How do I know if a car seat will fit my car?

How to Safely Match a Car Seat with Your Car

  1. Research the car seat in person. Go to the store and ask the sales clerk if you can test the floor model in your vehicle.
  2. Visit a car seat check event.
  3. Read the instruction manual.
  4. Make sure your understand their car’s installation.
  5. Be mindful of rear-facing seat angles.

Does any car seat fit any ISOFIX?

Isofix seats will not fit in every car with Isofix points. As with any child car seat, follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully. Isofix cars have Isofix slots hidden behind the rear seats, in the joint between the back of the seat and the seat cushion.

Are all car seats compatible with all cars?

Not all car seats fit in all vehicles. Make sure the car seat is the right fit for your vehicle (PDF, 1.77 MB). Test the car seat you plan to buy to make sure it fits well in your vehicle. Buy a car seat that can be installed and used correctly every time.

What’s the difference between ISOfix and non ISOfix?

The difference between ISOfix and non ISOfix is the fitting system for the car seat and the car. If the car seat is non-ISOfix it would be fitted with a car seat belt, if it uses ISOfix it would be clicked onto the car’s ISOfix anchorage points.

Is ISOfix safer than non ISOfix?

If we look at all data, crash test, real life usage, and habits, Isofix is far safer than installing a car seat with seat belt. With Isofix, virtually no mistakes are made, something which can not be said about seat belt installs.

Are all car seats universal?

No, not all car seat bases are universal. When choosing a car seat base, it is vital to check and double-check that the base is compatible with your car seat make and model.

Whats the difference between a convertible and all in one car seat?

Convertible car seats are a great cost-effective solution as they mean you only need to purchase one car seat for your child to travel from infant to toddler. All-in-one car seats however are exactly what they say they are: a combination of all car seat modes in one!