Collision Warning from Driver Support
The driver support systems Adaptive Cruise Control* and Pilot Assist* can help alert the driver if the distance to the vehicle ahead suddenly decreases to an unsafe distance.

Audible signal at risk of collision
Collision warning symbol
Camera/radar sensor distance monitoring
Adaptive Cruise Control and Pilot Assist brake with approx. 40% of braking power. If a situation requires more braking force than driver support can provide, and the driver does not apply the brakes, a warning light and audible warning signal will be activated to alert the driver that immediate action is required.

Collision warning symbol on the windshield
In vehicles equipped with a head-up display*, a flashing warning symbol will be displayed on the windshield.
* Option/accessory.
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