Your child's weight is an important factor in choosing a car seat; here we break down the car seat weight groups to show you which you need. Child car seats are bought in two ways, either according to your child's car seat weight group or according to the height of your child. Each child car seat is tested by the manufacturer to ensure that it provides a minimum level of protection for children of the height or weight range covered by the seat. So, when choosing a child car seat, remember to go by your child’s height and weight.Here we're going to explain about the different car seat weight groups. The weight groups are defined by United Nations safety regulations and, in the UK, cover children from birth all the way up until they are 12 years old, 135cm in height, or about 36kg. In the picture above you can see (from left) a group 0+ child car seat, group 1 and a group 2/3 seat. You can find out below what these group numbers mean for your baby or child.Moving babies and younger children up to the next group before they reach the maximum weight for their seat could lead to more severe injuries in a crash.

Car seat groupsSeat groupWeight rangeApproximate age rangeCompare car seat reviewsGroup 00-10kg (0-22lb)From birth to about 6 to 9 monthsGroup 0 car seat reviewsGroup 0+0-13kg (0-29lb)From birth to about 12-15 monthsGroup 0+ car seat reviewsGroup 0+/10-18kg (0-20lb)From birth to 4 and a half yearsGroup 0+/1 car seat reviewsGroup 19-18kg (20-20lb)About 9 months to 4 and a half yearsGroup 1 car seat reviewsGroup 2/315-36kg (33lb-5st 9lb)About 3 years to 12 yearsGroup 2/3 car seat reviewsGroup 322-36kg (3st 7lb-5st 9lb)About 6 years to 12 yearsWe do not recommend booster seatsGroup 1/2/39-36kg (20lb-5st 9lb)From around 9 months up to 12 yearsGroup 1/2/3 car seat reviewsi-SizeBy height from approx 40cm-105cm. Find out more about i-Size car seatsFrom birth up to 4 years oldi-Size car seat reviewsMulti-group seatsIt's possible to buy seats that combine one or more groups, such as Group 0+/1 (0-18kgs) and Group 1/2/3 (9-36kg), as we've listed above. These can appear to be a more economical way of buying a child car seat, as they will last your child for longer, but sometimes we find that a seat which covers more than one group doesn't protect as well as it should throughout all three groups.

Click on the links above to find out which multi-group seats we recommend. When to change your child's car seatOur car seat experts believe that it's better and safer to keep your child in the lowest group seat for as long as possible, rather than moving up groups too early. It's also more economical, too, as you won't have to splash out on a new seat until you've had the maximum usage out of your current seat. Do keep an eye on your baby or child's weight and height though, to make sure they aren't out-growing the seat too quickly.Changing to forward-facingThe most important change you'll make for your child is switching from a rearward-facing to a forward-facing car seat. Forward-facing Group 1 child car seats are approved to be used from 9kg, but most car seat experts agree this is too soon. When you turn your baby forwards you expose them to the danger of their spinal cord snapping in a frontal impact crash - the forward momentum of their big head can overstretch their weak neck muscles and ligaments.

We recommend that you leave your baby in a rear-facing child car seat until they are least 15 months old, or the first of these events occurs:They reach the weight limit of that seat (13kg for Group 0+, 18kg for Group 1)The crown of their head is level with the top of the car seatBrowse Best Buy car seats for every group. Moving up a groupAs you can see in the image of the little boy above. Patio Furniture Harwich MaIt's time to swap his car seat. English Bull Terrier Puppies For Sale DorsetA child will have outgrown a Group 1, 2 or 3 child car seat if his or her eyes are level with the top of the seat when sitting in it. Calico Cats For Sale In LouisianaIn most cases, a child will reach the weight limit of a child car seat before becoming too tall for it, but all babies and children are different.

Children at the bottom weight of each group are more vulnerable to injuries, this is why we don't advise you swap too soon. The recommended weights and heights for each group overlap, so we advise you to let your child reach the top limit for one group rather than swapping when they reach the bottom weight of the next. Types of baby/child car seats barry2104, 25 Jan 2015 10 posts in this topicPlease confirm you are not a robot by checking the box. BabyStart Sprint Group 1 Car Seat Black & Grey. Suitable from 9kg to 18kg, this group 1 car seat provides your child with a comfortable, protective seat whilst travelling in the car. 5 recline positions allow you to adjust the seat if your baby falls asleep and for younger children there are body support cushions. Individual harness tensioners allow parents to fasten little ones in safely, every time. Individual harness tensioners allow parents to achieve the right fit for a safe, comfortable journey every time. Car seat features:Car seat group 1.

Suitable for children from 9kg to 18kg. Only use in front seat if there is no active air bag. For use with 3 point seat belts. Harness sleeves and quick release buckle. Multi-recline - 5 recline positions. Body support cushions for younger children. General information:Size H59.5, W45, D57cm. Removable washable cover. Currently out of stock for deliveryReserve for store pickup - FreeWhy risk a wasted trip? Store card credit for Argos Ltd is provided exclusively by Home Retail Group Card Services Ltd, part of the same group and both at 489-499 Avebury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 2NW.Other items in this category » 0 - 12 month 0 - 15 month 0 - 18 month 0 - 4 years 6 months - 4 years 9 month - 4 years 9 month - 5 years 9 month - 12 years 3 - 12 Jahre 3.5 - 12 Jahre 4 - 12 years BeSafe iZi Combi X4 car seat Axkid car seat Duofix + seat minimizer BeSafe iZi Kid X3 Isofix car seat Axkid Rekid rear-facing safety car seat

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