The ADAS safety system, although it started in luxury cars, is gradually becoming more affordable and it is now possible to get low-cost cars with ADAS. It is already available in some models in more economical segments, although full versions with advanced features (such as adaptive cruise control or sign recognition) are still more common in mid-range and top-of-the-line models.If you're not familiar with the term ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), it's because the name became widely used in the automotive industry in the 2000s when automakers introduced advanced driver assistance systems. Prior to this, the products that are now part of ADAS were often referred to individually or categorized as passive and active protection systems.
The concept of ADAS took over in the early 2010s, when companies like Tesla, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo began releasing vehicles with driver assistance. Advances in sensors, cameras and software have allowed communication between different systems, leading to the unification of these resources under a single term. Therefore, today, the term ADAS is widely accepted, representing a group of technologies that focus on security and partial automation.
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The ADAS system: what is it and how does it work? Do airbags protect after one or several turns? ADAS technology could save 250 thousand lives in traffic by 2053, study predicts 7 cheaper cars with ADAS By 2024, some of the cars considered cheapest with ADAS system in Brazil contain vehicles with advanced safety. It is important to make it clear that in the Brazilian automobile market, getting cheaper does not necessarily mean a bargain. And that, among the models listed, not all offer such comprehensive protection considering the price.
That said, check out the main car options in this category below.
Hyundai HB20 Sense Plus (Photo: Disclosure) It is one of the most affordable compact hatch variants and has some safety features that can interact with the basic features of the ADAS system. However, it's important to note that it doesn't offer all of the more advanced features available on higher-end models.
Useful features of HB20 Sense Plus:
Stability and traction control help keep the vehicle stable in cases of slipping or loss of grip. Hill start assistant to make starting on hills easier, preventing the car from rolling backwards. Cruise control (autopilot) maintains a constant speed set by the driver, which is useful when traveling. Six airbags, including side and curtain airbags, compatible with passive protection systems. Remember that, although it has advantages over the basic model, the HB20 Sense Plus does not include features such as:
Independent emergency brake. Blind spot warning. Lane Keeping Assistant. Adaptive cruise control system. These features are in the higher versions of the HB20, as the next item on the list. This model has an average price of R$87 thousand*.
Hyundai HB20 Platinum Safety TGDI AT (Image: Opening) One of the most complete versions of the 2021 HB20 line, it features the Smartsense package, which includes advanced driver assistance technology (ADAS). Available features include:
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) detects obstacles and automatically applies the brakes to avoid a collision. Lane Keeping and Centering Assist (LKA) keeps the car in its lane and notifies the driver if they deviate from the route. Adaptive High Beam (HBA) automatically adjusts the high beam to avoid scaring other drivers. Fatigue detector: alerts the driver by detecting signs of fatigue. Other highlights:
120 hp 1.0 TGDI turbo engine with 6-speed automatic transmission. Premium leather seats. Multimedia hub with 8-inch screen and Android Auto/Apple CarPlay connectivity. 16-inch diamond-cut wheels. Rear parking sensors and reversing camera. The price of the HB20 Platinum Safety TGDI AT is approximately R$114,590*, varying depending on component and package options.
Peugeot 208 Griffe 1.6 AT (Image/Disclosure) This Peugeot model is one of the most complete versions of the line, including the ADAS package as standard. It offers advanced technologies such as forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, traffic sign recognition, lane keeping assistance, fatigue detector and automatic high beams.
In Brazil, the price of the Peugeot 208 Griffe Turbo 1.0 CVT is R$ 116,490* in the normal market. For PCDs, after exemptions and sector bonuses, the price can be reduced to R$97,633*.
In addition, the car offers other standard items, such as a high-resolution roof, multimedia center with 10.3-inch screen, i-Cockpit 3D, leather seats, digital air conditioning, reversing camera and human key, among others. .
Fiat Pulse Impetus (Image: Opening) The Fiat Pulse Impetus, Fiat's flagship compact SUV, is equipped with a complete set of ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems). This includes features such as independent emergency braking, lane departure warning and automatic high beam switching, features that improve driving safety and comfort.
Other highlights of the update include leather-covered seats, a steering wheel with height and depth adjustment, digital air conditioning, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, tire pressure monitoring and a multimedia center with a 10.1-inch screen. It also features 17-inch diamond wheels and custom trim.
The price of the Fiat Pulse Impetus 2021 is US$123,490*. There are other package options, such as Fiat Connect/Me, which adds advanced connectivity and integrated GPS, for around US$2,650.
The ADAS-equipped model of the Volkswagen Virtus Highline (Image: Disclosure) offers a series of features aimed at safety and comfort. Available technologies include ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control), which automatically adjusts cruising speed to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front, and AEB (Autonomous Emergency Braking), which helps prevent collisions. Other features include Fatigue Detection, Post-Collision Braking System and the exclusive XDS+ system, which provides stability when cornering.
This model comes with 6 airbags, a digital dashboard, a state-of-the-art multimedia center, as well as a 1.0 TSI engine, which offers excellent recovery and fuel economy. The predicted price of the Virtus Highline in 2024 is R$139,990*.
Chevrolet Onix Premier (Image: Review) This advanced system offers driver assistance technology with features such as:
Forward collision warning with independent emergency braking; Blind spot alert; Semi-automatic parking assistant; Front, rear and side parking sensors; Rear collision and pedestrian warning; Distance warning to the vehicle in front. In addition, the Onix Premier has comfortable features and finishes, such as leather seats, automatic digital air conditioning, induction cell phone charger and rearview camera with good visibility.
The suggested price of Onix Premier with all security and technology features is R$119,790*. It comes equipped with a 116 hp 1.0 turbo engine and six-speed automatic transmission, offering a delicate balance between performance and efficiency.
Volkswagen Polo Comfortline 2024 (Photo: Disclosure) The medium sedan is equipped with a 1.0 turbo engine (TSI) and six-speed automatic transmission. It has features such as cruise control (autopilot), digital air conditioning with outlets for rear seats, keyless system with start button, 15-inch alloy wheels, 8-inch dashboard and updated interior finish, including leather details in the steering wheel and gear shift knob.
As for ADAS systems, the Comfortline has driving assistance features, such as traction and stability controls (ESC and ASR), Hill Hold Control (ramp start assistant), rear parking sensors and automatic post-collision braking. However, there is no mention of advanced features like adaptive cruise control or autonomous emergency braking in this version. The price starts at R$110,990* on the official listing.
*Prices consulted for November 2024, subject to change.