What is NCAP and how to choose the right car for your family road trip: safety first!
Choosing a car for family trips is an important decision where safety must come first. One of the most reliable ways to assess car safety is to look at the NCAP (New Car Assessment Programme) results. Here are some of Ferati's excellent family car choices. But before that, what is NCAP?
NCAP is an independent organisation that assesses the safety of vehicles by conducting a range of crash tests and analysing vehicle safety features. NCAP's results provide consumers with valuable information about car safety, helping them to make informed purchasing decisions.
NCAP tests cover a number of important safety criteria, including:
- Protection of adult passengers: How the vehicle protects adults in front and side impacts.
- Child safety: how the vehicle protects children in special safety seats.
- Pedestrian protection: How the vehicle protects pedestrians in the event of a collision.
- Safety aids: active vehicle safety systems such as automatic braking and lane departure warning.
The best family cars in the Ferati range:
Mercedes-Benz GLE
The Mercedes-Benz GLE is one of the safest and most luxurious choices for families looking for a reliable and comfortable driving experience. This vehicle has achieved five stars in NCAP tests, providing a high level of protection for both adult passengers and children.
The Mercedes-Benz GLE has achieved outstanding safety ratings:
- Adult passenger protection: 96%
- Child safety: 91%
These results show that the GLE is able to offer comprehensive protection for all occupants, making it the ideal choice for the whole family.
Security systems:
The GLE has a number of advanced safety features to ensure maximum security:
- Adaptive cruise control: Automatically maintains a safe following distance from the vehicle in front, reducing the burden on the driver and increasing safety.
- Blind spot monitoring system: alerts the driver to objects in the vehicle's blind spot, helping to avoid collisions when changing lanes.
- Automatic emergency braking: detects a potential risk of collision and automatically applies the brakes to reduce the likelihood or severity of an accident.
- Lane Departure Warning: alerts the driver if the vehicle starts to drift unintentionally out of the lane, helping to avoid potential accidents.
The Mercedes-Benz GLE offers best-in-class luxury and comfort. Its spacious interior is filled with high-quality materials, providing passengers with the ultimate in comfort and style. The interior of the GLE is designed for family trips, offering ample space for both passengers and luggage. The rear seats are easily adjustable, allowing you to increase the boot space as required.
This machine is equipped with the latest technological solutions, including high-resolution displays, smart control systems and advanced connectivity. These features make everyday driving smooth and enjoyable. In addition to excellent safety and luxury, the GLE also offers a range of comfort features, such as multi-zone climate control, seats with massage functions and a state-of-the-art sound system. These features make family trips even more pleasant and enjoyable.
Ferati currently has 2 Mercedes-Benz GLEs in its range:
Volvo XC90
The Volvo XC90 is one of the market's leading SUVs for families, renowned for its excellent safety and comfort. It has also achieved a maximum five stars in NCAP tests, providing families with peace of mind and security on the road. The XC90 offers comprehensive protection for both adults and children, making it the ideal choice for families who value safety.
The Volvo XC90 has achieved the following safety results:
- Adult passenger protection: 97%
- Child safety: 87%
The Volvo XC90 is equipped with a range of advanced safety systems to ensure maximum security:
- Automatic emergency braking: detects a potential risk of collision and automatically applies the brakes to reduce the likelihood or severity of an accident.
- Lane Departure Warning: alerts the driver if the vehicle starts to drift unintentionally out of the lane, helping to avoid potential accidents.
- Collision avoidance system: Helps to detect and react to imminent hazards to avoid or reduce the impact of a collision.
- Blind spot monitoring system: alerts the driver to objects in the vehicle's blind spot, helping to avoid collisions when changing lanes.
Why choose the Volvo XC90? Its interior is designed to offer maximum comfort, using high-quality materials and offering a wealth of convenience features. The XC90's interior is spacious and flexible, offering ample space for both passengers and luggage. Rear seats are easily adjustable to increase boot space as required.
The Volvo XC90 is equipped with the latest technology, including high-resolution displays, smart driving systems and advanced connectivity. These features make every drive smooth and enjoyable. In addition to excellent safety, the XC90 also offers a range of comfort features, such as multi-zone climate control, seats with massage functions and a state-of-the-art sound system. These features make family journeys even more pleasant and enjoyable.
Other significant family vehicles
In addition to the Mercedes-Benz GLE and the Volvo XC90, there are a number of other remarkable family vehicles on the market that offer excellent safety and comfort. For example, the BMW X7 and the Porsche Cayenne are also renowned for their cutting-edge safety and luxurious driving experience.
BMW X7
The BMW X7 may be a luxury SUV, but it still scores highly in NCAP tests. Adult occupant protection was rated at 94% and child safety at 87%. The X7 has a number of advanced safety systems, including adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, blind spot monitoring and lane departure warning.
Check out the Ferati BMW X7 range
Porsche Cayenne
The Porsche Cayenne is a sportier SUV that is also known for its safety. The Cayenne has also achieved five stars in NCAP tests. Adult occupant protection was rated at 95% and child safety at 84%. The Cayenne is equipped with a number of advanced safety systems, including automatic braking, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo currently in the Ferat range
The cars in question - the Mercedes-Benz GLE, Volvo XC90, BMW X7 and Porsche Cayenne - get higher NCAP scores thanks to their advanced safety systems and robust structures. These vehicles offer comprehensive protection and safety for adults and children, making them the ideal choice for families. Choosing the right car for a family road trip is a critical decision where safety should come first. Based on NCAP test results, some of the best family cars offered by Ferati in 2024 are the Mercedes-Benz GLE and Volvo XC90, with the BMW X7 and Porsche Cayenne also notable. These vehicles stand out for their excellent safety and advanced safety systems, offering both comfort and peace of mind.
Take a closer look at these cars and choose the best and safest vehicle for your family! Find out more on the Ferati website.
