I would like to see an annual disclosure
of headlight tests.
Not exact matches
But IIHS does say that its
test evaluates how far away from a car the
headlights provide 5 lux
of illumination; for reference, the agency says a full moon on a cloudless night projects just 1 lux on the ground.
Of 82
headlights tested on a 31 vehicles in different price ranges and with different technologies, only one — the Toyota Prius v with LED lights and high - beam assist — earned a Good rating.
The 3.2 FSI Quattro automatic is the priciest, most potent, and most sophisticated version
of the new model range at launch — especially when it is fitted, as was our
test car, with high - tech options such as Drive Select, dynamic steering, switchable dampers, lane assist (departure warning), side assist (rearview blind spot detection), adaptive cruise control, adaptive
headlights (swiveling xenons), and eighteen - inch wheels shod with 245 / 40 YR -18 Michelin Pilot Sport tires.
The 2017 model year QX60 did quite well in crash
tests, with top scores from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety across the board (with the exception
of headlight performance, judged to be poor).
But our
test car was larded with a panoramic sunroof ($ 1495) and an equally expensive package that included a power liftgate, rear parking sensors, HID
headlights, blind - spot warning, cross-traffic alert, active park assist, and a bunch
of lesser items.
The
headlight openings in the new vented clamshell bonnet should contain bespoke lighting units, while the wheels and brakes are also consistent with other DBS
test cars, featuring larger calipers and the likely inclusion
of carbon - ceramic discs hiding behind the delicate new wheel design.
Porsche has been coy on specifics
of the production car, but the later concept car mentioned above does share interesting details with pre-production
test mules, namely production - ready mirrors,
headlights and door handles.
A $ 725 Technology Package on my Limited
test car also included helpful blind spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert (which watches behind and to the sides
of the vehicle and alerts you to any cars approaching that you may not see), lane departure warning and automatic - high - beam
headlights.
There's plenty
of gadgetry on the options list, too, with lane assist, blind - spot monitoring, a self - parking system and a trick auto high - beam mode for the
headlights among the features fitted to our
test car.
We recently spied a version
of this updated sedan
testing (pictured) that shows a different front fascia, grille, and
headlight design, although the overall profile remains the same.
All three fell short
of Top Safety Pick Plus status, however, because their
headlights failed to get good or acceptable scores in
testing.
The 2013 Toyota Camry sedan and Prius v hybrid (above, right) failed a new crash
test by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety that simulates a frontal impact overlapping a small portion
of the car — say, piling into a tree from your left
headlight.
The Specs Type
of vehicle All - wheel - drive, mid-sized SUV Engine 230 - hp 2.5 L DOHC supercharged four - cylinder with electric motor Power 250 net hp; 243 lb - ft
of torque Transmission Continuously variable Brakes Four - wheel disc with ABS Tires P235 / 55R20 (optional) Price (base / as
tested) $ 53,950 / $ 62,950 Destination charge $ 1,995 Natural Resources Canada fuel economy (L / 100 km) 7.6 city, 6.9 highway Standard features Auto on / off bi-xenon
headlights, leather seats, eight - way power driver's seat, heated front seats and steering wheel, cruise control, dual - zone automatic climate control, rear - zone climate control, 60 / 40 - split folding second - row bench seat, 50 / 50 - split folding third - row seat, power door locks, windows and mirrors, push - button start, speed - sensitive windshield wipers, Bose premium audio system with satellite radio and 13 speakers, steering wheel audio controls, rear - view monitor, hard - drive navigation system, Infiniti Connection telematics system, around - view monitor with moving object detection and front and rear sonar system Options Technology package ($ 3,500), includes backup collision intervention, intelligent brake assist with forward collision warning, blind spot warning and intervention, lane departure warning; Deluxe Touring package ($ 3,200), includes 20 - inch aluminum wheels, Bose surround - sound audio system with 15 speakers, panoramic sunroof; Theatre package ($ 2,300), includes dual seven - inch colour monitors and two wireless headphones
of torque @ 4,400 rpm Transmission Continuously variable Brakes Four - wheel disc with ABS Tires P225 / 60R18 Price (base / as
tested) $ 28,495 / $ 38,895 Destination charge $ 1,650 Natural Resources Canada fuel economy (L / 100 km) 12.0 city, 8.6 highway Standard features (Limited) Voice - activated, in - dash GPS navigation system with seven - inch, AM / FM / CD / MP3 / WMA, SMS text messaging capability, SiriusXM Traffic, 3.5 - mm auxiliary jack, two USB slots, harman / kardon 12 - speaker audio system including subwoofer and 576 - watt amplifier, dual - zone automatic climate control, auto - dimming rear - view mirror with Homelink, foldable and heated body - colour mirrors, automatic on / off
headlights with welcome lighting, tilt and telescopic steering wheel with integrated cruise control, power windows with auto up / down, four - way power - adjustable passenger seat, 10 - way power driver's seat with memory function, leather seat surfaces, HID
headlights, heated rear seats and rear climate control vents, power tilting and sliding glass sunroof, windshield wiper de-icer, power rear liftgate with memory function, leather - wrapped steering wheel and gear selector, rear / side vehicle detection system, side mirror integrated turn signals, auto - dimming side - view mirror with approach lighting, hill holder system with memory, rear - view camera
of torque @ 5,100 rpm Transmission Six - speed manual Brakes Four - wheel disc with ABS Tires P225 / 45YR19 front, P235 / 40YR19 rear Price (base / as
tested) $ 36,999 / $ 37,799 Destination charge $ 1,695 Natural Resources Canada fuel economy (L / 100 km) 11.5 city, 7.3 highway Standard Power windows with driver / passenger auto up / down, proximity key with push - button start, steering wheel - mounted cruise and audio controls, leather - wrapped steering wheel and parking brake lever, Bluetooth hands - free system with steering wheel controls, front heated seats, Infinity AM / FM / XM / MP3 player with 10 speakers, iPod / USB / auxiliary input jacks, leather seats, automatic temperature control, seven - inch high - resolution touchscreen display and backup camera, driver power seat slide and height adjustment with power lumbar support, electro - chromic auto - dimming rear - view mirror with HomeLink and compass, metal grain interior trim, automatic light control, power and heated exterior mirrors, fog lights, rear LED tail lights, power sunroof, auto - leveling HID
headlights, LED daytime running lights Options Sport exhaust, $ 799.95
@ 4,500 rpm (226 lb. - ft total) Transmission E-Continuously Variable Transmission (E-CVT) Brakes Four - wheel disc with ABS Tires P225 / 50R17 Price: base / as
tested $ 29,590 / $ 35,690 Destination charge $ 1,695 Natural Resources Canada fuel economy (L / 100 km) 3.7 city, 4.0 highway Standard features E-CVT transmission, Eco-Assist Driving Coach System, Hill Start Assist, electric assisted power steering, Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System, Vehicle Stability Assist with traction control, tire pressure monitoring system, immobilizer, security system, power operated heated mirrors, Halogen projector beam
headlights, LED daytime running lights, LED taillights, speed sensing wipers, dual - zone climate control with filtration, proximity key entry system, remote trunk release, multi-angle rear camera system, driver's expanded view mirror, Bluetooth phone interface, Lane Watch blind spot display, cruise control, front heated seats, 8 - way power adjustable driver's seat, 4 - way manual adjustable passenger seat, AM / FM / CD / MP3 / WMA audio system with 6 speakers, 8 - inch i - MID (intelligent Multi-Information Display) LED display screen, HondaLink with audio touch screen, Hill - Start Assist, full complement
of airbags (including front, side, and side curtain units), ABS brakes with Brake Assist, EV mode button, ECON mode button, Active Noise Cancelation.
Standard equipment for the E 350e AMG Line
tested consists
of 19 - inch alloy wheels, electric windows all - round, 12.3 - inch COMAND infotainment system including sat - nav and DAB radio with USB and Bluetooth connectivity, front and rear parking sensors with park assist and reversing camera, cruise control, LED lights, automatic
headlights and wipers, electric front seats, and automatic climate control amongst many other features.
GT Line
tested includes the likes
of self - levelling
headlights, smartphone charging plate, i - Cockpit Amplify (which allows users to set one
of two different ambiences for the interior), leather trim, GT Line sports styling pack, full LED
headlights / fog lights, and sequential indicators.
Other Installed Mechanical Features Include Push Button Start, Heated Mirrors, Power Windows, Power Mirrors, Traction Control, Front Wheel Drive, a Power Sliding Passenger Door, Power Locks, Disc Brakes, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Cruise Control, a Third Passenger Door, a Telescoping Wheel, Intermittent Wipers, a Rear Window Wiper, a Tachometer, a Trip Computer, Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers, Remote Trunk Release, and Power Steering INTERIOR OPTIONS: Delaware, Westerville & Marysville new car shoppers are lighting up the phones at our Deleware, OH dealership over these interior options: Automatic Climate Control, an Overhead Console, a Compass, a Power Drivers Seat, an Adjustable Lumbar Seat (s), Cloth Seats, Bucket Seats, a Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror, Air Conditioning, an Adjustable Steering Wheel, Illuminated entry, a Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror, a Tilt Steering Wheel, Floor Mats, Vanity Mirrors, a Rear Window Defroster, and a Split Folding Rear Seat EXTERIOR OPTIONS: From Marysville to Marion you'll arrive in style with exterior options like: FOG LAMPS, Aluminum Wheels, a Fourth Passenger Door, Privacy Glass, a Cargo / Bed Lamp, a Power Fourth Passenger Door, an Auto Headlamp, and a Spoiler / Ground Effects SAFETY OPTIONS: Whether steering your way to work in Westerville or soccer practice in Scioto County, you'll enjoy peace
of mind with the following safety equipment options: Electronic Stability Control, Rear Parking Aid, Back - Up Sensors, Brake Assist, Daytime Running Lights, Delay - off
headlights, Knee AirBag, Occupant sensing airbag, a Drivers Air Bag, Overhead airbag, a Rear Head Air Bag, Anti-Lock Brakes, a Passenger Air Bag Sensor, a Front Side Air Bags, a Front Head Air Bag, Child Proof Locks, and a Passenger Air Bag DISCLAIMER: Sales Tax, Title, License Fee, Registration Fee, $ 250 Dealer Documentary Fee, Finance Charges, Emission
Testing Fees and Compliance Fees are additional to the advertised price.
The Colorado boasts and overall NHTSA safety rating
of 4 stars, and scored Good in the moderate front overlap
test, though the
headlights are rated poor and front crash prevention as basic.
The IIHS has given the 2017 Mazda 3 hatchback its Top Safety Pick + designation, with its top «Good» ratings in each
of the crashworthiness
tests, plus an «Average» rating for the
headlights.
As part
of its Performance Package, our
test model came with high - intensity discharge headlamps with Lexus's adaptive front lighting system, enabling the
headlights to swivel to correspond to the direction
of the vehicle when turning, and rain - sensing wipers.
Mazda6 joins the entire Mazda family
of cars and crossover SUVs
tested by the IIHS to earn its highest distinction when equipped with optional
headlights and equipment and is the only automaker able to make this claim in 2017.
These DOT and SAE compliant
headlights are made from high grade materials to withstand rough road wear and the
test of time.
The prototype caught
testing is wearing camouflage on the front bumper and grille, plus the
headlights and air intakes, meaning
of course that only this parts will be updated.
This means that to earn the Top Safety Pick + award, a vehicle must earn the highest possible rating
of «good» in the IIHS's five crash
tests as well as earn top marks for front crash prevention and for
headlight visibility.
IIHS built a state -
of - the - art inside
test facility and developed unique
test standards using volunteers to gauge
headlight effectiveness.
None
of the eight models
tested by IIHS in this round have
headlights that are rated higher than «Poor.»
GT Line gets sports styling and LED
headlights, while the new GT trim
of the
test car means 19 - inch wheels, panoramic glass sunroof, keyless entry leather seats, adaptive cruise control, massage seats and electric tailgate.
Our
test car came with $ 8870 sports bucket seats — sensational but difficult to clamber in and out
of; $ 7990 «special» paint — it was a beautiful baby blue; $ 6830 LED main
headlights including dynamic lighting; $ 3390 BOSE sound system; $ 2040 Sport Chrono pack, and an $ 1150 six - point racing harness for the passenger seat.
Heated seats on the
test car are part
of a # 385 winter pack which includes
headlight washers, heated front seats, heated windscreen jets and low washer fluid warning light.
In the most recent
testing, the IIHS checked
headlights and a lot
of the vehicles aren't doing so well.
Institute
test programs rate the performance
of headlights, front crash prevention and rear crash prevention systems to help consumers compare them and to encourage automakers to speed adoption
of the technology.
Other Installed Mechanical Features Include Power Windows, Heated Mirrors, Traction Control, Power Locks, Power Mirrors, a Power Passenger Seat, Disc Brakes, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, a Locking Rear Differential, a Telescoping Wheel, Cruise Control, Intermittent Wipers, a Rear Window Wiper, a Trip Computer, a Spare Tire (Small Size), Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers, Power Steering, a Tachometer, Remote Trunk Release, Tires - Rear Performance, and Tires - Front Performance * INTERIOR OPTIONS: * Delaware, Westerville & Marysville used car shoppers are lighting up the phones at our Deleware, OH dealership over these interior options: Dual Power Seats, Automatic Climate Control, a Compass, a Power Drivers Seat, an Overhead Console, an Adjustable Lumbar Seat (s), a Cargo Shade, a Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel, Bucket Seats, a Pass - Through Rear Seat, Air Conditioning, Illuminated entry, an Adjustable Steering Wheel, a Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror, Rear seat center armrest, a Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror, Vanity Mirrors, Floor Mats, a Bench Seat, a Split Folding Rear Seat, a Tilt Steering Wheel, and a Rear Window Defroster * EXTERIOR OPTIONS: * From Marysville to Marion you'll arrive in style with exterior options like: FOG LAMPS, Aluminum Wheels, a Cargo / Bed Lamp, Privacy Glass, an Auto Headlamp, and a Spoiler / Ground Effects * SAFETY OPTIONS: * Whether steering your way to work in Westerville or soccer practice in Scioto County, you'll enjoy peace
of mind with the following safety equipment options: Xenon Headlamps, HID Headlamps, Electronic Stability Control, Side Mirror Turn Signals, a Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers, Daytime Running Lights, Brake Assist, Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors, Overhead airbag, Delay - off
headlights, Occupant sensing airbag, Auto Leveling Headlights, a Rear Head Air Bag, Anti-Lock Brakes, a Drivers Air Bag, an Auto Dimming R / V Mirror, a Front Side Air Bags, a Passenger Air Bag Sensor, Child Proof Locks, a Front Head Air Bag, and a Passenger Air Bag * DISCLAIMER: * Sales Tax, Title, License Fee, Registration Fee, $ 250 Dealer Documentary Fee, Finance Charges, Emission Testin
headlights, Occupant sensing airbag, Auto Leveling
Headlights, a Rear Head Air Bag, Anti-Lock Brakes, a Drivers Air Bag, an Auto Dimming R / V Mirror, a Front Side Air Bags, a Passenger Air Bag Sensor, Child Proof Locks, a Front Head Air Bag, and a Passenger Air Bag * DISCLAIMER: * Sales Tax, Title, License Fee, Registration Fee, $ 250 Dealer Documentary Fee, Finance Charges, Emission Testin
Headlights, a Rear Head Air Bag, Anti-Lock Brakes, a Drivers Air Bag, an Auto Dimming R / V Mirror, a Front Side Air Bags, a Passenger Air Bag Sensor, Child Proof Locks, a Front Head Air Bag, and a Passenger Air Bag * DISCLAIMER: * Sales Tax, Title, License Fee, Registration Fee, $ 250 Dealer Documentary Fee, Finance Charges, Emission
Testing Fees and
Our own analysis
of the midsize car group that IIHS
tested found that pricier models don't have better
headlights, despite the hoopla many fancy brands make about their LED systems.
The luxury 5 - seater came through to offer high ratings throughout the series
of crash
tests thanks to its intelligent body construction, standard front crash prevention system and its optional LED
headlights.
Instead, many
of them are aimed higher than the car
headlights we've
tested so far.»
Audio Input - Heated Mirrors - Automatic
Headlights - Fog Lights - Rear Wheel Drive - Security System - Power Locks - Keyless Entry - Power Windows - Steering Wheel Controls - Cruise Control - Tow Hitch - Leather Steering Wheel Automatic Transmission - Rear Bench Seats - Tire Pressure Monitors On top
of that, it has many safety features - Brake Assist - Traction Control - Stability Control Call to confirm availability and schedule a no - obligation
test drive!
ARLINGTON, Va. — Not a single small SUV out
of 21
tested earns a good rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's
headlight evaluations, and only four are available with acceptable - rated
headlights.
As it was, the
test Liberty was loaded enough, with options that included a power sunroof ($ 850), special green paint ($ 150), a trailer towing group ($ 395, allowing it to pull a respectable 5,000 pounds), an upgraded sound system ($ 395), and a «Premium Group» that, for $ 2,295, added multiple features including leather upholstery trim, heated power front seats, automatic
headlights, rear parking assist, remote starting and 18 - inch chromed aluminum wheels, instead
of the standard 17 - inchers.
Audio Input - Heated Front Seats - Heated Mirrors - Auto Climate Control - Premium Sound System - Automatic
Headlights - Fog Lights - Rear Wheel Drive - Multi-Zone Air Conditioning - Rear Air Conditioning - Remote Start - Security System - Parking Sensors - Garage Door Opener - Parking Assist - Power Locks - Keyless Entry - Power Windows - Power Lift Gate - Seat Memory Power Folding Mirrors - Rain Sensing Wipers - Steering Wheel Controls - Cruise Control - Running Boards - Tow Hitch - Leather Steering Wheel Automatic Transmission - Rear Bench Seats - Tire Pressure Monitors On top
of that, it has many safety features - Brake Assist - Traction Control - Stability Control Call to confirm availability and schedule a no - obligation
test drive!
Audio Input - Hard Drive Media Storage - Heated Mirrors 4 - Wheel Drive - Auto Climate Control - Automatic
Headlights - Fog Lights - Multi-Zone Air Conditioning - Rear Air Conditioning - Security System - Garage Door Opener - Power Locks - Keyless Entry - Power Windows - Steering Wheel Controls - Cruise Control - Tow Hitch Automatic Transmission - Rear Bench Seats - Tire Pressure Monitors On top
of that, it has many safety features - Brake Assist - Traction Control - Stability Control Call to confirm availability and schedule a no - obligation
test drive!
This was enhanced on our
test car by the addition
of the Night Package — a # 1,290 extra which adds really smart gloss black window surrounds, different alloys and bi-xenon
headlights.
The LR3, $ 58,018 as
tested, is loaded with safety features, including adaptive
headlights and a full array
of air bags.
Our
test vehicle was equipped with automatic
headlights, side - impact air bags, a power sunroof, cruise control, computerized air conditioner and plenty
of other accessories.
Most
of these
test vehicles have different sets
of headlights and tail lamps, with many other makeshift components.
Audio Input - Heated Front Seats - Heated Mirrors 4 - Wheel Drive - Auto Climate Control - Premium Sound System - Automatic
Headlights - Fog Lights - Multi-Zone Air Conditioning - Remote Start - Security System - Parking Sensors - Garage Door Opener - Parking Assist - Power Locks - Keyless Entry - Power Windows - Power Lift Gate - Seat Memory - Steering Wheel Controls - Cruise Control - Leather Steering Wheel - Roof Rack Automatic Transmission - Rear Bench Seats - Alloy Wheels - Tire Pressure Monitors On top
of that, it has many safety features - Brake Assist - Traction Control - Stability Control Call to confirm availability and schedule a no - obligation
test drive!
Dipped
headlights were set a bit low on the
test car, but were sufficiently powerful and cast a good spread
of light.
Audio Input 4 - Wheel Drive - Automatic
Headlights - Fog Lights - Security System - Power Locks - Keyless Entry - Power Windows - Steering Wheel Controls - Cruise Control - Running Boards - Tow Hitch - Leather Steering Wheel Automatic Transmission - Rear Bench Seats - Tire Pressure Monitors On top
of that, it has many safety features - Traction Control - Stability Control Call Earl Floyd Ford at (502) 732-6674 to confirm availability and schedule a no - obligation
test drive!