Maxi-Cosi Tinca, i-Size Baby Car Seat, Group 0+ Car Seat, From 45 Up to 75 cm, 0-12 kg, Essential Graphite

Support legs and top tethers are designed to prevent the base or car seat from moving forward in case of a crash. Only ISOFIX child seats are safely secured with the 2 fixing points only. When it comes to travel legislation across Europe, there are two safety standards that you should be aware of: R44 and R129/i-Size. Children up to the age of 12 years old or under a set height should always travel in a car seat that meets one of these approved standards. So now you know a little bit more about both car seats and have better understanding of the key differences, we hope we have made it easier for you to make an informed decision on the best car seat for you and your little one.But first, what is I-Size? I-Size is also known as the R129 regulation. It is the newest and highest test level for car seats. Our Maxi-Cosi Tinca will fit most cars, so no need to worry if you travel in different cars, your little one will always remain safe and comfortable in this Maxi-Cosi i-Size car seat. This lightweight baby car seat can either be installed using a seat belt or ISOFIX connectors. Our user manual guides you through the seat belt installation steps for a secure fit. Of course, time will fly and there will be the moment when your little one will outgrow their first car seat. Then, you can still continue using our FamilyFix2 as it also fits Pearl Smart i-Size i-Size and Pearl Pro2 i-Size toddler car seats, which can be used up to 4 years.

These days, more and more European cars have the ISOFIX system, so there is a good chance that yours will have it too. Our Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix2 easily attaches to your car’s ISOFIX anchor points. Make sure you follow the steps in our user manual for it to be correctly installed into your car. Whether in the car or on a walk, Tinca is one for everyone. This lightweight car seat is very easy to carry to and from the car because of it's low weight but still comfortable and safe for your little one due to the newborn inlay with headrest cushion. The Maxi-Cosi Tinca was designed for parents’ convenience. The Maxi-Cosi Tinca is an infant carrier, suitable for babies between 45-75cm. The car seat itself weighs only 3.2 kilos, so super light weight and built for parents in mind and making it very easy to carry their little one to and from the car. We also attached the car seat to our pushchair to create a travel system which makes life on the move so much easier. It attached to our pram with the relevant adaptors really easily and Arlen was definitely cosy as can be!

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The FamilyFix3 also fits our Pearl Pro 2 i-Size and Pearl Smart i-Size car seat for toddlers, allowing you to continue using it even after your little one has outgrown their first car seat or safety carrycot. Designed for safe travel and simple use, the Maxi-Cosi Tinca is an i-Size car seat that can be used from birth.

Don’t worry if your car doesn’t allow for ISOFIX installation. Our belted car seats are just as easy to use. Simply follow the instructions in the included manual and you and your little one are ready to go! These days, more and more European cars have the ISOFIX system, so there is a good chance that yours will have it too. Our Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix3 easily attaches to your car’s ISOFIX anchor points. Follow the steps in our user manual for it to be correctly installed into your car. All of our ISOFIX bases and ISOFIX car seats have two fixing points (yellow metal bars) to attach to the vehicle seat. Our ISOFIX bases have an additional support leg, to provide extra stability in case of a collision. Our ISOFIX car seats for toddlers either have an additional support leg or top tether for extra stability. R129/i-Size is the latest standard that has been introduced. This legislation focuses on the height of your child and not the weight when choosing the right car seat. Most experts recommends that your little one travels rearward-facing for at least 15 months, due to the strength of the muscles. Read more about I-sizeor rearward-facing to make the right choice for your family. The base has no marks on and was really easy to pop into the car. I found it so much easier to pop the car seat on and off from our other Maxi Cosi base. We had the Maxi Cosi Carbiofix originally.Interested in an ISOFIX car seat? Find out more with our guide here, including information about our best-selling models Upon opening, they were both in clear bags to protect them from scratches which I was really pleased with. No assembling needed! At Maxi-Cosi we have carried over 50 million babies home from the hospital. To offer your little one the best-in-class safety, our car seats and bases undergo constant testing. Safety should not be taken lightly. But that doesn’t mean your car seat can’t be. Weighing only 3.2 kilos, Tinca is our i-Size car seat which was designed for parents’ convenience. Next to that, it’s i-Size compliance guarantees safe car travels at any time. For your peace of mind, our ISOFIX bases and car seats have a colour indicator to confirm a correct fit. This way, you can rest assured that your little one is safely installed in the car at all times .