Body Structure
Body StructureLightweight and Highly Rigid Body
High tensile strength steel is used as indicated in the following illustration in order to secure safety and achieve a lightweight body.
Safety Features
1. General
The impact absorbing structure provides a construction that can effectively absorb the energy of impact in the event of a front or side collision. Also, it realizes an excellent occupant protection performance through the use of reinforcements and members that help minimize cabin deformation.
2. Impact Absorbing Structure for Frontal Collision
The door beltline reinforcement, dash to pillar brace, cowl to pillar brace, and floor member effectively absorb and disperse the energy of impact in the event of a frontal collision.
3. Impact Absorbing Structure for Side Collisions
Each reinforcement, side impact protection beam, and seat rod effectively absorb and disperse the energy of impact in the event of a side collision.