Earlier this month, the team at your BMW dealership serving Evanston, Fields BMW Northfield, was thrilled to learn that our beloved and popular 2017 BMW 5 Series model had earned the Top Safety Pick+ designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. 2017 marks the seventh generation of the dynamic sedan and the first time it earned the highest rating from the IIHS. Keep reading to learn more about this prestigious honor now!
In order to earn the Top Safety Pick+ designation, a
vehicle must earn the top rating of “Good” in a series of crash tests. The five
crash tests are the small overlap frontal offset, moderate overlap frontal
offset, side impact, roof strength, and rear crash performance/head restraints.
It also must earn a Superior or Advanced rating in front crash prevention
systems and technologies, and new for the 2017 year, it must earn a Good in
“headlight performance.” The 2017 BMW 5 Series passed those tests with flying
colors as it earned a Good in all five crash tests as well as for its
headlights performance, and it earned a Superior in frontal crash prevention
scores.
The 2017 BMW 5 Series only builds on the success of previous generations as it incorporates a spacious and comfortable interior, increased efficiency, and a wide range of advanced automotive technologies. It also features a number of driver assistance technologies that will help drivers feel confident and relaxed behind the wheel. Some of these features include Dynamic Stability Control, Brake Dry Assist, Cornering Brake Control and Dynamic Traction Control, while optional features may include Blind Spot Detection, Daytime Pedestrian Protection, Lane Departure Warning, Active Lane Keeping Assist and more! To learn more about how these features help you behind the wheel, and to take a closer look at the 2017 BMW 5 Series, head down to Fields BMW Northfield to speak to our team today!