve traction and driving dynamics during turns. As a result, the vehicle will take bends much more assuredly and naturally than before.
	Tyre pressure monitoring keeps the driver informed of the tyre pressure at all times.
	Hill-Hold Control helps drivers to start uphill safely. The system activates itself on inclines of five degrees or more and ensures easy and safe uphill starting without the use of the handbrake. The system keeps the car from rolling backwards or stalling.
	Flashing brake lights reduce the risk of rear-end impact, especially when approaching traffic jams on highways or braking suddenly in front of an unexpected obstacle.