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Audi Leads Luxury Brands With Six 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Awards

When you shop for a luxury vehicle, you expect premium performance, cutting-edge technology, and stunning design. But nothing matters more than keeping your family and passengers secure. Audi understands this priority perfectly. As of March 2026, Audi has earned more Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards than any other luxury car brand. Securing six of these top-tier safety accolades proves that Audi continues to set the benchmark for automotive safety and passenger protection.

Meet the Award-Winning Audi Models

The IIHS awarded its highest safety rating to a diverse lineup of Audi vehicles. Whether you want a versatile SUV, a sleek sedan, or an innovative electric vehicle, Audi offers incredibly safe options tailored to discerning drivers.

The Audi A5 stands out for its dynamic driving experience, premium interior finishes, and intuitive technology—making it a favorite among those who seek sophistication and performance in a luxury coupe or sportback. For families and those needing extra space without sacrificing style, the Audi Q5 and Q5 Sportback provide impressive versatility, generous cargo capacity, and innovative driver assistance features. Their balanced combination of refinement and practicality delivers lasting value.

Audi’s commitment to progress is even more evident in its acclaimed electric lineup. The new A6 Sportback e-tron blends the classic elegance of an executive sedan with advanced electric performance and next-generation connectivity. The Q6 e-tron and Q6 Sportback e-tron offer commanding presence, remarkable range, and spacious interiors packed with cutting-edge safety technologies. Each model comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of standard safety systems, seamlessly integrated for the benefit of both driver and passengers.

By excelling in both traditional and electric categories, these vehicles underscore Audi’s unwavering dedication to building automobiles that inspire confidence—and protect what matters most.

The prestigious TOP SAFETY PICK+ designation goes to three outstanding 2026 models: the Audi A5, Q5, and Q5 Sportback. Additionally, three 2027 model-year electric vehicles took top honors, including the highly anticipated Audi A6 Sportback e‑tron, Q6 e‑tron, and Q6 Sportback e‑tron.

Passing the Toughest Safety Tests

Earning this award is harder than ever before. The IIHS recently made its testing criteria much more stringent to ensure better protection for everyone on the road. For example, vehicles now need a top-tier "good" rating in the updated moderate overlap front test, an evaluation that specifically emphasizes back seat passenger safety.

Furthermore, the standards for crash avoidance are now incredibly strict. To win the "Plus" designation, a vehicle must earn a "good" rating in pedestrian front crash prevention. It also needs a high score in the updated vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention test. This specific evaluation now checks how well the vehicle actively avoids collisions with motorcycles and semitrailers.

A Standard of Innovation

You do not have to pay extra for peace of mind. Under the new 2026 IIHS rules, qualifying front crash prevention systems must come standard on the vehicle to win an award. This requirement perfectly aligns with Audi's deep commitment to safety and innovation. By equipping their vehicles with advanced driver assistance features right from the factory, Audi ensures every driver benefits from cutting-edge protection without needing to upgrade.

Experience Top-Tier Safety at Audi Englewood

You deserve to drive a vehicle that refuses to compromise on safety or luxury. If you want to experience these award-winning vehicles for yourself, we invite you to visit Audi Englewood. Our knowledgeable team can walk you through the advanced safety features of the Audi A5, Q5, or our cutting-edge electric e-tron lineup to find the perfect fit for your driving needs.

Ready to get behind the wheel of an exceptionally safe luxury vehicle? Call Audi Englewood today at (201) 227-6524 to schedule your test drive or ask our experts any questions.

When you shop for a luxury vehicle, you expect premium performance, cutting-edge technology, and stunning design. But nothing matters more than keeping your family and passengers secure. Audi understands this priority perfectly. As of March 2026, Audi has earned more Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards than any other luxury car brand. Securing six of these top-tier safety accolades proves that Audi continues to set the benchmark for automotive safety and passenger protection.

Audi RS 5 II

Meet the Award-Winning Audi Models

The IIHS awarded its highest safety rating to a diverse lineup of Audi vehicles. Whether you want a versatile SUV, a sleek sedan, or an innovative electric vehicle, Audi offers incredibly safe options tailored to discerning drivers.

The Audi A5 stands out for its dynamic driving experience, premium interior finishes, and intuitive technology—making it a favorite among those who seek sophistication and performance in a luxury coupe or sportback. For families and those needing extra space without sacrificing style, the Audi Q5 and Q5 Sportback provide impressive versatility, generous cargo capacity, and innovative driver assistance features. Their balanced combination of refinement and practicality delivers lasting value.

Audi’s commitment to progress is even more evident in its acclaimed electric lineup. The new A6 Sportback e-tron blends the classic elegance of an executive sedan with advanced electric performance and next-generation connectivity. The Q6 e-tron and Q6 Sportback e-tron offer commanding presence, remarkable range, and spacious interiors packed with cutting-edge safety technologies. Each model comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of standard safety systems, seamlessly integrated for the benefit of both driver and passengers.

By excelling in both traditional and electric categories, these vehicles underscore Audi’s unwavering dedication to building automobiles that inspire confidence—and protect what matters most.

The prestigious TOP SAFETY PICK+ designation goes to three outstanding 2026 models: the Audi A5, Q5, and Q5 Sportback. Additionally, three 2027 model-year electric vehicles took top honors, including the highly anticipated Audi A6 Sportback e‑tron, Q6 e‑tron, and Q6 Sportback e‑tron.



Audi Q5

Passing the Toughest Safety Tests

Earning this award is harder than ever before. The IIHS recently made its testing criteria much more stringent to ensure better protection for everyone on the road. For example, vehicles now need a top-tier "good" rating in the updated moderate overlap front test, an evaluation that specifically emphasizes back seat passenger safety.

Furthermore, the standards for crash avoidance are now incredibly strict. To win the "Plus" designation, a vehicle must earn a "good" rating in pedestrian front crash prevention. It also needs a high score in the updated vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention test. This specific evaluation now checks how well the vehicle actively avoids collisions with motorcycles and semitrailers.

Audi A5

A Standard of Innovation

You do not have to pay extra for peace of mind. Under the new 2026 IIHS rules, qualifying front crash prevention systems must come standard on the vehicle to win an award. This requirement perfectly aligns with Audi's deep commitment to safety and innovation. By equipping their vehicles with advanced driver assistance features right from the factory, Audi ensures every driver benefits from cutting-edge protection without needing to upgrade.

Audi Q5

Experience Top-Tier Safety at Audi Englewood

You deserve to drive a vehicle that refuses to compromise on safety or luxury. If you want to experience these award-winning vehicles for yourself, we invite you to visit Audi Englewood. Our knowledgeable team can walk you through the advanced safety features of the Audi A5, Q5, or our cutting-edge electric e-tron lineup to find the perfect fit for your driving needs.

Ready to get behind the wheel of an exceptionally safe luxury vehicle? Call Audi Englewood today at (201) 227-6524 to schedule your test drive or ask our experts any questions.

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