HELPING KEEP YOU SAFE AND SOUND.

The real key to driver safety? Avoiding accidents altogether. That's why a MINI's world-famous handling and numerous Active Safety features help you steer clear of hazards. And in the rare chance an accident is unavoidable? Your MINI's predictive brakes, protective frame, airbag system and more are already prepared.

MINI Safety Features

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Highlights

Sideways view of a Black 2014 MINI Countryman vehicle with “INSURANCE INSTITUTE FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY CEN1410” text on its passenger door, parked at a crash test site with its front distorted and a dummy in the driver’s seat.

AN IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded the 2015 MINI Countryman the Top Safety Pick for the fifth year in a row.

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Three-quarters front view of a gold 2016 MINI Hardtop 2 Door with black bonnet stripes parked on a stone surface with cloudy skies, mountains and an urban landscape in the background.

AN IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+

The 2016 MINI Hardtop 2 Door has been named Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety when equipped with optional front crash prevention on models built after November 2015.

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Slight overhead view of a see-through MINI vehicle with its airbags activated and headlights on, driving in the dark on a road with surroundings blurred.

ULTRA-RIGID BODY

An extremely strong frame reduces body torque and lets the suspension do what it does best - provide super-tight handling. A flex-free frame also reduces squeaks, rattles, vibrations and cabin noise.

SMART AIRBAGS

Up to 8 front, side-impact, ceiling-mounted, side-curtain and knee airbags monitor collision severity to adjust inflation rates and help protect you and your passengers with as much force as needed. In extreme cases, they’ll stay inflated longer to keep you safe from shattered glass.

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- ACTIVE BRAKES
  
  Brakes that will automatically ready themselves for an emergency stop when your foot suddenly leaves the gas, dry themselves in wet weather when your wipers are on, and actively work to reduce erratic driving.
- DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL
  
  This system can make anyone a better Motorer by automatically applying selective brake pressure or engine power to help your MINI stay in control.
  
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- HEAD-UP DISPLAY
  
  Inspired by jet cockpit technology, this retractable display puts essential motoring info – speed, nav instructions, stereo, and other alerts – closer to your line of sight.
- CORNERING BRAKE CONTROL
  
  Balances braking pressure throughout all four wheels as you tackle sharp corners – helping you maintain control and forge ahead.
  
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- ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
  
  An on-board camera helps maintain a consistent distance between you and the car ahead.
  
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- CRASH SENSOR SYSTEM
  
  In the event of an accident, your MINI is quick to play super hero – automatically unlocking the doors, turning on interior and hazard lights, and cutting the fuel pump if the airbags have been deployed.
- BREAKAWAY ENGINE
  
  In the event of a head-on collision, the engine and gearbox are designed to absorb the impact and break away from their mounts, diverting them from the cockpit in a final act of selfless bravery.
- ROLLOVER PROTECTION BAR
  
  Should your safety systems detect a rollover, this frame-mounted safety bar automatically deploys within milliseconds to help keep the car's occupants protected.
- ENGINE IMMOBILIZER
  
  Even cold-blooded thieves are somewhat reticent to steal a possession so personal as a MINI. But, just in case, this sophisticated system makes the starter useless without the key.