Maxi Cosi Pria 85 Convertible Car Seat Review
The car seat comes with a detachable soft carrier which reduces the weight of the car seat by 50 percent. This is a great choice for parents who want to get the most of their investment.
It comes with a visible indicator that changes from red to green to inform you that the belt was properly tightened during installation. This ensures that your child's safety the seat in the event of an accident.
Height
Dorel Juvenile Group (Dorel) is recalling certain Maxi-Cosi Pria 85 Convertible car seats due to the fact that the head extension when using the lap belt only without a tether in forward facing mode can exceed Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213, "Child Restraint Systems." This will cause your child to be less protected from injury in the event of a crash. To determine the model number and date of manufacturing of the seat your child is using visit their recall website here.
This seat is very comfortable and has plenty of padding on the headrest to ensure your child's comfort when they ride. It comes with torso side-impact protection which can help prevent head trauma should there be an accident. The shell is cleaner than other seats, since it is open and allows you to wash away grime from the buckles and the seat back. It comes with two cup holders that feature an elastomer rim. However, they're too small for sippy cups.
The cover for the crotch buckle is hard to remove and can cause kids to complain about it pinching their thighs when they attempt to use the seat. The cover also covers the lengthy rigid belt stalks, which are difficult for older children to use when they are buckling themselves up in booster mode. The seat has a more rigid path than its rivals and is therefore more difficult to install and may require the assistance of an adult.
For rear-facing seats, the Pria comes with three crotch buckles that differ in size and location however, it only allows them to be used by children who weigh up to 85 pounds or 52" tall. This is a very low limit, and many children will outgrow the seat prior to this height limit.
It has a good line level on a decal for the belt of your vehicle, but no color coding or lock off that tells you when it's at the right angle to install and is secure enough. It's also very heavy and requires some wrestling to keep it upright during installation. The anchors for LATCH were not very good, but the tether was much easier to use.
Weight
Maxi Cosi is famous for its luxurious seating, and this one certainly lives up to that claim. The fabrics are extremely soft and soft and the seat is super comfortable to ride in even on long journeys (though getting kids in and out of it can be a gruelling exercise). This seat has three ways to adjust both the headrest height and the harness height. It also has built-in harness holders that keep the straps out of the way when the child is taking a ride in or out. The seat comes with two removable cup holders that are machine-washable and can be used for sippy cups or bottles.
The seat's rear-facing weight and height limit is lower than that of most of its rivals, at 40 pounds. It will be difficult to get children to 5 years old in this seat, before they have to change to a high-back booster. The crotch strap is only one position for children facing forward and we think that most children will outgrow the seat before they reach the belt-positioning booster.
The seat comes with a cushioned harness cover that protects the chest sensor while using the crotch buckle when in forward facing mode. It was a little more difficult to take off than other seats, and we wonder how it will last in time. However, it's machine washable and dryer safe. The Pria 85 Max comes with the magnetic ClipQuik chest clips designed to make it simple for caregivers to operate, but difficult for children to remove themselves.
This seat, like the Pria 85 Max has a very low rear-facing limit of 39 pounds and 41" It's a bit difficult for a lot of youngsters to use until they reach the 5 year mark, and there is only one forward-facing position on the crotch strap. car seat base maxi cosi pushchairsandprams is easier than that of most other seats we've tested. The LATCH anchors work well and the formed line that appears on the decal when the seat is correctly angled to allow belts to be installed can be helpful to first-time parents.
Head Circumference
The seat is well-padded and has a headrest and SIP area that will be suitable for children to ride in. It comes with 14 height adjustments for the headrest. This allows you to raise your child's head as they get older. This will help to ensure that their head is not too close to the back of the seat, which can cause significant injuries in a crash. The headrest also has an infant insert that can provide extra padding for your child to feel more comfortable.
The fabric on the Maxi-Cosi feels soft and high-quality. It's a bit more difficult to remove the cover and clean than other models however, you can wash it at the lowest setting. We also like the fact that the user's manual is kept inside the cover instead of being tacked to the harness straps as this makes it easier for caregivers to access it while installing or using the car seat.
When you are considering this car seat, it is important to keep in mind that the top tether is connected with clip. The clip is designed to minimize head movement during an accident. The tether is not required by the iSize regulations, but it could be a beneficial addition to your child's safety. The manual recommends using a tether if your child is less than 65 pounds, and instructs caregivers to use harness pads to help keep them out of the way during the installation.
It is worth noting that the Cosi car seat weighs slightly more than other seats in its class and its greater dimensions could pose a challenge for families who use it in rental cars or taxis. It also has two forward facing recline positions and the second is more reclined than position 1. This could cause a gap to form between your child's head, and the seat of the vehicle in the event of a crash.
This seat has great results in sled crash tests which is an indication of its overall security. It also comes with a large amount of padding and is easy to install and use. It's a great option for parents who wish to safeguard their children in any situation.
Neck Circumference
This isn't as big of a concern as head circumference when it comes to car seat safety however it is crucial to consider the size of your child's neck. A properly-fitted car seat should allow your child's head to be properly supported. Test this by placing your child's head in the car and watching whether their head is in contact with the back of the seat. If so, it's probably time to upgrade to the latest car seat.
One of the major differences between new iSize car seats and the older R44/04 car seats is that iSize makes use of length to alter the group for a particular seat rather than weight. This is due to the fact that children who are the same age differ greatly in height (tall/short) and weight (light/heavy). The length factor also takes into account that a child may experience a growth spurt and outgrow their car seat earlier than they expected.
The Pria 85 Max is an all-in-one convertible car seat that is rated up to 85 pounds and up to 52 inches tall. However, the crotch buckle can be a bit small and pinches kids' thighs when they are sitting in the seat for long periods of time. Maxi Cosi provides a crotch-buckle cover to alleviate this problem.
In sled crash tests the Pria 85 Max performed better than a lot of its rivals. This is a positive sign that the seat is built to high safety standards and will provide your child some extra margin of protection in frontal collision.
This seat comes with only one drawback in that installation is difficult. While it does have an built-in ISOFIX base but it doesn't come with a locking mechanism, and it could be difficult to install the belt through the lower anchors. It is also a top-heavy. This means that you'll have to wrestle with the seat to keep it in place and thread the vehicle belt through. This is a bit of a pain and will likely require several attempts to achieve the right result.