Crumple Zones

The MKI has crumple zones as well as five separate bulkheads:

  • one behind the radiator
  • one on the front firewall
  • one behind the seats
  • one behind the engine bay
  • one behind the trunk

Also the external rear sheet metal is much thinner and absorbs a rear impact to the trunk.

The 1985 MR 2 had a 5 star collision rating (maximum safety rating) for both driver and passenger in a frontal collision.