Maxi-Cosi Euro NXT Review

Specifications

RRP

$729 at Baby Bunting only

Type

Type A4/B convertible car seat

Weight

8kg

Age

Rearward facing: 0 – 2-3yrs (approx)
Forward facing: 12mo – 4yrs (approx)

Dimensions

H 66 x W 46 x D 45 cm
(60cm depth in rearward facing mode)

Height markers

Lower marker
(must rearward face under marker): n/a
Middle marker (turn to forward facing): n/a
Upper marker (stop use): n/a

Anchoring

ISOFIX
Seatbelt

Adjustability

5 position adjustable headrest
3 position forward-facing seat recline
“QuickFit” – raises head and shoulder height in one motion without removing seat

Harness

6-point harness and top tether

Other features

G-CELL side protection
Air Protect superior side impact protection
Infant insert
Cool baby wicking fabric
Removable and machine washable seat covers
Car seat protector mat included

Warranty

10 years on shell and 3 years on fabric

The Maxi-Cosi Accident Exchange Service offers new for old replacement of your car seat in the event of a car accident.

CREP safety rating using ISOFIX

Protection rating

Forward facing
2.9
2.9/5
Rearward facing
3.3
3.3/5

Ease of use rating

Forward facing
3.2
3.2/5
Rearward facing
2.9
2.9/5

CREP safety rating using seat belt

Protection rating

Forward facing
3.8
3.8/5
Rearward facing
3.3
3.3/5

Ease of use rating

Forward facing
3.1
3.1/5
Rearward facing
2.9
2.9/5

Pros and cons

Pros

+ Top of the line safety features (Air Protect and G-Cell)
+ Extended rearward facing to 2-3 years
+ Cool baby wicking fabric
+ Infant insert for younger babies
+ ISOFIX

Cons

– Reports of headrest not being able to extend fully
– Infant insert is very snug, can be warm
– Harness can be difficult to tighten

Bottom line:

The Maxi-Cosi Euro NXT is one of Maxi-Cosi’s high end convertible car seats with the latest Air Protect head cushion protection and G-Cell side impact protection. Extended rearward facing to 2-3 years is also possible with this car seat and ISOFIX connectors (called ISOGO by Maxi-Cosi) give you another option for anchoring the seat.

The Euro NXT has the premium ‘Cool Baby Wicking Fabric’ and an infant insert keeps newborn babies snug and secure, but can make your baby too warm. 

Some users report the headrest does not extend high enough for your child’s shoulders to reach the upper marker, which may limit the seat, and it is unclear whether this has been fixed or not. This may limit your ability to extend use as your child grows.

Who this is for:

Parents looking for a high-end compact convertible car seat with the latest safety features with ISOFIX.

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