Cosco Empire
Our Review of the
Cosco Empire
Our recommendation: From 6 months old until the seat is outgrown (average 5/6 years old)
A 3-in-1 car seat that can be used rear-facing, forward-facing, and in high-back booster mode
From 6 months
Stand Out Features of this Car Seat
Seat is good for you if
Use caution if
Quirks to be aware of
Child Fit Information
Installation Information
Airplane Use
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Specifications
Cosco
Product Information
Weight:
Width:
Highest Harness Height:
Rear Facing Limits
Height: 19-40"
Weight: 5-40lbs
Head Height Rules: at least 1″ below the top of the headrest adjustment handle
Lower Anchor Connectors Weight Limit: 40 lbs
Forward-Facing Limits
Height:
Weight: 30-50 lbs
Head Height Rules: ears must be below the top of the headrest
Lower Anchor Connectors Weight Limit: 40lbs
No Back Booster Limits
Highest Belt Guide Settings
High Back Booster Limits
Height:
Weight: 40-80 lbs
Head Height Rules: ears must be below the top of the headrest
Other Important Details
Newborn Fit
not recommended; lowest harness height is too high for newborns
Expiration Limit
10 years
Crash Replacement Policy
replace after a moderate or severe crash
Harness
rethread
Lock-off
no
Vehicle Seat Protector
This brand allows a thin towel between the child car seat and the vehicle seat.