Euro NCAP grants top 5-star safety rating to Tesla's Model 3 vehicle
Tesla Model 3 Earns Perfect 5-Star Euro NCAP Safety Rating
The Tesla Model 3 has impressed safety regulators, earning a perfect 5-star rating in Euro NCAP's latest crash tests. This outstanding achievement is a testament to the Model 3's combination of advanced safety technologies and structural innovations.
At the heart of the Model 3's safety performance is its strong aluminum space frame. This robust structure efficiently absorbs and distributes impact forces, enhancing crash protection for occupants.
The Model 3 is also equipped with a suite of advanced driver-assist systems, including Tesla’s Autopilot and features such as Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Electronic Stability Control. These systems help to avoid or mitigate accidents, contributing significantly to the Model 3's safety credentials.
In addition, the Model 3 boasts a range of passive and active safety features that meet the highest stringent standards in multiple tests. These features collectively enable the Model 3 to excel in occupant protection and crash avoidance.
The Model 3's safety prowess is further demonstrated in its performance in the Mobile Progressive Deformable Barrier (MPDB) test, where it excelled. The vehicle also topped the charts in child and pedestrian protection categories, thanks to its use of direct child presence detection, structural reinforcements, and energy-absorbing bodywork.
In frontal-offset tests, the Model 3 offered "Good" protection to most critical body areas. The vehicle achieved full marks in side impact and oblique pole crash tests, underlining its robustness in various collision scenarios.
It's worth noting that the Model 3 was tested under more demanding conditions, reflecting real-world driving scenarios. Despite these challenges, the Model 3 continued to perform admirably.
The Model 3's impressive safety results are not limited to Euro NCAP testing. The vehicle has also performed well globally, cementing its reputation as a safe and reliable choice for drivers.
The 2025 Model 3's 5-star rating is valid through 2031, providing peace of mind for potential buyers. For those who enjoy our content and find it helpful, a referral link for purchasing a Tesla, which offers three months of Full Self-Driving (FSD), can be found in the text below.
For a comprehensive look at the Model 3's safety performance, the full report can be found below.
The Tesla Model 3's perfect 5-star safety rating from Euro NCAP demonstrates its ability to compete in various sectors, merging advanced safety technologies from the technology industry with the robustness of automotive engineering and finance backing. The Model 3's excelling performance in pedestrian and child protection categories also signifies its innovation in transportation safety.
