New Yeti Outdoor Safety

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

ESC, or Electronic Stability Control, helps every driver to handle critical situations, when the car is getting into the skid. The control unit constantly compares current data about the driving behaviour of the vehicle with the preset values. If the values do not match, the control unit gives command to stabilize the vehicle. The stability program uses the abilities of ABS, ASR and few other special sensors. This allows it to prevent slipping or locking the wheels. The principle of its function is limiting the engine torque and braking the inner rear wheel in case of understeer, or outer front wheel in case of oversteer.

ESC provides significant help to the driver, but it still can’t overcome the laws of nature. The ESC can help the driver only if the limits of grip are not exceeded, at least on the wheels used to stabilize the vehicle.

Bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights and dynamic angle control

Intelligent all-wheel drive

The 4x4 drive is provided by the 5th generation Haldex coupling, which automatically engages the rear wheel drive to guarantee the optimal transmission of power to the road. This is controlled by the Haldex ECU, based on the data from the engine, ABS/ESC sensors and steering wheel angle sensor. The all wheel drive is fully compatible with the electronic stability systems (ABS, ESC) and continually modulates the torque sent to the rear wheels.

During acceleration, the rear wheels are most effective at transfering power, so the Haldex coupling transfers as much torque as possible to the rear wheels. On the other hand, when driving at higher speeds, the rear wheel is engaged only when necessary. In case of ESC intervention, the control of the Haldex coupling is taken over by the ABS/ESC control unit. There is no need to transfer the torque to the rear wheels while braking, so the coupling is disengaged.

Airbags

The airbags act to prevent the contact of occupant’s body with the rigid components of the vehicle. This ŠKODA model may be equipped with up to 9 airbags.

Side airbags front

Side airbags, placed in the front seats of both driver and passenger provide effective protection of pelvis, abdomen and thorax in case of side impact.

Side airbags rear

Also rear passengers can benefit from protection provided by side airbags.

Up to 9 airbags

The Yeti Outdoor's rigid body can be fitted with up to 9 airbags. The passengers can rely on complex protection provided in case of accident.

Front airbags

The driver is protected with front airbag in the steering wheel, while front passenger airbag (with the optional deactivation) is mounted in the dashboard.

Head airbags

Head airbags cover the side windows area and car’s inner structures from the front A-pillar all the way back to the C-pillar. They protect the heads of passengers in front and rear seats, providing maximum safety.

Knee airbag for the driver

The driver’s knee airbag is mounted in the lower part of the dashboard, under the steering wheel column, protecting the driver’s legs in case of frontal impact.

Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)

On the road with different surfaces on each side, for example dry tarmac on one side and ice or snow on the other, you will appreciate the EDL differential lock. This system works together with ABS sensors. Electronic control unit continually receives data from ABS wheel speed sensors on the driven wheels. If ECU detects that one wheel is slipping, it applies the brake pressure to match its speed to the second, non-slipping wheel. This also directs the torque to the wheel with better traction, which is able to transfer more power. The EDL advantages are most obvious during acceleration or driving up the hill with low traction under one of the driven wheels.

Isofix anchoring points

Isofix anchoring points on the rear seats ensure better mounting of the children seats in the vehicle and provide its better attachment to the car’s body. This is important for safety in case of a crash.

Further anchoring points in the luggage compartment can be used for fixing the child seat by the TopTether system, which reduces the rotational movement of the child seat around the anchoring points’ axis. In case of an accident, this helps to slow down the child’s forward movement. TopTether is supplementary to the Isofix system.

Rigid Body Structure

High quality, rigid body structure is the essence of safety in all types of crashes. To achieve high durability of the monocoque, extremely strong materials were used, especially around the passenger area, where only minimal deformations are allowed.

Front and rear part of the vehicle provide maximum energy absorption during crash. Special engine mounts prevent its intrusion to the passenger area. In case of heavy impact, the engine slides under the passenger area, where it doesn’t endanger anyone.

The design of the steering wheel column limits movement of the steering wheel against the driver in case of the front impact. Placing of the pedals ensures that they slide away in case of impact, reducing the risk of the leg injury to the driver.