In the world of automotive technology, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are making waves, and car manufacturers are incorporating them into their vehicles across various segments. Seeking to determine which manufacturer has the best system, autoX conducted a comprehensive test featuring the Honda City, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Mahindra XUV700, and Mercedes-AMG EQS 53. Surprisingly, the Honda City, despite being the least expensive car among the four, emerged victorious in the Auto Emergency Braking (AEB) test.
The AEB feature is a critical component of ADAS as it automatically applies the brakes when it senses an imminent collision. All the cars in the test successfully came to a stop on their own, but it was the Honda City that demonstrated the greatest stopping distance from the obstacle. While the Mahindra system has been around for a while compared to the others and may not be as up-to-date, it was still remarkable to see the Honda City outperform both the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Mercedes-AMG EQS 53.
Not only did the Honda City exhibit the longest stopping distance, but it also displayed the most composed behavior among all the cars in the test. It detected the obstacle early and applied the brakes in a smooth and progressive manner. The Ioniq 5 secured second place in this aspect, while the XUV700 and EQS 53 braked at the last moment. However, the XUV700 delivered inconsistent results, whereas the EQS 53 consistently braked at the same point but had the advantage of its substantial brakes, allowing for a later braking point.
To provide a clearer perspective, let’s take a look at what Shivank Bhatt, autoX’s Road Test Editor, stated in his verdict: “I would like to remind you that these ADAS systems aren’t built to a cost. A case in point is the City and its Honda Sensing tech. Even though it’s the most affordable ADAS-equipped car in the country, its assistance systems aren’t there for the heck of it. They work, and they work well. So, the next time someone like me tells you that ADAS is just a gimmick, don’t believe a word of it.”
For a more detailed account of the test and the performance of all the cars in other ADAS tests conducted by autoX, you can read the full story on their website.
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