Nissan ARIYA and Pathfinder Named IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK

Nissan has recently had two models chosen as the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) Top Safety Pick for vehicles built after November of 2023 for the Nissan Pathfinder and for FWD and AWD vehicles with a 63-kWh battery for the All-Electric Crossover, Nissan ARIYA. This honor reflects strong safety performances in crash tests with new stringent requirements for 2024. The Nissan Pathfinder and the Nissan ARIYA have both been selected for the coveted award for their advanced safety features. If you live near Phoenix, Scottsdale, or Glendale, you can find both the Nissan ARIYA and Pathfinder at Avondale Nissan.

What the Award Means

For a vehicle to meet the criteria for this award, vehicles tested by IIHS must feature headlights with a “Good” or “Acceptable” rating across all trims, must rate a “Good” score for small overlap front and updated side-impact crash test. No less than “Acceptable” in the updated moderate overlap front is allowed and they must achieve at least an “Acceptable” rating in vehicle-to-pedestrian front crash avoidance systems.

The latest update for IIHS requirements includes the addition of a second-row crash test dummy behind the driver’s seat to measure the protection second row passengers receive in a crash. For the Pathfinder, the new IIHS designation adds to its already lengthy safety resume that includes an overall Five-Star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) New car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Nissan Pathfinder

The 2024 Nissan Pathfinder is a remarkably functional SUV that provides a greater experience for families to improve their next family trip. Pathfinder has seating for up to eight people, cargo flexibility, a new design that has been recently refined, advanced technology which covers an extraordinary technological range of comfort and convenience, connectivity and safety. All trim grades get the standard Nissan Safety Shield 360 to offer greater peace of mind. Other technology includes standard Rear Door Alert and Intelligent Driver Alertness. Plus, you can get other available features like Blind Spot Intervention, Traffic Sign Recognition and Blind Spot Intervention, which add to your peace of mind.

Nissan ARIYA

The 2024 ARIYA is Nissan’s most advanced vehicle to date, and their first all-electric crossover provides an estimated range of up to 304 miles. Every trim includes the 360 Safety Shield. ARIYA is technologically advanced with a roomy, spacious cabin and clever, innovative technology to add confidence and peace of mind for every trip. Nissan’s Standard ProPILOT Assist with Navi-link allows for Intelligent Cruise Control for highway driving as well as Steering Assistance. ProPILOT Assist 2.0 gives attentive drivers the ability to remove their hands from the steering wheel under some conditions, while ProPILOT Park allows advanced technological instruments to operate steering, brakes, accelerator, and gear shift to assist in guiding your vehicle into parking spots.

If you are interested in learning more about Nissan ARIYA or Nissan Pathfinder, stop in at Avondale Nissan to visit with our knowledgeable sales staff. Contact us to set up your test drive and see why these vehicles are so highly acclaimed. Let us help you get behind the wheel of the ARIYA or Pathfinder today.