Maruti Suzuki Victoris Sets New Safety Benchmark with 5-Star BNCAP & Level 2 ADAS First Under The Portfolio

​Maruti Suzuki India Limited has recently launched the all-new Victoris, a 5-seater mid-size SUV expanding the Arena lineup. The Victoris has strategically raised the safety bar by securing a 5-Star Bharat NCAP Rating, marking a historic milestone as Maruti Suzuki's first model that comes with the latest ADAS Level 2 feature. The all-new Maruti Suzuki Victoris not only excels in protecting your loved ones but also leads pedestrian safety through sophisticated BNCAP scoring.

With safety and premium connectivity now taking center stage in the Indian automotive market, the all-new Maruti Suzuki Victoris signifies the synonyms of modernity and reliability. Thanks to its prestigious 5-star BNCAP rating, the scores remain the same for both adult and child occupants. Let us check out the details of the Victoris testing for the BNCAP and what safety features this car offers to Indian customers.

​Maruti Suzuki Victoris: Receives BNCAP 5-Star  Safety Rating

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris has received an outstanding 5-star BNCAP rating, making it the brand's second vehicle after the Maruti Suzuki Dzire to receive all 5-star ratings in terms of safety. What’s more surprising is that the Victoris secured the 5-star rating in both adult and child occupant protection.

Its stellar crash test scores, combined with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), translate into comprehensive protection for both adults and children. For safety ratings scores, different tests were implemented on the Victoris particular models. The tested vehicle model and variant used for the BNCAP assessment were the Maruti Suzuki Victoris ZXI+ Strong hybrid model, then the ZXI (O) strong hybrid, paired with eCVT, and the ZXI+ (O), paired with 6-speed manual transmission.

Here’s everything you need to check out the BNCAP testing on the all-new Maruti Suzuki Victoris.

Outstanding Pedestrian Protection Scores

The recently launched Victoris scored an impressive 31.66 out of 32 points in AOC and 43 out of 49 points in COP. However, in pedestrian safety testing, the vehicle complied with AIS-100 pedestrian protection norms. However, different variants were tested for the adult occupant protection (AOP) and the same for the child occupant protection (COP).

Adult Occupant Protection Safety Test

The recently launched Maruti Suzuki Victoris has been able to score an astonishing 31.66 points out of 32 in the adult protection test. During the test, the car scored 15.66 out of 16 total points on the frontal offset to the deformable barrier test. What’s more impressive is that the car scored a full 16 out of 16 in the side movable accidental deformable test.

To adhere to proper advanced braking, the Victoris was made to run with an impact test speed of around 64 kmph to perform the offset deformable barrier frontal test. Under such observation, the car provides complete protection to the driver's head and chest when sudden braking occurs. On the other hand, to check how the car performs on the road, a side movable deformable barrier test was also executed. In this the car was made to run at 50 kmph. Overall, the SUV was found to offer good overall safety in both frontal and side deformable tests.

Result of Adult Occupant Safety Test:

• Offset Deformable Barrier Test Scores—15.66 out of 16.00
• Impact Test—Driving at 64 kmph
• Side Movable Deformable Barrier Test Scores—16.00 out of 16.00
• Impact Test—Driving at 50 kmph
• Side Pole Impact Test—29 kmph

Child Protection Safety Test

The SUV also provides the best-in-class protection for the child occupant. Victoris scored 43 points out of the 49 points in a child occupant protection test. The SUV also sports four-wheel disc brakes, electronic stability control, an electronic parking brake with auto-hold function, and seatbelt reminders for all occupants.

Recent Results of Child Restraint Systems in Dynamic Testing;

• Dynamic Score—24 out of 24
• CRS installation score—12 out of 12
• Vehicle assessment score—7 out of 13

​The all-new Maruti Suzuki Victoris masterfully combines spacious practicality with industry-leading safety features, making it a compelling choice for families desiring both comfort and confidence on the road.

Latest ADAS Level 2 Features

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is the first SUV to feature Level 2 ADAS. It integrates advanced safety standards that might make your driving safer and more reliable. The list of ADAS tech features also includes automatic emergency brake, lane keep assist, and rear cross traffic alert with a 360-degree camera. Additionally, their key functions include

• Adaptive Cruise Control With Curve Speed Reduction: This feature will automatically adjust your driving speed on curves for enhanced control.
• Automatic Emergency Braking: Your Victoris will eventually detect potential collisions and apply brakes autonomously.
• Lane Keep Assist: Under this feature, the car will help in maintaining lane discipline by providing steering inputs.
• Blind Spot Monitoring: Alerts the driver to vehicles in adjacent driving lanes.
• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert: Warns of crossing traffic while reversing.
• High Beam Assist: This feature will automatically toggle high beams based on different traffic conditions.

Comprehensive Safety Features

Conclusion

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris stands as a game-changer in the mid-size SUV segment by combining exceptional safety with modern technology and versatility. Its 5-star BNCAP rating, extensive safety features, and advanced driver-assist systems provide unmatched protection and confidence.

Also Read: Maruti Victoris Unveiled: Premium Mid-Size SUV with 5-Star BNCAP Safety & ADAS