If you have a soon-to-be driver in your household, chances are good that the notion of them out on the road is making you a little nervous. Ensuring that they’re driving the right vehicle, however, can help assuage your worries. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently released its vehicle recommendations for teens, and there were several new and pre-owned Mazda models on the list. Lester Glenn Mazda has the details.
Best New MAZDA Vehicles for Teens
The 2025 Mazda3 – both the hatchback and sedan – is a premier choice by the IIHS. It received a Top Safety Pick+ designation, which is the highest rating given by the organization. Many Mazda SUVs were also deemed as excellent vehicles for teens, including the Mazda CX-30 and Mazda CX-70. These too were awarded with a Top Safety Pick+.
A major reason why Mazda models are great for new drivers is because they come with the i-Activsense® suite of safety systems. Available features include:
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Adaptive Front-Lighting System
- Smart City Brake Support
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control™
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- High Beam Control System
Best Pre-Owned MAZDA Vehicles for Teens
Many specific years of older Mazda cars were also singled out by the IIHS. In addition to the Mazda3, this includes the Mazda6 sedan. In the SUV class, a pre-owned Mazda CX-3, Mazda CX-5, and Mazda CX-9 are all considered smart choices for teen drivers. You can see the entire list here.
Find the New or Pre-Owned MAZDA Car for Your Teen
Any time your teen gets behind the wheel, you’ll be a little anxious. But with a Mazda model, you won’t have to worry. Visit Lester Glenn Mazda in Toms River, NJ, to check out all of the new and pre-owned vehicles in stock.
