MotherProof.com Car Seat Check Recap

Even though the redesigned 2012 BMW 6 Series has more backseat legroom, certain types of car seats still couldn’t fit back there, according to MotherProof.com. Like in many convertibles, the 6 Series doesn’t have tether anchors, and the Latch anchors are difficult to use. Click the links below for the full details, along with the other models MotherProof.com tested in its Car Seat Check series:

2012 BMW 6 Series: Car Seat Check
2012 Volkswagen Eos: Car Seat Check
2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet: Car Seat Check

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MotherProof.com Car Seat Check Recap

The 2011 Kia Forte hatchback is capable of fitting five adults comfortably. When it comes to child-safety seats, the car can only fit two, as MotherProof.com found out in its Car Seat Check. Installing the two car seats in the Forte is somewhat of a chore, too. Continue reading about the Kia Forte and the other models MotherProof.com tested in its Car Seat Check series, with the links below:

2011 Mazda RX-8: Car Seat Check 
2011 Kia Forte Hatchback: Car Seat Check 
2012 Nissan GT-R: Car Seat Check

MotherProof.com Car Seat Check Recap

The 2011 Saab 9-5 is a large family sedan that has some trouble fitting child-safety seats despite its girth. The high-back booster seat, convertible and infant-safety seats were tough to install compared with the other large sedan we tested recently, the 2011 Chrysler 300C. Check out the latest Car Seat Checks at MotherProof.com:

2011 Saab 9-5: Car Seat Check 
2011 Chrysler 300 and 300C: Car Seat Check 
2011 Nissan Murano: Car Seat Check 
2012 Mazda5: Car Seat Check

MotherProof.com's Car Seat Check Recap

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class would make for one expensive family hauler. But can a two-door coupe carry child-safety seats? Yes, according to MotherProof.com’s Car Seat Check series. Installing them can be awkward depending on the car seat, but two can fit in the rear. To learn more about the CL-Class and how well car seats fit in the Chevrolet Camaro convertible, continue reading below:

2011 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class: Car Seat Check 
2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible: Car Seat Check

MotherProof.com Car Seat Check Recap

The CT 200h is Lexus’ first attempt at building a small, sporty hatchback hybrid, and it has become a popular seller with the luxury brand. So how does the Lexus shape up as a family hauler? The tethers to secure the child-safety seats were easy to find and ultimately, two car seats can fit in the rear. To find out more about the Lexus or the Hyundai Elantra that we tested as well, check out MotherProof.com’s Car Seat Check series:

2011 Lexus CT 200h: Car Seat Check 
2011 Hyundai Elantra: Car Seat Check

MotherProof.com Car Seat Check Recap

Honda’s redesigned Civic is one of the most popular cars on the market. With a larger backseat that offers more legroom, how does the 2012 model fare when carrying around child-safety seats? The tether and Latch anchors are easy to find and use, and the Civic’s flat rear seats make it easy to install a pair of car seats. For more info on the Civic and the other models we’ve tested, head to MotherProof.com.

2011 Kia Forte Sedan: Car Seat Check 
2012 Honda Civic Sedan: Car Seat Check

MotherProof.com Car Seat Check Recap

The Scion xB’s boxy dimensions are ideal for child-safety seats, according to MotherProof.com. The Latch anchors are easy to use, and the flat seats make it easy to position car seats securely. Overall, the Scion can fit two seats just fine. To find out more about the xB and other models we tested, go to MotherProof.com:

2012 Fiat 500: Car Seat Check 
2012 Audi A7: Car Seat Check 
2011 Scion xB: Car Seat Check

MotherProof.com Car Seat Check Recap

Despite being a bit outdated, the Toyota Corolla is still the best-selling compact car, year-to-day. So, how does this econobox fare when carrying child-safety seats? The Latch anchors are a little tough to get at, but we were able to fit two car seats in the backseat. Continue reading our Car Seat Check on the Corolla — and on the Mazda3 and Prius — at MotherProof.com:

1.  2011 Mazda3 Hatchback:Car Seat Check 
2.  2011 Toyota Corolla: Car Seat Check 
3.  2011 Toyota Prius: Car Seat Check