Is the Cupra Terramar Really Safe? ANCAP Results Revealed

The Cupra Terramar has officially landed in Australia and New Zealand, and it is already making waves with its 5-star safety rating from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program. The new mid-size SUV proved its strength across all crash test categories, showing solid performance not just for drivers and passengers, but also for pedestrians and cyclists.

In physical crash tests, the Terramar earned maximum points for driver protection in both full-width and side impacts. For child safety, the Terramar scored 87 percent, thanks to excellent results in frontal offset and side impact scenarios. There was a small concern with chest protection for second-row adult passengers in the full-width frontal crash, where the score was marked as marginal.

Vulnerable road users were not forgotten either. The vehicle scored 82 percent for pedestrian and cyclist protection, and 78 percent for safety assist technologies. The Terramar’s autonomous emergency braking system performed impressively in forward collision situations with cars, pedestrians, and cyclists—even in turning maneuvers. However, it does not offer reverse AEB, which could have added an extra layer of safety.

The 5-star rating covers all petrol and hybrid front-wheel and all-wheel drive variants. However, buyers in New Zealand should note that not all features come standard. While Australia gets blind spot monitoring, cyclist dooring alerts, and intelligent adaptive cruise control as standard, these features are not guaranteed in every New Zealand model. Additionally, the center seat in the second row of New Zealand models lacks a top tether anchor for child seats, making it unsuitable for young children.