MG and Chery Score Big in ANCAP Safety Tests — What It Means for Aussie Drivers
The latest wave of ANCAP safety test results has just been released — and there’s some great news for buyers in Australia.
For 2025, **Chinese-origin vehicles are not just earning five-star safety ratings — some are being named ANCAP Safety Top Performers. That’s a standout achievement in a crowded SUV and passenger car market, and it shows how far safety technology has come across a wide range of brands.
At Tynan Motors, we often talk about how important safety ratings are for everyday driving. Whether you’re heading from Kirrawee to Wollongong, doing school runs in Miranda, or cruising along the South Coast on weekends, choosing a safe car contributes to peace of mind and real-world protection.
MG and Chery: Top Performers in 2025 ANCAP Ratings
In the most recent ANCAP test results, two stand-out vehicles were recognised with “Safety Top Performer” status:
📌 MG S5 EV
The MG S5 EV small SUV earned high marks across multiple crash and safety assist categories, making it a class leader and one of the top performers of the year.
📌 Chery Tiggo Series
Chery’s Tiggo 7 medium SUV and Tiggo 8 large SUV both achieved five-star ratings, with strong performance across occupant protection and safety assist metrics.
These recognitions highlight that modern safety capability — including advanced collision avoidance systems — is now available across a broader range of vehicles.
What “Safety Top Performer” Means
A “Top Performer” in the ANCAP context isn’t just a five-star rating — it’s a recognition that a vehicle performs exceptionally well compared to others in its class, particularly in areas like:
- Adult and child occupant protection
- Vulnerable road user protection (pedestrians/cyclists)
- Advanced safety assist technologies
- Crash avoidance systems
This means cars like the MG S5 EV and Chery Tiggo range are not just meeting safety standards — they’re exceeding expectations for their segments.
What the Data Shows
The latest results included:
MG S5 EV
- ~90 % Adult Occupant Protection
- ~86 % Child Occupant Protection
- ~82 % Vulnerable Road User Protection
- ~79 % Safety Assist
Chery Tiggo 7 & Tiggo 8
- ~82 % Adult Occupant Protection
- ~86 % Child Occupant Protection
- ~80 % Vulnerable Road User Protection
- ~82 % Safety Assist
These robust figures support the view that safety leadership is no longer limited to premium or traditional brands.
Why Safety Ratings Matter for NSW Drivers
If you drive regularly on:
- Urban roads (heavy traffic + pedestrians)
- Highways (higher speeds + multi-lane conditions)
- Busy commuter routes (school zones, shopping precincts)
…then choosing a vehicle with strong ANCAP performance and advanced driver assists can help in two major ways:
- Reduce the likelihood of a crash — with features like Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), lane assist, and blind-spot monitoring.
- Increase crash protection — with robust occupant and pedestrian protection in unavoidable collisions.
Safety isn’t just a spec sheet box anymore — it’s something that impacts your family’s everyday life.
How Advanced Safety Features Help
Modern cars with five-star safety ratings typically offer:
✔ Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) ✔ Lane Keep Assist / Lane Centring ✔ Adaptive Cruise Control ✔ Blind Spot Monitoring & Rear Cross-Traffic Alert ✔ Driver Attention Alert ✔ Traffic Sign Recognition
These systems act as a second pair of eyes — especially useful in suburban traffic, highway travel and busy school zones.
Explore Safe, Five-Star Vehicles at Tynan
At Tynan Motors, safety is a core part of our vehicle advice. We can help you compare:
- EVs with strong safety results (like the MG S5 EV)
- SUVs with proven occupant protection
- Safety assist systems that matter most for NSW roads
Visit us at Tynan MG Sutherland or Tynan Chery Wollongong, or explore the full range of five-star vehicles across the Tynan network at tynan.com.au.
Final Word
Safety shouldn’t be an afterthought — especially when many vehicles now lead their segments not only in features but in crash performance.
With MG and Chery vehicles recognised as ANCAP Safety Top Performers in 2025, drivers in NSW have even more choice when it comes to safe, smart, family-friendly vehicles.
Drive confidently. Drive safely. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐