Maxi Cosi Pria 85 Reviews – Is This Car Seat Any Good?

First, we will take a look at the Maxi Cosi Pria 85 measurements and specifications. Checking this information carefully will help you determine whether the Pria 85 Max is suitable for you. 

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So, you have had an overview of the Maxi Cosi Pria 85. As you can see, this product boasts a wide range of benefits. However, it still possesses some weaknesses that disappoint many users.

In this section, we will break down the code of the Maxi Cosi Pria 85 and evaluate this product in four different aspects of safety, comfort, ease of use, and maintenance.

1. Safety

In terms of safety, the Maxi Cosi Pria 85 meets the required safety standards. It features an advanced cushion system with Air Protect technology for a safer side impact to protect the most vulnerable parts of your child. With the design of airbags around the head, chest, and shoulder, kids will have the proper protection in case of impacts.

Besides, parents can easily secure their kids with the ClipQuik magnetic chest clip. It is a little bit tricky to use at first, but when you know how, it will be a snap-on safety chest clip that only takes you a tik tok to set up.

We have collected a real-life testimonial from a parent who has been through a serious rear-end crash with her 3-year-old son. Her kid was safe and sound from the crash thanks to the deployed airbags of the Maxi Cosi Pria 85.

So, this product deserves a thumb for its reliability in protecting children.

2. Comfort

When choosing a baby car seat, one of the most important things that you will notice is the comfortability. And the Maxi Cosi Pria 85 can give you peace of mind that your kids will be well-supported and comfortable during the trip.

The seat is padded with extra cushioning at the back and two sides for a comfy sitting even during several hours of traveling. Another big advantage of this model is the breathable fabric that can be used for both hot and cold weather.

The Maxi Cosi Pria can be installed as rear-facing for forward-facing according to your preference. And if you might worry about the typical legroom problem with most rear-facing car seats, this well-designed option with spacious legroom can please you.

On the plus side, parents will find it easier to load and unload their kids with low sides for more accessibility. Also, it features harness holder clips to keep the harness out of the way when loading and unloading.

3. Ease of Use

The biggest problem with a baby car seat is to install it in your car. 

Unlike other complicated systems of straps and harness, the Maxi Cosi Pria 85 features a one-click LATCH system. You can install the seat rear-facing with your built-in LATCH anchor for kids of up to 40lbs. However, it is not recommended to use this system for forward-facing installation.

Another option for installing the Pria 85 Max is seat-belt installation. It is a quick and easy way to set up the seat. But this seat doesn’t feature a built-in lock-off device. So, you need to understand how the seatbelt locks before putting everything up.

No matter which way you will use to install the Pria 85 Max, it’s recommended to use the tether when forward-facing installation.

If you own a Sedan, you can quickly find the tether anchors inside your car. But if you have a Hatchback, Wagon, Crossover, or SUV, you need to check the vehicle manual for the specific location of the tether anchors.

4. Maintenance

Last but not least, many parents love the Maxi Cosi Pria 85 for its ease of maintenance.

Unlike other car seat covers, the Pria 85 Max’s cover can be taken off easily without removing the seat from the car. Besides, it is machine-washable and dryer-safe, which will save you a lot of time in cleaning.

On the other hand, the Pria 85 Max’s straps are the pain of many parents. According to the manual, they cannot be removed for cleaning, which is extremely frustrating. Instead of trying to take off the straps, you should clean them with a damp cloth and a little soap.