Maxi Cosi Pria 85 Convertible Car Seat Review
The car seat comes with a soft car seat that can be removed, reducing the weight of the car seat by 50 percent. It's a great choice for parents who want to make the most of their investment.
It has a visual indicator that changes from green to red to inform you that the seat belt has been properly tightened during installation. This will ensure that your child is secured in their seat during 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 without the tether in forward facing mode may exceed Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213, "Child Restraint Systems." This will result in your child being less protected from injury in the event of an accident. To determine the model number and the date of manufacture of the seat your child is using visit their recall website here.
This seat is very comfortable and offers plenty of padding on the headrest to ensure your child's comfort when they ride. It also comes with the torso with side impact protection, which is a nice feature that can help protect your child's head from injury in the event of a collision. Its shell is a little easier to clean than other seats, since it's open and allows you to wipe away grime from the buckle areas as well as the seat back. It does come with two cup holders integrated, with a rubber rim that can be a bit too small for larger sippy cup or snacks.
The cover for the crotch buckle is difficult to remove and could cause children to complain that it pinches their thighs when they try to use the seat. The cover also covers stiff belt stalks, which can be difficult for older children to use when buckled up in booster mode. This seat has a shorter rigid path than its rivals which makes it more difficult to install and may require assistance from an adult.
The Pria rear-facing seat has three crotch strap slots that differ in size and location. However they are only suitable for children weighing up to 85 lbs, or 52 inches tall. That's very short and a lot of children will outgrow the seat well before reaching that height, especially if they are placed in the most upright harness position, which requires the shoulders to be above the top of the headrest fully extended.
It has a good line that is level on a decal to the belt on your vehicle but there is no color-coding or lock off to inform you if it's on the right angle for install and is secure enough. It is also very top heavy, and it requires some effort to keep it upright when installing. The LATCH anchors were not very good, but the tether was a lot easier to use.
Weight
Maxi Cosi has a reputation for quality and this seat is not a exception. The fabric is extremely soft and soft and the seat is super comfy to ride in, even on long journeys (though getting kids in and out of it can be a gruelling exercise). The seat comes with three ways to adjust both the height of the headrest and the height of the harness. It also has built-in harness holders which keep the straps out the way when a child is going in or out. This seat also has two removable, machine-washable cup holders with an open design that can hold sippy cups and bottles that have handles.
The rear-facing weight and height limit is lower than the majority of its competitors, with a maximum weight of 40 pounds. This means it's a bit difficult to get the majority of kids to 5 years old in this seat before they are required to change to a high back booster. The crotch strap only has one position for children facing forward, and we believe that the majority of children will outgrow it before they reach the belt-positioning booster.
This seat comes with a padded harness cover that protects the chest sensor when you use the crotch buckle when in forward-facing mode. We found it a bit harder to remove than some of the competition and we're curious how it will stand up to repeated washings. However, it's machine washable and dryer-safe. The Pria 85 Max comes with the magnetic ClipQuik chest clips, which are designed to be easy for caregivers to operate but difficult for children to remove themselves.
Similar to the Pria 85 Max, this seat has a low rear-facing limit at 39 pounds and 41 inches. It will be a challenge for children to use until they reach the 5-year-old mark, and there's only one forward-facing position on the strap for the crotch. The process of installing the seat is simpler than other seats we test. The LATCH anchors work well and the molded line that appears on the decal when the seat is properly angled to allow belts to be installed can be useful to new parents.
Head Circumference
This seat has a well-padded headrest and SIP area that is suitable for children to ride in. We like that it has 14 height adjustments for the headrest, allowing you to raise your child's head as they increase in height. This will help ensure that their head is not too close to the back of the seat, which can result in serious injuries in a crash. It's also a benefit that the headrest includes an infant insert, which will add some extra padding to help your child be more comfortable.
The fabric on the Maxi-Cosi is soft and luxurious. It's more difficult to clean and remove than other brands however, it can be washed in the washing machine at a cold setting. We also like the fact that the user's manual is stored inside the cover instead of being tacked to the harness straps. This makes it easier for caregivers to access it while installing or using the car seat.
One thing to keep in mind when you are considering this car seat is that it utilizes a clip for the top tether that is intended to reduce head movement during an accident. The tether isn't required by i-Size regulations, but it can be a helpful addition to your child's safety. The manual recommends using a tether if your child is under 65 pounds. It also advises caregivers to use the harness pads to keep them out of the way during installation.
Another thing to think about is that the Cosi weighs slightly more than the standard car seat in this class. its larger width could be a problem for families who use it in taxis or other rental vehicles. It also has two forward facing recline positions. The second is more reclined than position one. This could cause an opening between your child's head and the car seat back in a crash.
maxi cosi booster seat pushchairsandprams.uk is a great performer in sled crash tests, which is an indication of its overall security. It also comes with a large amount of padding and is simple to put together and use. It's an excellent choice for parents who want to make sure that their child is safe in every situation.
Neck Circumference
It's not as crucial as the circumference of the head for car seat safety but it is important to consider the neck size of your child. A properly-fit car seat will allow your child to travel with their head held. You can test this by placing your child's head in the car seat and observing if the top of their head is touching the car seat back. If it is, it's time to upgrade them to a new car seat.
The new iSize car seats differs from the older R44/04 car seat in that it relies on length instead of weight to determine the grouping for a particular seat. This is due to the fact that children of the same age can differ significantly in height (tall/short) and weight (light/heavy). The length calculation also is a consideration that a child may have a growth spurt at any point and get out of their current car seat sooner than anticipated.
The Pria 85 Max is an all-in-one convertible car seat which is rated up to 85 pounds and 52 inches tall. The crotch strap could be too long and could pinch the legs of children who are in the seat for long periods. Maxi Cosi offers a crotch buckle cover to alleviate this issue.
The Pria 85 Max outperformed many of its competitors in the sled crash test. This is a sign the seat was designed to meet the highest standards of safety. It should provide your child with some additional protection in the event of a collision.
The seat has one downside in that installation is difficult. While it does come with an built-in ISOFIX base, it does not feature a locking mechanism, and it could be difficult to install the vehicle belt through the lower anchors. It's also very top-heavy. This means that you'll need to wrestle with the seat to keep it upright while threading the belt through the narrow belt pathway. It's not easy and may take several attempts to get this right.