The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has awarded the 2010 Element a five star frontal- and 5-star side-impact crash safety rating (its highest rating for crash safety)[1]. Every Element comes standard with a full array of safety features including anti-lock braking (ABS) and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), plus six airbags, including side curtain airbags with a rollover sensor.
[1] Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (
www.safercar.gov). Models tested with standard side-impact airbags (SABs).