Audi has seven vehicles that earned TOP SAFETY PICK+ recognition in the IIHS 2026 award program. The lineup includes a range of Audi models across multiple segments, from versatile luxury SUVs to premium sedans and fully electric vehicles.

Each model represents Audi’s focus on advanced engineering, intelligent technology, and refined driving experiences. Whether drivers are looking for everyday versatility, electric performance, or the sophistication of a luxury sedan, the IIHS-recognized Audi lineup offers a variety of options to explore.

The IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ award recognizes vehicles that perform strongly in a range of standardized safety evaluations. Issued by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), it represents the organization’s highest level of recognition for vehicle safety performance.

To qualify for TOP SAFETY PICK+ in 2026, vehicles must meet strict criteria across multiple crash tests and safety assessments. This includes achieving Good ratings in key evaluations such as the small overlap front test, moderate overlap front test, and side crash test.

IIHS also evaluates safety technology, including headlight performance, pedestrian front crash prevention, and vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention. Together, these assessments provide insight into both occupant protection and driver assistance features designed to support safer driving.


Audi A6 Earns TOP SAFETY PICK+

The Audi A6 joins Audi’s growing lineup of models recognized with TOP SAFETY PICK+ recognition.

In IIHS testing, the A6 earned Good ratings in key crash tests and met the required standards for headlights and front crash prevention. With the addition of the A6, seven Audi models have received TOP SAFETY PICK+ recognition for 2026.

The recognition adds another layer of confidence to a luxury sedan designed around comfort, advanced technology, and refined performance.

Audi’s popular Q5 lineup continues to demonstrate a balance of premium design, everyday versatility, and advanced safety technology. Both the Audi Q5 and Q5 Sportback earned IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ recognition as part of the organization’s 2026 awards.

The Q5 delivers the practicality and confidence expected from a luxury SUV, while the Q5 Sportback adds a more dynamic silhouette with its distinctive Sportback design. Both models provide drivers with a choice of style while sharing the same IIHS award recognition.

For drivers across Toronto and the GTA, the Audi Q5 and Q5 Sportback offer a combination of refined design, innovative technology, and safety-focused engineering for everyday journeys.


Audi Electric Models Earn TOP SAFETY PICK+

Audi’s electric lineup combines advanced technology, premium design, and intelligent safety features. Three fully electric models the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron, Q6 e-tron, and Q6 Sportback e-tron have earned IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ recognition.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron has also received recognition from additional independent safety programs, including a five-star rating from the 2026 U.S. New Car Assessment Program and a five-star Euro NCAP rating in 2025. These results highlight the range of safety evaluations available to help drivers compare vehicle performance.

Safety organizations use different testing methods and criteria, meaning their ratings are not directly interchangeable. Together, these evaluations provide additional insight into how vehicles perform across various standardized safety assessments.


What Do Audi Safety Ratings Mean for Toronto Drivers?

From downtown streets to highway commutes across the GTA, Toronto drivers need a vehicle that delivers confidence in a wide range of conditions. Audi vehicles are designed with advanced safety technology, intelligent driver assistance features, and engineering focused on helping drivers feel secure behind the wheel.

The IIHS Top Safety Pick+ awards provide another way to evaluate Audi models through standardized safety testing. These evaluations consider areas such as crash protection, crash-prevention technology, and lighting performance to help highlight vehicles that perform strongly in important safety categories.

While IIHS testing is conducted in the United States, Canadian Audi models may vary by trim, equipment, and available features. Drivers should confirm the specifications of the Audi model they are considering to understand the technology and features included.