Technology in cars is becoming incredibly advanced, with driver assists and safety features making vehicles safer than ever before. However, not everyone is on an equal playing field and there are certain crossovers that have more advanced safety features than their rivals.
Allautomotive technologyhas advanced at an insane rate in the last ten years, with driver assists being the perfect example of how far we’ve come. The aim of these features has been to minimize human error by making the car your co-pilot. There are some brands who have achieved this better than others.
Exploring some of the most popular crossovers on the market, we’ve found ten that we believe to have the most advanced safety features. These crossovers offer their suite of features as standard for the most part. We explore what features help them stand out and how well they perform in safety testing.
In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources, including TopSpeed, the NHTSA, and the IIHS. These models are ranked based on their starting MSRPs, from most affordable to most expensive.
102025 Kia Seltos
Starting MSRP: $24,690
The Seltos has a lot to offer in the frankly crowded subcompact segment. It looks great and has surprising amount of space on the inside. It is also a genuinely enjoyable car to drive, with sharp steering and tight handling. Kia also has one of the most comprehensive warranty plans on the market.
Key Safety Features
Kia’s suite of safety features is pretty comprehensive, including a ton of advanced driver’s aids as standard. Higher tech features like adaptive cruise control are optional, though. The NHTSA awarded the 2025 Seltos five stars for safety and the IIHS' tests reveal it handles a crash pretty well.
92025 Mazda CX-30
Starting MSRP: $25,195
Mazda has been slowly but surely moving more upmarket. The CX-30 shows that they definitely have what it takes to succeed in this task. It is a sporty subcompact SUV withstandard all-wheel driveand classy interior design. Despite this, it manages to stay competitive price-wise.
Most of the above features are standard features, which definitely bolsters the innate value of this subcompact crossover. The 2025 model got an overall safety rating of five stars out of five from the NHTSA and it is also an IIHS Top Safety Pick +, making it one of the safest vehicles on the road.
82025 Hyundai Tucson
Starting MSRP: $28,705
If you’re looking for a compact SUV that looks great and comes loaded with standard features, the Hyundai Tucson should be near the top of your list. Hyundai is building a reputation for delivering impressive cabins, with the Tucson being particularly roomy and exceptionally comfortable.
There are very few driver assists and safety features that are not included in the standard package on the Tucson, with Hyundai bolstering the value of their more affordable models. It gets a five star safety rating from the NHTSA and the IIHS grants it the Top Safety Pick+ award.
72025 Ford Bronco Sport
Starting MSRP: $29,995
There are few compact choices that are able to compete with the Bronco Sport in terms of off-road prowess. While it may not be as rough and ready as the regular Bronco, it can definitely tackle some tough terrain. It is alsosuper versatile and reliable, with a practical interior meant to maximize cargo.
Ford Co-Pilot360 is a pretty advanced suite of driver assist technology. It comes standard on all models and there are very few features that you have to pay extra for. Its crash test results are impressive, scoring five stars from the NHTSA and passing the IIHS' tests with good results.
62025 Mazda CX-50
Starting MSRP: $30,500
Mazda is known for athletic cars with excellent handling, and the CX-50 is no exception. Its wonderfully tuned chassis can be paired with either a naturally aspirated or turbocharged four-cylinder. Just as impressive isits spacious cabin, which definitely helps the Mazda punch above its weight.
The CX-50 naturally builds on the package that is offered in the smaller and more affordable CX-30. As well as the standard safety features offered by the brand, you’ll find things like a 360-degree camera. The CX-50 is a Top Safety Pick+, according to the IIHS, and was awarded five stars by the NHTSA.
52025 Hyundai Palisade
Starting MSRP: $37,200
It is really hard to find fault with Hyundai’sthree-row mid-size SUV. The Palisade checks every box that you would want it to, and it does it at a price that feels unbelievable. Its spacious cabin feels more upscale than you’d expect and has enough space for you and the whole family to stretch your legs.
Without counting their electric lineup, the Hyundai Palisade is easily the brand’s flagship SUV. This means that it showcases some of the most advanced driver assists the company has to offer, including a semi-autonomous stop-and-go feature. The NHTSA awards the Palisade five stars for safety.
42025 Subaru Solterra
Starting MSRP: $38,495
Designed alongside the Toyota bZ4X, the Subaru Solterra is the Japanese brand’s first dedicated electric vehicle. While it may fall short when it comes to range and charging speeds, it features an upscale interior, standard all-wheel drive, and more of an ability to go off-road than most of its rivals. An overhaul is coming forthe 2026 model year.
Electric vehicles are bringing a lot of advanced technology into the mainstream, with this being particularly true when we look at driver assists and safety features. It is this technology that helped the Solterra get five stars for safety from the NHTSA and a Top Safety Pick+ award from the IIHS.
32025 Ford Explorer
Starting MSRP: $39,785
The mid-size SUV segment is perhaps the most competitive segment on the market right now, with tons of options offering extremely high value.The three-row Ford Explorerkeeps itself competitive with brawny styling, an available twin-turbo V-6, and a new suite of infotainment software.
Ford has included a number of driver assists that aim to automate taxing activities when driving, such as parking assist, intelligent cruise control, and turning support at intersections. Overall, the NHTSA awarded it five stars for safety and it breezed through the IIHS’s tests.
22025 Mazda CX-70
Starting MSRP: $40,445
The CX-70 is the culmination of Mazda’s efforts to move upmarket. Usually, turbocharged inline-six engines can be found in vehicles from the likes of BMW, Mercedes, and Land Rover, but here one is in a Mazda. Its cabin is truly serene, and if you removed the badging you would assume it was built by a luxury brand.
At low speeds, the CX-70 is capable of semi-autonomous driving, with the best use case being in congested traffic. This is just one of the many high-end driver assist and safety features available in Mazda’s flagship SUV. The NHTSA is yet to test the CX-70, but the IIHS awards it Top Safety Pick+.
12025 Kia EV6
Starting MSRP: $44,375
The EV6 is one of the quirkiest and most enjoyable EVs to come to market. It takes aim at vehicles with a much higher price tag, offering performance that will genuinely surprise you and a forward-thinking cabin loaded with technology. Next year it may also be eligible for the$7,500 federal tax credit.
A mainstream crossover like the EV6 coming with semi-autonomous driving is incredibly impressive. The EV6 showcases how advanced tech is beginning to trickle down into the mainstream market. The NHTSA has yet to put the EV6 through its paces. The IIHS has only conducted some tests, but the EV6 has passed them all with flying colors.
