If you're shopping for a new vehicle or upgrading your current ride, you might be asking: what is Subaru EyeSight? This advanced driver-assist system is one of the key safety technologies that sets Subaru apart. From reducing accidents to making your daily commute less stressful, the Subaru EyeSight system has become a trusted co-pilot for many drivers.
Let’s take a closer look at how EyeSight works, what it includes, and why it’s such a valuable feature in today’s driving environment.
What Is EyeSight in Subaru?
The Subaru EyeSight system is a suite of safety and driver-assist technologies designed to monitor traffic, optimize cruise control, and warn you—or even intervene—when necessary to help prevent accidents. It uses dual-color cameras mounted near the rearview mirror to watch the road ahead.
Unlike radar-based systems, EyeSight relies on a more natural, eye-level view of your surroundings. This helps it react more like a human driver, but with better precision and speed.
Key Features of the Subaru EyeSight System
So, what is Subaru EyeSight actually capable of? Here are the core features that come with it:
1. Adaptive Cruise Control
EyeSight doesn’t just maintain a set speed—it adjusts your speed to maintain a safe distance from the car in front of you. This makes long highway drives much more comfortable and safe.
2. Pre-Collision Braking
If EyeSight detects an imminent frontal collision, it can apply the brakes automatically to reduce the severity of the impact or avoid it altogether.
3. Lane Departure and Sway Warning
If your Subaru starts to drift out of its lane without a turn signal, EyeSight will alert you. It helps prevent unintentional lane changes caused by distractions or drowsiness.
4. Lane Keep Assist
When you're driving on the highway, this feature gently helps steer your vehicle back into the center of the lane if it starts to wander.
5. Pre-Collision Throttle Management
If you accidentally press the gas instead of the brake when a car or obstacle is in front of you, EyeSight reduces engine power to help prevent an accident.
These features work together to reduce the chances of rear-end collisions, lane drifting, and other common on-road hazards.
Why EyeSight Matters
According to studies, EyeSight has been shown to reduce rear-end crashes with injuries by up to 85%. That’s a major difference in terms of safety, not just for you, but for your passengers and other drivers.
Most newer Subaru models come standard with EyeSight, including the Subaru Outback, Forester, Ascent, Legacy, and Crosstrek. It’s part of Subaru’s commitment to making every vehicle as safe as possible, especially in real-world conditions where distractions are common.
Explore the EyeSight System at Hawk Subaru
Still wondering how Subaru EyeSight works and how it can benefit your daily drive? Come experience it in person at Hawk Subaru in Joliet. Our team can walk you through EyeSight’s features and set you up with a test drive in any of our EyeSight-equipped models.
Visit us today or schedule your visit online—safety has never felt this smooth.
