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Car Safety

Top protection for you and your passengers

At Volkswagen we take your safety very seriously. That's why we build our cars to offer maximum protection in the event of an accident. Crumple zones - part of the tough safety shell, airbags (up to 9 in some models) and Isofix child seat fixings are standard in all Volkswagen models. And our tyre checking and repair systems1 help keep you safely on the road, even when the unexpected happens. Our cars go through a comprehensive programme of crash tests before they are launched onto the market. Many models are also subject to independent Euro NCAP testing, more details of which can be found in the Euro NCAP section of this website.

Braking and Stability System

Braking and stability systems

We're constantly developing new technologies to help keep your car safe and smooth on the road.

Airbags

Airbags are an essential safety feature. They cushion the impact of collisions, reducing the risk of injury.

Illustration of airbags within car
Illustration of crumple zones

Crumple zones

Crumple zones are part of the tough safety shell of our cars, helping to protect you and your passengers in the event of an accident.

Child safety

Your child's safety is a priority - for us, as well as you. That's why we use Isofix child seat fixings in all our cars.

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Illustration of  Tyre sensors

Tyre pressure and flat tyre sensors

We've got lots of ways to help you keep driving safely.

Euro NCAP

Your protection is a priority for us, so we welcome these tough independent crash tests carried out on our cars.

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Man and child by car outside

Locking and security systems

We like to make life easier for you and more difficult for thieves, so we fit a range of security systems to our cars.

Driver Alert System

Our new Driver Alert System gives early warning of when you need to take a break on long and tiring journeys, making motorway driving safer.

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Important information :

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Please refer to your Volkswagen Owner's manual for official guidance on use and operation of all our technology.

^If you are selecting a Volkswagen ID.3, ID.4, ID.5, ID.7, ID.7 Tourer or ID.Buzz then prices shown are the MDP (Manufacturer's Direct Price).  This is the price set by Volkswagen which you pay for the vehicle.  Volkswagen ID vehicles are sold by Volkswagen UK, a trading division of Volkswagen Group United Kingdom Limited (please note that you will need to visit an authorised Volkswagen Retailer (acting as agent for Volkswagen UK) to order, purchase and take delivery of your Volkswagen ID vehicle).  The MDP includes delivery to an authorised Volkswagen Retailer (acting as agent for Volkswagen UK), number plates, new vehicle registration fee, the first year's Vehicle Excise Duty and VAT (calculated at 20%).  You can find out more about the Volkswagen model for selling ID vehicles by clicking https://www.volkswagen.co.uk/en/legal/mdp-explained.html.

If you are selecting any other Volkswagen vehicle (excluding the Volkswagen ID.3, ID.4, ID.5, ID.7, ID.7 Tourer or ID.Buzz) then prices listed are Manufacturer’s ‘On the road’ Recommended Retail Price. Actual prices are set by Volkswagen authorised retailers in their sole discretion – always obtain these prices from your chosen Volkswagen Retailer.  Recommended On-The-Road (OTR) retail prices include: delivery charge, number plates, new vehicle registration fee, the first year's Vehicle Excise Duty and VAT (calculated at 20%). Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information above. Prices are taken from the Volkswagen website - this website contains a large number of products and it is always possible that, despite our best efforts, some of the products listed may be incorrectly priced. Volkswagen may change prices at any time (this includes where there are government changes in regulation and/or legislation). There may be a delay to any price displaying correctly on our materials and it is always possible that, despite our best efforts, some vehicles may be incorrectly priced. Always check prices with your local retailer.

Please be advised we may not be able to provide valuations for vehicles which are outside certain age or mileage ranges, specialist or customised, or not registered in the UK. The actual sale price is dependent on a number of additional factors, which you can discuss further with your retailer. T&Cs will apply.