2026 MAZDA CX-5 Wins IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Award

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is a compact SUV with innovative technology and all-weather capability for daily drives around the neighborhood. It has also recently received the TOP SAFETY PICK+ Award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Town North Mazda highlights why this model earned this recognition.

IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Award Criteria

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 received the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Award for meeting specific criteria for crashworthiness and crash-avoidance. For instance, it maintained “good” ratings in the IIHS’s small-overlap crash test, the updated side crash test, and the updated moderate-overlap crash test. All of its trim levels have “good” ratings for its front-crash prevention system. It also has “acceptable” or “good” headlights and vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention across all trims.

What Are Some i-ACTIVSENSE® Safety Feature Highlights?

Every 2026 Mazda CX-5 trim features responsive i-Activsense® safety features designed to help drivers avoid or mitigate potential collisions. Lane-Keep Assist helps keep you centered in your lane. It also provides corrective steering if you accidentally drift outside your lane.

Smart Brake Support is another standard safety feature of the 2026 Mazda CX-5 that enhances its ability to avoid collisions altogether. It utilizes enhanced camera and radar technology to warn you of potential frontal collisions. If the risk of collision increases, the system automatically activates the brakes. High Beam Control also comes standard, automatically switching between high and low beams to improve visibility based on current traffic conditions.

Take the 2026 MAZDA CX-5 for a Test Drive in Richardson, TX

Do you want to learn more about the award-winning 2026 Mazda CX-5? At our Mazda dealership in Richardson, TX, you can explore its enhanced safety features and other trim-specific amenities. Contact us today to schedule a test drive.