Audi Q7 achieves record 100% Post-Crash Safety score in Euro NCAP

The Audi Q7 has achieved a five-star rating from Euro NCAP, becoming the first production vehicle to score 100% in the Post-Crash Safety category. While standard NCAP evaluations focus on occupant and pedestrian protection during an impact, the Post-Crash Safety assessment evaluates the effectiveness of the rescue chain following an accident.

Key safety features contributing to this score include the ‘Audi Connect Emergency Call’ system, which automatically activates emergency procedures during severe accidents. The system transmits essential data, including occupant information, collision type, vehicle model, color, and location, to rescue services. To mitigate the risk of secondary accidents, the vehicle utilizes a ‘multi-collision brake’ that automatically applies the parking brake and activates hazard lights upon detecting a significant impact.

Additionally, the Q7 excelled in physical accessibility for rescuers. This includes the ability to unlock and open doors even after a collision and the continued functionality of safety components like seatbelt buckles during low-voltage power failures. Audi also provides specific rescue guides and structural data to emergency personnel to assist in identifying battery locations and fuel lines during extraction efforts.