IntelliSafe – driver support and safety

IntelliSafe is Volvo Cars' philosophy regarding vehicle safety. IntelliSafe consists of a number of systems1 that are designed to help make driving safer, prevent accidents and protect passengers and other road users.

 Warning

The functions are supplementary aids – they cannot manage all situations in all conditions.

The driver is always responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is driven in a safe manner and in accordance with applicable traffic rules and regulations.

Support

IntelliSafe has the following functions designed to help the driver operate the vehicle more safely.

  • Active high beam
  • Tunnel detection
  • Pilot Assist
  • Cross Traffic Alert*
  • Blind Spot Information*
  • Park Assist*
  • Park Assist Pilot*
  • Park Assist Camera*
  • Road Sign Information*
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Roll Stability Control
  • Cruise control
  • Adaptive Cruise Control*
  • Rear Collision Warning
  • Driver Alert Control
  • All-Wheel Drive (AWD)2

Prevention

IntelliSafe has the following functions designed to help the driver prevent accidents.

  • City Safety
  • Distance Alert*
  • Lane Keeping Aid
  • Collision Avoidance

Protection

IntelliSafe has the following interacting functions to help protect the driver and passengers in certain situations in the event of an accident.

  • Whiplash Protection System
  • Seat belt with seat belt tensioner
  • Airbags

 Note

Read the individual parts about each system to fully understand the functions and be notified of important warnings.
  1. 1 Some of these systems are standard, while others are options. This may vary depending on market, vehicle model and model year.
  2. * Option/accessory.
  3. 2 All Wheel Drive