Our Review of the RECARO Young Sport toddler car seat
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If children could race, they'd probably be sitting in a seat like this one--the Recaro Young Sport Car Seat! Sure, they have to wait until they're 16 to drive, but why not inspire them now? Believe us, this chair is decked out! Not only does the chair come with side impact protection, but it comes plush with so much padding that you might be tempted to rest in it yourself! But we wouldn't advise...actually just forget we mentioned it at all.
The Young Sport is a forward-facing, LATCH compatible toddler car seat that converts into a belt-positioning booster seat with a few very easy adjustments. It's simple to install, and is suited for use in vehicles fitted with 2 or 3-point safety belts as well as the LATCH system (the young sport is LATCH compatible while in its forward-facing mode only--not booster mode).
The Young Sport comes with a sweet height-adjustable 5-point harness with contoured belt pads, providing the most comfort possible in a 5-point harness. The multi-level headrest is so easy to adjust, and it gives your child a really close, secure fit. Another feature we love is the simple knob you can turn to recline the Young Sport to a sleeping position which encourages tired passengers to get into that deep sleep or light nap.
While we love the Recaro Young Sport, it may not be your best bet if you're looking for a car seat that can serve your child both rear- and forward-facing. If you have a newborn, you may want to check out convertible car seats such as the Britax Boulevard (it shares a lot characteristics with the Young Sport). But if your child is already a year old, the Young Sport is a great choice!
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Car seat specs
- Forward-facing weight range
- 20 - 80 lbs.
- Min child weight
- 20 lbs.
- Max child weight
- 80 lbs.
- Max harness weight capacity
- 40 lbs.
- Max child height
- 59"
- Max 5-pt harness child height capacity
- 40"
- Min height for booster use
- 37"
- Exterior Seat Depth
- 19"
Car seat dimensions
- Product weight
- 23 lbs.
- Seat Base / Foot Width
- 19"
- Seat height
- 26"
- Interior seat width
- 14"
- Interior seat back height
- 23 - 30"
- Converts from a forward-facing LATCH youth seat to a comfortable belt-positioning booster
- Recaro SIP improved Side Impact Protection
- Top Tether
- Energy absorbing EPS foam protects head and shoulders
- Carry handle for easy transport
- Multi-level height-adjustable headrest
- Adjustable 5-point harness
- Comfortable padding
- Removable seat cushion
- Integrated armrests
- Ergonomic design
RECARO Young Sport toddler car seat Reviews
All Customer Reviews
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- Number of Reviews:
- 148
Best seat ever!!
Reviewer: Amber , Riverside, Ca
Date: February 22, 2010
I have two children and was not aware of the wonderful seat your company makes until I decided to give it a try. I purchased the seat about a year ago with little expectations, but I did want a safe and stylish car seat for my toddler. My was I pleasantly surprised when I opened the box and installed the seat. Wow, what quality and design. My son fell in love with it immediately. We did have an Eddie Bauer seat prior to this and I hate to say this, but we threw it out for safety reasons. Yeah our new seat is slightly on the heavier side but a very small price to pay for the continued safety of your child. I have a 3 point harness system in my sedan and the seat fits like a glove with NO movement. I was stopped by a CHP officer who "routinely" checks child seats and he complimented my Recaro and said it was the nicest child seat he had ever seen. I will never put my child in any other seat than a Recaro. Thank you so much for giving me the peace of mind I needed to travel with a wiggly 4 year old!
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Love it!
Reviewer: Anonymous , Shoreline, WA
Date: January 22, 2010
We have had an Eddie Bauer car seat and a Britax Marathon and hated both. Whenever our daughter fell asleep in those her head was always dropped forward (looked like a drunk on a bar stool). In the Recaro she falls asleep with her head resting BACK in the seat (almost like a recliner) so she sleeps better. I have no worry about her safety in this seat becasue of the outstanding Recaro reputation for SAFE seats. I always wanted Recaro racing seats in my car when I was a teen but just couldn't afford them. Brooke is now 4 and we are about to cross the height and weight benchmark, but even if we have to change to another seat, it WILL be Recaro; Beats all others including Britax. The seat is better and more comfortable for her, fits better in the car and fastens in more securely.
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My daughter loves it
Reviewer: Pepito , SF,ca
Date: December 27, 2009
My daughter loves her seat. In and out is a breeze. A little heavier than a Britax. Overall, an excellent buy. Highly recommend it
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yoyo
Reviewer: Anonymous , West Covina, CA
Date: December 25, 2009
This is one of the best car seats I bought for my son. We got it for him when he was 2 years old after he went through many seats. This is the one actually comfortable hugging the entire body of the kids. It looks very comfortable when he takes a nap in it. I am ordering another one for my younger daughter.
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love it, but consider the Signo
Reviewer: Anonymous , Port Huron, Michigan
Date: March 27, 2009
I love my young sport, and it is manufactured locally in my home state, so you have to love that! I have just upgraded to the Signo
now though because my 3 year old is 42 lbs and is out of the young sport harness. Recent info out there is that they should stay in a 5 point harness for as long as possible. That is why I bought the Signo today. He'll be able to use it until he is 70lbs, or gets too tall. I wish it would have been available 2 years ago (or that I would have known about it if it was). Thanks Recaro, the boys love their seats, the SIP for the head is a great safety comfort to me and just plain comfy for them when sleeping. The Britax Regent was another car seat I was comparing and I ordered the Recaro Signo because I already knew we liked the Recaro brand, and the SIP for the head was bigger. The Britax Regent had a rating of Side Impact Protection, but not True Side impact protection-which includes the extra head support (according to their website). Some of the Britax car seats do have the extra head wings, but not the Regent. It's a tough decision, hope this helps.
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Great car seat
Reviewer: Anonymous , Houston, TX
Date: January 02, 2009
We purchased two of the Recaro car seats: one for each car. My son loves the seat. It is safe and worth every penny. It's great for the booster seat transition. Every child that has sat in this seat, falls asleep, so it must be very comfortable. The con is that it's just very bulky and heavy. Would not recommend it if you plan to switch it from car to car often.
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Safety, common sense, Recaro Young Sport
Reviewer: Anonymous , lancaster, ca
Date: December 06, 2008
Honestly, the RECARO Young Sport toddler car seat is one of the most phenomenal items I have ever purchased. Without any question, I know for a fact that is the best child seat out there. No compromises when it comes to my child. I love the way this seat secures it self to my car. I truly have only one word for it, and I stand by it, "German efficiency".
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matches my racing seats
Reviewer: trent , athens, GA
Date: November 27, 2008
I'm a younger dad at 23 i have recaro racing seats in my eclipse. I bought the recaro child seat to match my all recaro interior (so my gear head buddies won't laugh at me) for having a car seat in my sport compact. my wife was not amused when I told her our son was riding in a racing seat just like daddy's but when she saw the safety ratings she was impressed, they were better than the cheap one we got at the baby shower that looked weak and inferior, great seats for big boys and little ones.
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UPDATED
Reviewer: JS Ficker , Floyds Knobs, IN
Date: September 11, 2008
I wanted to give an update 2 1/2 years after purchasing... My daughter is now 5 and has a booster seat in all other cars (dad's, grandparent's, aunt's) but refuses to give up her Recaro Young Sport in my car. She loves her "pillows" on the sides and can get in and out easily since the belt catches on the guide. It has been taken on many airplane flights and transferred to and from cars and it is still in perfect condition. Cover has been washed probably 5 times and although faded a bit (black and tan), still in great shape. Again - 2 1/2 years later - can't find anything wrong with this seat! ORIGINAL REVIEW...
Reviewer: JS Ficker , Floyds Knobs, IN Date: April 05, 2006
My 2 1/2 year old daughter is very tall for her age and having outgrown her Evenflo Triumph V (which we loved and highly recommend) I wanted to get a very safe and sturdy seat that would hopefully be the last seat that we purchased. This is it. I debated between the Recaro and the Britax and now that I have the Recaro, know I made the better choice.
Positives - Very sturdy and solid; comfy textured fabric; easy in and out for my daughter to "do it (her)self"; easy buckling. I was worried a bit about the side "wings" by her head, that she wouldn't be able to see, but she has never once complained and doesn't seem to strain to see past them. They are absolutely great for sleeping, she justs rests her head and is out.
Negatives - Extra padding for seat isn't attached and it lasted about 3 trips; padding on buckle lasted 1 trip for same reason. Both are worthless.
I can't give you a reason not to get this seat. My daughter has had it for about 3 mos. and calls it her "big girl seat". Couldn't be more pleased.
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