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
Videos
SITS Bottom Line
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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.