The Audi Q7 for 2023 has been honored with the coveted 2023 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This recognition marks the sixth Audi model in 2023 to receive this prestigious accolade, further solidifying Audi’s commitment to safety and innovation.
To attain the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, a vehicle must meet stringent safety criteria, including achieving an acceptable or good rating for headlights across all available lighting options. The Audi Q7, produced after February 1, 2023, excelled in this regard, earning an acceptable or good headlight rating for all three available lighting configurations.
The impressive roster of Audi models that have clinched the IIHS 2023 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award includes:
One standout feature contributing to Audi’s success in safety is its advanced lighting technology. The Audi Q7, for instance, boasts cutting-edge HD Matrix-design LED headlights with the option for Audi laser light in the Prestige trim. The distinctive blue light signature within the headlight housing sets the laser headlights apart. These laser beams activate at speeds exceeding 40 mph, significantly enhancing visibility by projecting a wide, low beam of light onto the road.
Safety is not limited to lighting alone. All Audi Q7 trims come standard with a front crash prevention system, which earned a superior rating for daytime vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluation and an advanced rating for nighttime testing. Moreover, Audi Q7 models offer an array of standard and available driver assistance features, underscoring Audi’s commitment to safety innovation.
Some of the notable safety features in the Audi Q7 include:
The IIHS’s rigorous TOP SAFETY PICK+ criteria are based on “good” ratings in various crash tests, including small overlap front tests, moderate overlap front tests, and updated side tests. The vehicle must also achieve at least an “acceptable” rating for standard headlights and an “advanced” rating in vehicle-to-pedestrian front crash prevention tests.
