Our Review of the Maxi Cosi Sela

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Stand Out Features of this Car Seat

Flame-Retardant-Free

The Maxi Cosi Sela features Maxi Cosi’s PureCosi fabric, which is free of fire-retardant chemicals. Unlike many flame-retardant-free fabrics from other manufacturers, this one does not use wool. The fabric is machine washable and dryer-safe as well. For more information on car seats and flame retardants, check out this post.

Child Fit Information

Installation Information

airplane

Airplane Use

This seat has aircraft approval when used in harness mode.

Check out our full list of car seats for Airplane Travel here: FAA Approved Car Seats.

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Similar Car Seats

This car seat does not have any other versions.

Specifications

Maxi-Cosi Sela (Meets New Standards) Specifications

Product Information

Weight:

Width: 19"

Highest Harness Height: 

Rear Facing Limits

Height: 19-40"

Weight: 5-40 lbs

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

Lower Anchor Connectors Weight Limit: 35 lbs

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: 40 lbs

No Back Booster Limits

Highest Belt Guide Settings

High Back Booster Limits

Height: 43.4-52"

Weight: 40-100 lbs

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

Other Important Details

Newborn Fit

unsure, have not seen any newborns in it yet

Expiration Limit

10

Crash Replacement Policy

replace after a moderate or severe crash

Harness

no-rethread

Lock-off

yes

Vehicle Seat Protectors

Maxi Cosi seat protector or a thin towel allowed

*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.