8 Car Seats Compatible With Uppababy Cruz (incl. Adapters)

The last thing you want to be doing is waking your LO when moving her from your vehicle to the stroller. 

But only a handful of car seats are compatible with the Uppababy Cruz. You will also need the right adapters.

Car seats compatible with Uppababy Cruz come with high safety ratings, side impact protection, and are easy to install.

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Car Seats Compatible With Uppababy Cruz

1. UPPAbaby Mesa Max Infant Car Seat

The UPPAbaby Mesa Max infant car seat works with Uppababy Cruz stroller. 

With no need for extra adapters needed to transform the Uppababy Cruz into a travel system. You simply remove the attached stroller seat and with the car seat facing towards you, place the Mesa into the stroller chassis. 

Without the need for any extra attaches, it is easy to transfer your sleeping little one to the stroller without the need to wake them. In addition to the ease of use, this pairing works well due to increased safety measures included with the Mesa car seat. 

A disadvantage of this combination is that the car seat and stroller are sold separately and not part of a pre-made travel system set.

What We Liked

  • The car seat and stroller are both lightweight making it easy to push. 
  • There is no need for any additional adaptors to secure the stroller and seat. 
  • The seat can be removed with one hand due to the location of the release button. 
  • It provides cushioned and comfortable travel for your baby. 
  • Includes a large canopy protecting your little one. 

What Can Be Improved

  • The base and car seat combined can be bulky and require reasonable space. 
  • The travel system combination is sold separately.
  • The color designs are fairly natural and limited colors are available.

Adapter: Not required
Seat Weight: 9.9 lbs (4.4 kg)
Dimensions: ‎26.5 x 17.5 x 23 inches
Safety Rating: ADAC child car seat test good rating
Expiration Date: 7 years from the manufacturing date
Child Height: Up to 32 in (81 cm)
Child Weight: 4-35 lbs (1.8-15.8 kg)

2. Nuna Pipa Lite RX Infant Car Seat

The Nuna Pipa Lite RX is an Uppababy Cruz compatible infant car seat. With the use of 2 adapters, they connect to the Cruz chassis. Once they are connected, you can place the car seat on this stroller, making a full travel system. 

This seat, compatible with Uppababy Cruz, makes a wonderful combination due to it being an extremely lightweight seat. Making it even easier to lift and attach to the stroller. 

With the benefit of providing car seat safety standards when used with the Cruz, you have the confidence of knowing that your child is safe. 

The main disadvantage of this combination is that there is a need to use adapters to secure the seat. Resulting in the need to remember them to use this travel system.

What We Liked

  • Extremely lightweight to lift and secure to the stroller. 
  • Includes UPF 50+ canopy keeping your child safe when out. 
  • The seat controls moisture and keeps your child from overheating. 
  • Sky drape provides full shade covering ideal when used with a stroller. 
  • a 5 point harness keeps your child secure and well positioned. 

What Can Be Improved

  • Only compatible with the UPPAbaby Cruz with car seat adapters. 
  • You need both hands to remove the car seat from the stroller. 
  • The adapters are sold separately to the car seat and stroller.

Adapter: UPPAbaby car seat adapters.
Seat Weight: 6.9 lbs (3.1 kg)
Dimensions: 23 x 27.25 x 17.5 inches
Safety Rating: ADAC child car seat test good rating.
Expiration Date: 7 years from the manufacturing date
Child Height: Up to 32 in (81 cm)
Child Weight: 4-32 lbs (1.8-14.5 kg)

3. Peg Perego Primo Viaggio 4/35 Nido Car Seat

The Peg Perego Primo Viaggio 4/35 Nido car seat compatible with Uppababy Cruz is easily paired together to make a well-thought-out travel system. 

With the use of the Peg Perego Primo Viaggio 4-35 Adapter for UPPAbaby Cruz, it is simple to secure your car seat. Allowing you the continued ease of moving your baby to stroller without disturbing them. 

Using this Uppababy Cruz compatible car seat with your stroller creates a winning combination of comfort and style. Whilst maximizing on the safety of the car seat whilst out walking. 

The disadvantage of this pairing is by weighing 10lbs the car seat is heavier than others.

What We Liked

  • Large extendable canopy ensures full sun protection when out. 
  • The car seat is easily secured with the use of car seat adapters. 
  • Includes plush head and neck support to keep your baby secure. 
  • It is easily secured to the stroller with car seat adapters.
  • Matching car seat quality matches that of the stroller.

What Can Be Improved

  • You need the use of both hands to remove the car seat from the stroller. 
  • The car seat is a little heavy and due to this it is difficult to lift onto the stroller. 
  • The adapters are sold separately to the car seat and stroller.

Adapter: Peg Perego Primo Viaggio 4-35 Adapter for UPPAbaby Vista and Cruz
Seat Weight: 10 lbs (4.5 kg)
Dimensions: ‎26.5 x 17.25 x 28.5 inches
Expiration Date: 7 years from the manufacturing date
Child Height: Up to 32 in (81 cm)
Child Weight: 4-35 lbs (1.8-15.8 kg)

4. UPPAbaby Mesa V2 Infant Car Seat

The UPPAbaby Mesa V2 is the perfect car seat for Uppababy Cruz. 

Once the stroller seat has been removed, you simply place the car seat on and you are ready to go. Being part of the UPPAbaby brand, no separate adapters are needed in order to secure this seat. Saving you the job of needing to remember one additional item. 

With this car seat having increased safety features and a larger, more robust headrest allows you to pair the safety of your car seat whilst out and about.

Additionally, with a larger canopy included, it provides extra shelter for your child when paired with the Cruz stroller.

What We Liked

  • Larger canopy provides more protection from the sun when out. 
  • Including a larger headrest increases the safety of the car seat. 
  • It attaches to the Cruz stroller without any need for adapters. 
  • One handed remove feature makes it easy to remove the seat from the stroller. 
  • Plush padded car seat ensures your little one remains comfortable.

What Can Be Improved

  • It isn’t easy to refit the car seat covers after washing them.
  • The seat and base are large and bulky when secured in your vehicle.
  • The car seat base does not include a load leg

Adapter: Not needed
Seat Weight: 9.9 lbs (4.4 kg)
Dimensions: 25 x 17 x 28 Inches
Safety Rating: ADAC child car seat test good
Expiration Date: 7 years from the manufacturing date
Child Height: Up to 32 in (81 cm)
Child Weight: 4-35 lbs (1.8-15.8 kg)

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5. Cybex Aton M SensorSafe

Offering Uppababy Cruz car seat compatibility, the Cybex Aton M SensorSafe is easily secured to the Cruz with adapters. 

Once the Uppababy Cruz car seat adapters are attached to the UPPAbaby Cruz the Cybex Aton M SensorSafe easily attaches. Enabling it to be used as a travel system. 

The energy-absorbing shell of the car seat makes it ideal when used with the Cruz. Allowing your baby comfort as well as all-around protection whilst out. 

All of the other seats within the Cybex infant car seat range are also compatible with the UPPAbaby Cruz. 

A disadvantage of this combination is that the Cybex car seat requires both hands in order to be removed from the stroller.

What We Liked

  • Includes additional safety features through the sensorsafe technology. 
  • Compatible with strollers through the use of car seat adapters. 
  • Large UPF canopy keeps your baby protected from the sun in the car and stroller. 
  • Generously padded to keep your baby comfortable, snug and in position. 
  • Easily adjustable to grow with your infant.

What Can Be Improved

  • The car seat is heavy which makes it more difficult to secure the stroller. 
  • There is a lower maximum weight limit in place that limits the length of use. 
  • Only suitable for infants upto 30 inches which is lower than other models.

Adapter: UPPAbaby car seat adapters.
Seat Weight: 10.9 lbs (4.9 kg)
Dimensions: 26 x 17.3 x 22.25 inches
Safety Rating: ADAC child car seat test very good rating.
Expiration Date: 7 years from the manufacturing date
Child Height: Up to 30 in (76 cm)
Child Weight: 4-30 lbs (1.8-13.6 kg)

6. Chicco Keyfit 30 Infant Car Seat

As one of the best infant car seat compatible with Uppababy Cruz. The Chicco KeyFit 30 ensures safe infant travel both in the car and placed within a stroller. 

With the use of the Uppababy Cruz adapters specifically designed Chicco adapters, this car seat can be used with the UPPAbaby Cruz to make a travel system. 

When used with the Cruz you are simplifying the process of taking your baby out and about.

Safely nestled within their car seat they can be placed within the stroller with ease, preventing them from unnecessarily being disturbed. 

A con for this combination is that the adapters needed are larger and require more space.

What We Liked

  • The KeyFit 30 is compatible with the UppaCruz stroller.
  • It is easy to transfer the seat from your car to the stroller. 
  • Removable newborn inserts allow it to be continually used as your child grows. 
  • The canopy can be fully removed if you choose. 
  • It is a breathable car seat that prevents your child from getting too hot.

What Can Be Improved

  • The sun shade for the car seat is stiff and restricts shade protection. 
  • Has a lower weight and height maximum level compared to other brands. 
  • There are limited design and color options.

Adapter: UPPAbaby car seat adapters
Seat Weight: 9.6 lbs (4.3 kg)
Dimensions: ‎27.5 x 16.75 x 24 inches
Expiration Date: 7 years from the manufacturing date
Child Height: Up to 30 in (76 cm)
Child Weight: 4-30 lbs (1.8-13.6 kg)

7. Clek Liing Infant Car Seat

One of the best car seat for Uppababy Cruz is the Clek Liing infant car seat. With their own brand of car seat adapters, the Clek Liing can be easily fitted to the UPPAbaby Cruz stroller, clicking in place when secure. 

Weighing 9lbs, the Clek Liing is lightweight and, when used with the Cruz, keeps the stroller system lightweight and easily maneuverable. 

The sleek design of the Clek Liing paired with the UPPAbaby Cruz creates a delux-looking travel system.

The only disadvantage to this combination is that all components needed to make the travel system is sold separately and not as a package.

What We Liked

  • The car seat is slim-lined and not too bulky when attached to the stroller. 
  • It is lightweight making it easy to lift in and out of your vehicle. 
  • With the adapters the car seat easily connects to the stroller.  
  • Allows your baby to be protected in your vehicle and when attached to the stroller. 
  • The material is extremely soft and delicate, ideal for newborn babies. 

What Can Be Improved

  • The Clek Liing can only be used with a stroller with car seat adapters. 
  • The adapters are sold separately to the car seat and stroller. 
  • The hood on the Clek Liing doesn’t offer full shade protection

Adapter: Clek car seat adapters
Seat Weight: 9 lbs (4 kg)
Dimensions: 26.8 x 16.9 x 27.7 inches
Expiration Date: 9 years from the manufacturing date
Child Height: Up to 32 in (81 cm)
Child Weight: 4-35 lbs (1.8-15.8 kg)

8. Maxi Cosi Mico Max Plus Infant Car Seat

The Maxi Cosi Max Plus Infant car seat is Uppababy Cruz compatible. With the use of the car seat adapters for Uppababy Cruz it can securely be attached and used as a travel system. 

The combination of the Uppababy Cruz car seat compatible Maxi Cosi, is that you get car seat standard safety with the luxury of being able to attach to your stroller. 

Within the Maxi Cosi brand, other car seats that are compatible include the Mico Max 30, Mico NXT, Mico, Citi and Cabrio.

The disadvantage of this combination is that the car seat is heavy to place on the stroller.

What We Liked

  • It provides cushioned and comfortable travel for your little one. 
  • 5 point harness keeps your child secure and well positioned for both the car and stroller. 
  • Compatible with strollers through car seat adapters. 
  • Includes an extendable canopy to protect your little one from the sun 
  • Removable newborn inserts allow it to be continually used as your child grows.

What Can Be Improved

  • The car seat is heavy and it can be challenging to place on the stroller. 
  • You need separate car seat adapters to be able to use it as a travel system. 
  • The design and color options are extremely limited. 

Adapter: UPPAbaby car seat adapters.
Seat Weight: 18 lbs (8.1 kg)
Dimensions: ‎15.5 x 18 x 28 inches
Safety Rating: ADAC child car seat test good rating
Expiration Date: Designed for 10 years of use, but no set expiration date.
Child Height: Up to 32 in (81 cm)
Child Weight: 4-30lbs (1.8-13.6 kg)

FAQ

Does Uppababy car seat fit Uppababy Cruz? 

Yes. The Uppababy make Uppababy Cruz compatible car seats that are compatible without the use of separate adapters. They can be connected directly to the stroller chassis. 

Does Nuna car seat fit Uppababy Cruz?

The Nuna Pipa infant car seat range is fully compatible with the Uppababy Cruz. To use them together they need to be successful with the Uppababy car seat adapters.

Does Graco car seat fit Uppababy Cruz? 

Yes. The Graco SnugRide and SafeSeat models are compatible with the Uppababy Cruz models 2015 or newer, through the use of the Uppababy Car seat adapters. 

Does Chicco car seat fit Uppababy Cruz? 

Yes it will. With the addition of the Uppababy car seat adapters you are able to use your Chicco car seat with the Uppababy Cruz stroller. 

Does Cybex car seat fit Uppababy Cruz? 

Yes, Cybex car seats will fit Uppababy Cruz strollers. For them to be securely attached you will need to use the Uppababy car seat adapters.

Does Maxi-Cosi car seat fit Uppababy Cruz? 

All current Maxi-Cosi car seat models are compatible to fit onto the Uppababy Cruz. They do however, require the car seat adapters to make this possible. 

Does Baby Jogger car seat fit Uppababy Cruz? 

No. Currently the Baby Jogger car seats are not available with the required adapters to make it fit on the Uppababy Cruz stroller and be used as a travel system. 

Does Britax car seat fit Uppababy Cruz?

No. Currently Britax car seats are not currently compatible with the Uppababy Cruz stroller as there are no suitable adapters to hold the car seat in place. 

Does Peg Perego car seat fit Uppababy Cruz? 

Yes, Peg Perego car seats will fit Uppababy Cruz strollers. For them to be securely attached you will need to use the Uppababy car seat adapters.

Does Bugaboo car seat fit Uppababy Cruz? 

No Bugaboo car seats are not compatible. Currently there are no suitable car seat adapters that allow Bugaboo car seats to securely be attached to the Uppababy Cruz stroller. 

Does Clek car seat fit Uppababy Cruz? 

Yes, Cler car seats will fit Uppababy Cruz strollers. For them to be securely attached you will need to use the Clek car seat adapters.

Does Doona car seat fit Uppababy Cruz? 

No. Currently Doona car seats are not currently compatible with the Uppababy Cruz stroller as there are no suitable adapters to hold the car seat in place. 

Does Diono car seat fit Uppababy Cruz?

No Diono car seats are not compatible to fit the Uppababy Cruz due to there not being any adapters that would allow these combinations to be used within a travel system.

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