Five 2025 Hyundai Vehicles Achieve IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
Five 2025 Hyundai Vehicles Achieve IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
Posted on March 20, 2025
Your safety takes center stage with Hyundai's impressive achievement in the latest Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) ratings. The 2025 IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, Kona, Tucson and Santa Fe have each earned the prestigious TOP SAFETY PICK+ designation, confirming Hyundai's dedication to protecting you and your passengers.
This recognition carries even more weight as the 2025 IIHS testing criteria now includes stricter requirements for second-row occupant safety. These Hyundai models didn't just meet the new standards—they excelled, demonstrating superior protection for everyone in the vehicle, not just those in the front seats.
Enhanced Second-Row Protection
The updated IIHS moderate overlap front test now includes a second crash test dummy positioned behind the driver, measuring how well rear passengers are protected during collisions. To qualify for TOP SAFETY PICK+, vehicles must earn a "good" rating in this more demanding evaluation.
"Hyundai recognizes the importance in keeping all passengers safe with technology advancements throughout the vehicle," said Cole Stutz, chief safety officer at Hyundai Motor North America. This philosophy translates into practical safety features like advanced seat belt technology, rear occupant alert systems, and additional side airbags specifically designed to protect back seat passengers.
Complete Safety Package
Achieving TOP SAFETY PICK+ status requires excellence across multiple safety categories. Each of these five Hyundai models earned top marks in the small overlap front and updated side tests. They also received high ratings in pedestrian front crash prevention—both in daylight and nighttime conditions—and feature high-quality headlights across all trim levels.
The recognition extends beyond individual vehicles to highlight Hyundai Motor Group's industry leadership, with a total of 12 new 2025 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK and TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards throughout its brands.
SmartSense Technology
At the heart of these safety achievements lies Hyundai's comprehensive SmartSense suite of advanced safety and connectivity features. This technology works seamlessly to help prevent accidents and minimize potential harm if a collision occurs.
For families, this means protection that extends to every seat. For daily commuters, it means added confidence in unpredictable traffic conditions. And for everyone, it represents Hyundai's commitment to developing vehicles that put safety first without sacrificing performance or style.
Award-Winning Lineup
The five TOP SAFETY PICK+ models represent the diversity of Hyundai's vehicle catalogue:
- IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6: Electric vehicles with cutting-edge safety features
- Kona: Compact SUV combining urban agility with comprehensive protection
- Tucson/Tucson Hybrid: Versatile SUV with advanced safety technology
- Santa Fe/Santa Fe Hybrid: Family-focused SUV built with passenger safety in mind
These ratings reflect what IIHS President David Harkey emphasized: "Every vehicle that earns a 2025 award offers a high level of safety in both the front seat and the second row."
Your search for a vehicle that prioritizes the safety of every passenger ends with Hyundai's award-winning lineup. Visit Winnipeg Hyundai today to experience how these safety innovations work together to protect what matters most to you—on every journey, in all conditions.