Our Review of the 

Maxi Cosi Kani

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Age

Our recommendation: From birth until the seat is outgrown (average 9-10 years old)

Type

A 4-in-1 car seat that can be used rear-facing, forward-facing, in high-back booster mode, and in backless booster mode.

When

From birth (for average/large newborns) or after the infant seat is outgrown

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Seat is Good for You If:

Your child has mastered unbuckling chest clips, and you need to stop them. 

Use Caution if:

You have a small back seat.

You need to fit 3 across

Maxi-Cosi Kani convertible car seat in black with tan contrast piping and built-in cup holders front view

Child Fit Information

Installation Information

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Airplane Use

This seat is an aircraft-approved car seat. 

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Specifications

Maxi-Cosi

Kani (Meets New Standards)

Product Information

Weight:

Width: 19"

Highest Harness Height:

Rear Facing Limits

Height: 19-40"

Weight: 5-40lbs

Head Height Rules: at least 1″ below the top of the headrest

Lower Anchor Connectors Weight Limit: 

Forward-Facing Limits

Height: 34.4-49"

Weight: 30-65 lbs

Head Height Rules: ears must be below the top of the headrest

Lower Anchor Connectors Weight Limit:

No Back Booster Limits

Height: 43.4-57"

Weight: 40-100lbs

Head Height Rules: child must have vehicle head support to at least the top of their ears

Highest Belt Guide Settings

High Back Booster Limits

Height: 43.4-52"

Weight: 40-100lbs

Head Height Rules: ears must be below the top of the headrest

Other Important Details

Newborn Fit

Fits from birth

Expiration Limit

10 years

Crash Replacement Policy

replace after a moderate to severe crash

Harness

no-rethread 

Lock-off

no

Vehicle Seat Protector

This brand allows a thin towel or the Maxi Cosi mat in between the child car seat and the vehicle seat.

*Disclaimer: Safe in the Seat contributors are Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians, but all reviews and materials reflect our opinions, not those of Safe Kids, NHTSA, or any other organization. We are not liable for actions taken based on this content. Always consult your car seat and vehicle manuals or a certified CPST for guidance.