Does the new Santana have a rear anti-collision beam?
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The new Santana does not have a rear anti-collision steel beam, only equipped with a front anti-collision steel beam. The main function of the anti-collision steel beam is to transmit impact force. As the first barrier of passive safety in automobiles, the anti-collision steel beam is a U-shaped channel pressed from cold-rolled steel plates, connected to the frame longitudinal beams. It serves as an important safety device to absorb and mitigate external impact forces, protecting the front and rear parts of the vehicle body. The new Santana is a compact sedan with body dimensions of 4475mm in length, 1706mm in width, and 1469mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2603mm. In terms of appearance, the new Santana already adopts the current Volkswagen standard three-box sedan design style, whether it's the front face or the waistline curves. Its front face design features the Shanghai Volkswagen style.
I've checked the information about the new Santana myself. It usually comes with a rear anti-collision beam, which is a basic passive safety feature designed to absorb impact in rear-end collisions, protecting passengers and the vehicle's frame. However, this depends on the model year and regional version. For example, entry-level models might sometimes omit this feature. You can always confirm this by checking the official website's configuration list or consulting a dealer. I think this component is quite crucial. In case of a rear-end collision while driving, it can prevent severe deformation of the trunk and improve survival rates. When buying a car, it's best to test-drive it yourself or ask someone to check under the rear bumper to see if this beam is present. Don't just rely on the salesperson's claims—safety is something you can't afford to be careless about.
