Child occupant
Based on dummy readings in the dynamic tests, the Citan
scored maximum points for its protection of both the 3 year and the 1? year
dummy. In the frontal test, forward movement of the 3 year old dummy, sat in a
forward facing restraint, was not excessive and, in the side impact, both
dummies were properly contained within the protective shells of their restraints, minimising the likelihood of
head contact with parts of the car interior. The passenger airbag cannot be
disabled, so a rearward-facing child restraint cannot be used in that seating
position. Most of the child restraints for which the car is designed could be
installed without a problem. However, the group II/III seat could not be
properly accommodated and care was needed to ensure the ISOFIX anchorages were properly
engaged with the Britax Römer Duo Plus.
Cars before VIN WDF4157031U119604 had an earlier version of
the user manual with less detailed information about the fitment of child
restraints. However, the overall star
rating of these cars would be the same as the vehicles tested. An updated user manual is available for all
customer at the Mercedes-Benz webpage (www.mercedes-benz.com).
Pedestrian
The bumper was predominantly good but the front edge of the
bonnet provided poor protection in most of the areas tested. Adequate protection was provided by the
bonnet over much of its surface but protection in those areas where an adult's
head might strike was mostly poor.
Safety assist
The Citan is equipped with electronic stability control as
standard equipment, and met Euro NCAP's test requirements. A seatbelt reminder is available for the
driver's seat only. As no system is available for the front passenger seat or
the rear seats, the system was not assessed. A driver-set manual speed
assistance system is available. However,
the warning given to the driver if the set speed is exceeded was visual only,
and did not meet Euro NCAP's requirements.
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