Which strollers does the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180 fit?

0 strollers take it with no adapter and 3 with one adapter, according to the makers.

An infant carrier on a stroller in the park (illustration) — Illustration

Maxi-Cosi

Peri 180

$499.99 list price

How to install it in the car

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Mockingbird strollers that take the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180

You'll need this adapter.

Adapter you need

Mockingbird 4-in-1 car seat adapter

about $50 · for 1 seat below

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MockingbirdSingle Stroller 2.0 *27 lb+ adapter
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Thule strollers that take the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180

You'll need this adapter.

Urban Glide 3 adapter for Maxi-Cosi seats (illustration)

Adapter you need

Thule Urban Glide 3 adapter for Maxi-Cosi seats

about $69.95 · for 1 seat below

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ThuleUrban Glide 326.2 lb$799.95+ adapter
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WonderFold strollers that take the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180

You'll need this adapter.

W2 wagon adapter for Nuna, Cybex, Maxi-Cosi and Clek seats (illustration)

Adapter you need

WonderFold W2 wagon adapter for Nuna, Cybex, Maxi-Cosi and Clek seats

about $99.99 · for 1 seat below

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WonderFoldW2 wagon40 lb$399+ adapter
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* The maker names the model but not which version; open the card for what to check.

Key specs

Child weight: 4–30 lb
Child height: up to 32 in
Install: With the base or without
On a plane: Approved; the maker doesn't say about the base

About the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180

The Maxi-Cosi Peri 180 is a rear-facing infant car seat for babies from 4 to 30 lb and up to 32 in tall. Base: stay-in-car rotating base with LATCH connectors, anti-rotation load leg and anti-rebound bar; TensionFix belt indicator; taxi-mode belt install. Maxi-Cosi says it is approved for use on aircraft. List price: $499.99. Maxi-Cosi points to rotates 180 degrees, load leg and anti-rebound bar, belt tension indicator, baseless belt paths and 4 more; see the details below.

Highlights

Rotates 180 degreesThe seat turns toward you to make getting the baby in and out easier. Maxi-Cosi product page
Load leg and anti-rebound barThe base has both a load leg and an anti-rebound bar. Maxi-Cosi product page
Belt tension indicatorA red-to-green indicator shows when the vehicle belt is tight enough. Maxi-Cosi product page
Baseless belt pathsVisible belt paths let you install it without the base. Maxi-Cosi product page
No-rethread harnessThe 6-position headrest and harness adjust together with one hand. Maxi-Cosi product page
Zip-out canopyThe canopy zips out to extend for sun cover and privacy. Maxi-Cosi product page
No added fire retardantsPureCosi fabrics are made without wool or added fire retardant treatment. Maxi-Cosi product page
Fits 4 to 30 lbRear-facing for babies from 4 to 30 lb and up to 32 inches. Maxi-Cosi product page

Putting a travel system together (illustration)

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List prices from the makers; stores and sales vary.

Three strollers side by side (illustration)

Compare the Peri 180 with similar infant seats

The closest seats of the same kind by weight and price. Every figure is the maker's.

	Maxi-CosiPeri 180This one	ClekLiing	Peg PeregoPrimo Viaggio Lounge	CybexCloud Q
Carrier weight	—	9 lb	10.4 lb	13.9 lb
Baby weight up to	30 lb	30 lb	30 lb	35 lb
Baby height up to	32 in	32 in	32 in	30 in
Without the base	Yes	Yes	—	Yes
On a plane	Yes	Yes	—	Yes
Expires after	—	9 yrs	7 yrs	6 yrs
Strollers that fit	3	22	0	5
…with no adapter	0	0	0	0
List price	$499.99	$499.99	$499.99	$519.95
	Check price	Check price	Check price	Check price

Putting it in the carHow to install the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180 →Maxi-Cosi's steps for the base with LATCH, the base with the seat belt, no base with a lap belt, the carrier on and off the base, and which bases it goes with.

How to use the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180

Step-by-step guides from the maker's manual. Pick one.

Canopy

1To remove: find a canopy post (one on each side; you only need to undo one).
2Pull back the canopy fabric to find the tab on the post, press the tab in with your thumb and pull the canopy hoop off the post.
3To put it back: attach the canopy hoop to the post and pull the canopy over the back edge of the shell.
4To extend: unzip the pocket on the front of the canopy and pull the extension out.
5Attach the magnets to the inside of the canopy, then to the front of the car seat.

The maker warns:

Do not use this canopy with a child who has an implanted electronic medical device: it has a magnet that may interfere with the device. Caregivers with such a device should keep it away from the canopy.

Retold from Maxi-Cosi product page.

Common problems with the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180

1. Maxi-Cosi's Care Center can replace the cover.
2. Call them at (800) 951-4113.
1. Look for a sticker on the side of the seat shell; on infant car seats it can be on the bottom instead.
2. The sticker is marked "Manufactured in" or "Model # / Manufacture Date".
3. The model number starts with 22, CC, BC or IC and ends with a short color code.
4. The date is usually written month/day/year. Have both ready before you contact Maxi-Cosi.
1. Turn the seat over and look at the bottom.
2. The expiration date is printed into the plastic of the seat itself, not on the paper sticker.
1. Find the model number and manufacturing date on the sticker on the side of the seat.
2. Have them ready when you call Maxi-Cosi Consumer Relations.
3. They use these details to send you the right parts approved for your exact seat.
1. The fabrics can go in the washing machine and the dryer.
2. Wipe plastic, vinyl and metal parts with a damp sponge or cloth.
3. Clean the harness with mild soap and water.
4. Wipe only the outside of the buckle with a damp cloth. Do not oil it or put it in water.
5. No bleach, harsh chemicals or dry cleaning: they can damage the seat.
1. No. The base is an accessory; the infant seat can be installed without it.
2. In narrow vehicle seats, or on a plane, you may get a more secure fit without the base.
1. There is no single required travel position.
2. Any position works as long as the handle is locked in it.
1. Find the expiration date on the seat.
2. Dates differ from seat to seat, so check yours rather than guessing.
3. Once that date has passed, the seat is no longer approved for use.

The Maxi-Cosi Peri 180: pros and cons

Why parents pick it

Approved for use on aircraft. (maker)

Keep in mind

Only 3 strollers listed for it. (from the makers' fit charts)
Rated to 30 lb, lower than most (32 lb), so babies outgrow it sooner. (compared with the strollers and seats we list)

Manuals and downloads

Straight from the makers. The manual that came with your product is the one to follow.

Thule manual (PDF)Maxi-Cosi Peri 180 · PDF

Checking a question on a phone next to a stroller (illustration)

Frequently asked questions (12)

What are the weight and height limits of the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180?

4–30 lb, up to 32 in tall.

Maxi-Cosi product page

Can you use the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180 without the base?

Yes. Maxi-Cosi's manual describes one way to install it with no base: with a lap belt.

Install steps Maxi-Cosi product page

How do I install the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180?

Maxi-Cosi's manual gives 3 ways: with the base, using LATCH; with the base, using the car's seat belt; without the base, with a lap belt.

Step by step

Is the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180 FAA approved?

Yes, the maker says it is certified for use in aircraft.

Flying with a baby Maxi-Cosi product page

What base does the Maxi-Cosi Peri 180 use?

Stay-in-car rotating base with LATCH connectors, anti-rotation load leg and anti-rebound bar; TensionFix belt indicator; taxi-mode belt install.

Maxi-Cosi product page

Can I buy an extra Maxi-Cosi base?

The spare Maxi-Cosi Infant Car Seat Base takes the Mico Pro, Mico Pro+, Mico Luxe, Mico Luxe+, Mico Max Plus, Mico Max 30, Mico XP Max and Mico 30 carriers.