Drivers near St. Clair Shores and Sterling Heights have depended on the Honda Civic, and this year’s model is offering more than ever. The 2019 Honda Civic safety features and NHTSA safety rating distinguish it as an exceptionally dependable and fun-to-drive compact car, and one of the most competitive models in the segment. Find out what sets it apart before scheduling a test drive at Jeffrey Honda.
Honda Civic Safety Ratings – NHTSA
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has put the 2019 Honda Civic Sedan FWD through a thorough and extensive round of crash testing, and the Civic passed all of its tests with flying colors. In addition to receiving a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating*, the Honda Civic earned perfect 5-star scores in Frontal Crashes, Side Crashes, and Rollover collisions.
Honda Civic Safety Ratings – IIHS
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has not yet evaluated the 2019 Honda Civic. However, when they assessed the 2018 Honda Civic, they found that it earned a rating of “Good” in every single one of their crashworthiness tests! With optional equipment, the 2018 Civic also earned a “Superior” rating in Crash Avoidance and Mitigation**.
Drivers considering the Civic this year should note that the optional driver-assistance equipment they mention is standard on all models for 2019.
Honda Civic Safety Features
Great design comes together with next-generation technology to make the 2019 Honda Civic an exceptionally safe compact car. Here, we’ve listed just a few of the active, passive, and driver-assistance technologies that you’ll find in every model:
- Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control
- Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Automatic High-Beam Headlights
- Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) with Brake Assist
- Hill Start Assist
- Advanced Front Airbags (i-SRS)
- SmartVent® Front Side Airbags
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure
Even the baseline Civic configuration provides comprehensive protection, but those who decide to upgrade their model will find even more to love! A Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines is standard on the Sport trim and up, and the Honda LaneWatch™ blind spot monitor has been included on EX, EX-L, and Touring models.
Honda Sensing®
In 2019, for the first time, the Honda Sensing® safety suite is standard across all five Honda Civic trim levels. Each of the technologies listed here constantly monitors your vehicle’s immediate periphery, and most can intervene automatically to prevent collisions or make your Grosse Pointe drives more convenient. The package now includes each of the following features:
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow
- Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Take Your Favorite Civic for a Test Drive at Jeffrey Honda
When you put the 2019 Honda Civic safety features to work, you can enjoy peace of mind every time you get behind the wheel. You can compare it to the 2019 Corolla and 2019 Mazda3 to learn more, and then explore our inventory of fuel-efficient Civic Sedans, Civic Coupes, and Civic Hatchbacks in an array of stylish colors. Contact us today to schedule a test drive! You can also take a look inside the new 2020 Civic.
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