2016 Mazda MX-5 Earns 5-Star ANCAP Safety Rating
Mazda’s all-new MX-5 roadster has proved to be more than just a step-up from its predecessor on the road, as latest crash safety testing in Australia puts it a step-up on safety as well. The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has rat
Mazda’s all-new MX-5 roadster has proved to be more than just a step-up from its predecessor on the road, as latest crash safety testing in Australia puts it a step-up on safety as well.
The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has rated the MX-5 at the maximum 5-stars for safety, lifting the roadster from the 4-star rating earned by the third generation MX-5 in 2006.
“The ever-popular sports car impressed in local testing achieving a good result for this type of vehicle,” ANCAP CEO, James Goodwin, said.
“This is a significant improvement on the model it replaces.”
Mr Goodwin acknowledged the safety challenges presented to engineers with a soft-top roadster body, with occupant protection proving significantly more difficult.
To that end, the side impact, pole and whiplash tests each scored maximum points or ratings for the MX-5, while the offset frontal crash scored 14.20 out of 16.
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