What is ISOFIX
ISOFIX is an international standardised fitting system, which provides the safest, easiest and quickest way to install a child car seat correctly, without the need of car seat belts. From 2006, all new cars are equipped with Isofix and a top tether anchorage point. Isofix is also fitted in a large number of car brands built prior to 2006.
How does ISOFIX work
Installing a Maxi-Cosi Isofix car seat using the Isofix fitting points in your car creates a rigid connection between the car seat and the car chassis. Maxi-Cosi Isofix baby and toddler car seats and base units have a support leg which prevents forward rotation. An Isofix car seat or base needs to be installed once, after which you can leave the restraint in the car, ready for use on every trip.
Why choose Maxi-Cosi ISOFIX
Only 30% of child car seats using regular seat belts are installed and used correctly! With Isofix, a staggering 94% of all car seats is used correctly. Isofix offers the best possible safety for your child and ease of use to parents:
- Best possible safety through rigid Isofix connection of car seat and car chassis: force of impact is more controlled, resulting in less force being applied on the child
- Support leg for increased stability and safety
- Conveniently easy installation in car using standard fitting points
- No seat belt hassle
- Minimizes errors in installation and use that are more common in car seats secured with a regular seat belt
- Extra reassurance: Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix base features LED lights-and-sound display confirming correct fit of base and car seat, easy click & go
- Seat is also secured when driving without a child
Does my car accept a Maxi-Cosi ISOFIX car seat
Maxi-Cosi offers the following Isofix seats:
Check the car seat fitting list to see which Maxi-Cosi Isofix car seat fits your car and download the user instructions for more details (see Servicetab on the specific car seat page). To be certain that your Isofix car seat fits correctly, we recommend you bring your car to the store when purchasing a car seat. The trained staff will be able to show you how to fit and use the car seat properly.