What Are the Best Safety Features of the 2021 Hyundai Lineup?

Whichever car you choose in the 2021 Hyundai lineup, you’re sure to end up with a vehicle that comes packed with features. From plenty of storage space to the onboard infotainment system, there’s plenty to like about this slate of vehicles. However, one area of particular interest to consumers is the safety features. Below are some of the best safety features available in the 2021 Hyundai lineup, along with some of the specific models you can find them in.

Anti-Lock Brakes

The purpose of anti-lock brakes is to help prevent your wheel from locking up. This can allow you to steer the car to safety during an emergency. With an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), the car detects when tires begin to lock up, then rapidly pulses the brakes to help keep your tires from skidding. To use the ABS system, all you need to do is firmly apply the brake, hold your foot in place, then steer the car to safety.

ABS is a common feature among the 2021 Hyundai lineup. You can find it in every model, as Hyundai includes it as a standard feature.

Stability Control

Stability control works similarly to the anti-lock braking system. With a stability control system, the car automatically detects when the vehicle has reached its handling limit. When this happens, the car automatically reduces engine power to help prevent the driver from losing control. It may also apply the brakes to help slow down the car further. Like the ABS system, stability control is a standard feature for Hyundai vehicles and features on all of the newest models.

Front, Side, and Overhead Airbags

Airbags are a crucial feature should you ever have the misfortune to find yourself in an accident. Airbags deploy upon impact, protecting you and passengers from serious injuries. To provide maximum coverage, most Hyundai models come with three types of airbags – front, side, and overhead.

Front airbags deploy from the dashboard and steering wheel, protecting the front of the body during a collision. Side impacts come from the doors and reduce impact during a side collision. Finally, overhead airbags help to cushion the top of your head and are especially useful if your car flips over. 

Knee Airbags

To provide even more protection, some Hyundai models come with an additional airbag. Knee airbags help to protect the lower half of the driver’s and front passenger’s body in the event of a collision. With knee airbags, combined with the front, side, and overhead airbags, you have much more protection in the event of an accident. Knee airbags are available in Hyundai models such as the Sonata, Ioniq, and Palisade, among others.

Anti-Whiplash

Whiplash is a type of injury that occurs when the neck experiences a sudden, forceful back-and-forth movement. It’s a common injury for those who experience a rear-end collision while driving, as the force of the offending car forces the head back then forwards. To protect against this type of injury, some Hyundai models have an anti-whiplash safety feature.

With this feature, the front seats and head restraints (or headrest) move in a controlled way to reduce the impact on the driver and front passenger. By absorbing some of the impacts of the collision, you are less likely to experience whiplash as a result of the accident. To get this feature in your next Hyundai, consider models such as the 2021 Hyundai Accent or the 2021 Hyundai Sonata, among others.

Pretensioners

Pretensioners are a feature that automatically adjusts your seatbelt in the event of a collision. When the car detects a collision, it automatically tightens the seatbelt to ensure the occupant is in the optimal seating position for the accident. This tightening can help brace your body for the impact of the collision and the deployment of airbags. Pretensioners are another common safety feature, with most 2021 Hyundai models including them.

Lane Keep Assist

The Lane Keep Assist helps to keep your car from drifting unexpectedly into another lane. We all get distracted from time to time while we’re driving. With this system, if you look away briefly to attend to your children in the backseat or change the radio station, you won’t have to worry about sliding into the lane next to you. The Hyundai analyzes the lines on the road and detects if your car is about to cross over into another lane. If this happens, the car takes over the wheel and steers you back to the right lane. Many 2021 Hyundai models come with this feature, such as the Kona, Santa Fe, Tucson, and Elantra.

Smart Cruise Control

Finally, there is the Smart Cruise Control system. With the Smart Cruise Control system active, your car will automatically maintain a driver-selected distance ahead of you. This means you can set the cruise control system to maintain a certain speed without having to worry about it colliding with the car in front of you. If the car in front of you slows down, your car will slow down to match and keep the desired distance between you. This is a great feature to have in heavy traffic when you don’t want to constantly adjust the speed of your vehicle yourself.

To get this feature, look into getting a 2021 Hyundai model such as the 2021 Hyundai Ioniq, Sonata, or Kona.

Finding the Best 2021 Hyundai for You

No matter which 2021 Hyundai you decide to go with, you’ll get a vehicle with some great safety features. However, there may be a specific feature that you want to ensure is included with your next vehicle. If that’s the case, please contact Hiley Hyundai of Fort Worth today. Our staff can explain all the benefits of each 2021 Hyundai model, including which models have which safety features.

Whether you’re considering a compact car like the Hyundai Accent or want something bigger like the Hyundai Venue, we are here to help. We can answer any questions you may have about the latest 2021 Hyundai models or schedule a time for you to come in for a test drive.