First New Car: Hit the road

2011 models shown


Exterior Safety Features

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

ABS reduces wheel lockup, helping drivers maintain steering control while braking hard on most slippery surfaces.

Traction Control

Help reduce wheel spin on most slippery surfaces with traction control.

All-Wheel Drive (AWD)

When the drive system senses a drive wheel slipping, AWD transfers torque to all wheels for added traction.

Stability Control

Stability control systems, such as StabiliTrak®, detect if the vehicle isn't responding adequately to steering input, and applies quick, precise force to the appropriate brake to bring the vehicle back on track.

Safety Cage

A high-strength steel safety cage surrounds the passenger compartment, helping protect everyone and everything inside.

Crush Zones

Front and rear body structure crush zones help absorb energy by deforming in a controlled manner during a collision.



2011 models shown

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