2024 Subaru Forester Achieves Superior Rating in Rear Crash Prevention Test
Subaru of America, Inc. proudly announced the exceptional performance of the 2024 Subaru Forester in the latest rear crash prevention test conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Out of the eight small SUVs evaluated, the 2024 Subaru Forester was one of only four vehicles to achieve a “Superior” rating, the highest possible rating from IIHS for this specific test.
2024 Subaru Forester Safety Technology Overview
– Achieved a “Superior” rating in the latest rear crash prevention test by the IIHS
– Equipped with advanced safety features, including EyeSight Driver Assist Technology
– Optional Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system designed to prevent collisions while backing up
– Sonar sensors in the rear bumper cover to detect potential obstacles
– Standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, Active Torque Vectoring, and Vehicle Dynamics Control
– Impressive 8.7 inches of ground clearance (9.2 inches for Forester Wilderness)
Rear Crash Prevention Testing and Ratings
The IIHS has been conducting rear crash prevention testing since 2018, continually expanding its assessment criteria. The rating scale includes “Basic,” “Advanced,” and “Superior” ratings. Vehicles equipped with parking sensors that issue warnings, rear cross-traffic alerts, or both receive a Basic rating. For vehicles featuring rear automatic emergency braking (AEB), rigorous testing involves different approach angles and a bollard to determine their rating, simulating real-world obstacles such as poles or garage pillars.
Rear Automatic Emergency Braking Evaluation
The evaluation process for rear automatic emergency braking (AEB) consists of 24 test runs performed at a speed of 4 mph. Specific scenarios are assigned varying weights in the assessment criteria. The performance of the systems is evaluated based on their ability to either avoid a collision with the target or reduce speeds to slower than 1 mph before impact. It is important to consider that low-speed collisions while reversing, which the rear AEB system addresses, may not typically result in severe injuries but can lead to significant financial damage. Data from the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) affiliated with the IIHS indicates that nearly 30 percent of collision claims in 2022 were associated with rear impacts, resulting in costs exceeding $4,000. In stark contrast, the optional rear AEB feature may cost as little as $600, underscoring its potential to prevent costly damages.
Safety Innovations in the Subaru Forester
The Subaru Forester is equipped with a comprehensive suite of active safety features, such as the cutting-edge EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and the DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System. Notably, the Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system is specifically engineered to prevent collisions or reduce collision damage while backing up. This feature utilizes sonar sensors located in the rear bumper cover to detect potential obstacles behind the vehicle, issuing timely warnings to the driver and, if necessary, applying the vehicle’s brakes to avert or mitigate impacts.
Southern Team Subaru
The 2024 Subaru Forester is the perfect blend of SUV capability and car-like ride and handling, equipped with standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, Active Torque Vectoring, and Vehicle Dynamics Control. With an impressive 8.7 inches of ground clearance (9.2 inches for Forester Wilderness), the vehicle surpasses many SUVs while maintaining a comfortably low step-in height for easy passenger entry. This sets a new benchmark in the compact SUV segment. You can find the 2024 Subaru Forester at Subaru retailers nationwide, encompassing Subaru’s commitment to providing safety, reliability, and overall driving satisfaction for its customers. Visit Southern Team Subaru today to experience the Forester firsthand.