The 6 Best Car Seats for Tesla Model 3

The 6 Best Car Seats for Tesla Model 3

With its excellent safety ratings and low cost maintenance, the Tesla Model 3 can work well as a family car. It’s also the smallest Tesla model on the market—a boon if you’re driving (and parking) in urban areas. However, its size and ease of access to the backseat are important factors to consider when you’re choosing the right car seat.

How To Choose the Best Car Seat For a Tesla 3? 

The best car seat for any car is one that meets or exceeds safety standards and is installed properly. The Tesla Model 3 can accommodate car seats in any back seat position. The two outboard seats offer LATCH installation, while the middle seat requires a seatbelt only configuration.

All three seating positions have top tether anchors. When considering which seat is best for your child’s car seat, you may want to take into account the positioning of the two front seats, particularly for rear-facing car seats. A tall driver, for example, might need to place the car seat in the middle or on the back passenger side to accommodate having their seat back far enough. 

After safety and installation considerations, which car seat you choose can be determined by any number of factors: size, portability, comfort, ease of transitions.

There are many excellent car seats on the market - infant car seats and toddler car seats - which can make the process of choosing the right one a bit overwhelming.

Best Car Seat For Tesla Model 3: Orbit Baby G5+ Infant Car Seat and Convertible G5 Toddler Car Seat

Orbit Baby makes two car seat options that are both excellent fits for the Tesla Model 3. The G5+ rear-facing infant car seat and the convertible G5 toddler car seat feature designs that marry style and convenience with safety and reliability.

Orbit Baby G5+ Infant Car Seat Pros

  • Rotates into position to save on back strain

  • At just 16 inches wide, it’s the narrowest infant car seat on this list, making it a great fit for smaller cars like the Tesla Model 3 or fitting multiple car seats

  • Luxury Merino Wool car seat option

Orbit Baby G5+ Infant Car Seat Cons

  • It’s slightly heavier than some other infant car seats at 13 lbs

  • It’s 30 lb weight limit is lower than some other options

 

Orbit Baby G5 Convertible Toddler Car Seat Pros

  • Rotates into position when installed rear facing to save on back strain

  • Can be fully detached from its base and is compatible with all Orbit Baby strollers

  • Luxury Merino Wool material option

Orbit Baby G5 Convertible Toddler Car Seat Cons

  • At 18.5 inches wide, it takes up more space than some other convertible car seats

  • Its rear facing weight limit is 35 lbs, which is lower than some other convertible car seats

    Evenflo LiteMax DXL Infant Seat and Revolve360 Slim Convertible Car Seat

    Evenflo makes both an infant car seat and a convertible car seat that are good options for a Tesla Model 3.

    Their LiteMax DXL Infant Seat is a lightweight option, while the Revolve360 Slim Convertible Seat is specifically designed for smaller cars where backseat space can be at a premium.

    Evenflo LiteMax DXL Infant Seat Pros

    • Lightweight (only 9 lbs)

    • Has one of the higher weight limits, at 35 lbs

    Evenflo LiteMax DXL Infant Seat Cons

    • Doesn’t swivel or rotate positions for ease of install like the Orbit Baby G5+

    • At 17.5 inches wide, it’s one of the wider infant seats which could be problematic for fitting multiple seats

    Evenflo Revolve360 Slim Convertible Seat Pros

    • At less than 17 inches wide, it’s the narrowest convertible car seat on our list

    • Rotates into position when installed rear facing to save on back strain

    Evenflo Revolve360 Slim Convertible Seat Cons

    • Cannot be detached from its base, which means it can’t be transferred to a stroller like the Orbit Baby G5 Toddler Seat can be

    • At almost 30 lbs, it’s a heavier seat that could make transfers between vehicles more difficult

    Graco SnugRide® SnugFit™ 35 DLX Infant Car Seat and Turn2Me™ 3-in-1 Convertible Car Seat

    Graco makes both an infant car seat and a convertible car seat that are good options for a Tesla Model 3. The SnugRide® SnugFit™ 35 DLX Infant Car Seat is a lightweight option.The Turn2Me™ 3-in-1 Convertible Car Seat is designed to be the only car seat you’ll need from birth through the booster seat years.

    Graco SnugRide® SnugFit™ 35 DLX Infant Car Seat Pros

    • Lightweight (just over 9 lbs)

    • Has one of the higher weight limits, at 35 lbs

    Graco SnugRide® SnugFit™ 35 DLX Infant Car Seat Cons

    • Doesn’t swivel or rotate positions for ease of install like the Orbit Baby G5+ does

    • At 17.5 inches wide, it’s one of the wider infant seats which could be problematic for fitting multiple seats

    Graco Turn2Me™ 3-in-1 Convertible Car Seat Pros

    • Can be used rear-facing, forward-facing, or as a booster seat from 4 lbs to 100 lbs

    • Rotates into position when rear-facing to reduce back strain

    Graco Turn2Me™ 3-in-1 Convertible Car Seat Cons

    • Cannot be undocked, which means you cannot transfer the seat to a stroller like the Orbit Baby G5+ infant seat or the G5 toddler seat can

    • At more than 19 inches wide, it’s the the widest seat on our list and could cause fit issues if you need to position multiple car seats in a car like the Tesla Model 3 

    Bugaboo Turtle One by Nuna Infant Car Seat

    Bugaboo’s Turtle One infant car seat created in partnership with Nuna is another car seat option for the Tesla Model 3. Currently, Bugaboo doesn’t offer a convertible car seat option. 

    Pros

    • Lightweight, at less than 9 lbs

    • With an adapter, is compatible with all of the Bugaboo stroller line

    Cons

    • Doesn’t swivel or rotate positions for ease of install like the Orbit Baby G5+ does

    • It’s 32 lb weight limit is lower than many comparable infant car seats

    Nuna PIPA™ aire rx Infant Car Seat and REVV™ Convertible Car Seat

    Nuna makes both an infant car seat and a convertible car seat that are good options for a Tesla Model 3. The PIPA ™ aire rx infant seat is a lightweight option, while the REVV ™ convertible seat offers 360 degrees of rotation to make pivoting between forward and rear facing easier. 

    Nuna PIPA™ aire rx Infant Car Seat Pros

    • At just over 6 lbs, it’s the lightest infant car seat on this list

    • Integrated magnetic buckle holders keep straps out of the way when buckling baby in

    Nuna PIPA™ aire rx Infant Car Seat Cons

    • Doesn’t rotate into position like the Orbit Baby G5+ does

    • Has a lower weight limit, at just 30 lbs

    Nuna REVV™ Convertible Car Seat Pros

    • Rotates 360 degrees into position to save on back strain

    • Integrated rebound bar doubles as a carry handle when switching cars

    Nuna Revv™ Convertible Car Seat Cons

    • Has a low weight limit for a convertible car seat, at just 40 lbs

    • Cannot be undocked, which means you cannot transfer the seat to a stroller like the Orbit Baby G5 toddler seat can be 

    Britax Cypress™ Infant Car Seat and Poplar S™ Convertible Car Seat

    Britax makes both an infant car seat and a convertible car seat that are good options for a Tesla Model 3. The Cypress™ Infant Car Seat is a lightweight option. The Poplar S™Convertible Car Seat offers a streamlined design that makes it a good choice for smaller vehicles or configurations with multiple car seats.

     Britax Cypress™ Infant Car Seat Pros

    • Lightweight, at less than 10 lbs

    • Less than 17 inches wide, making it a good choice for smaller vehicles or configurations with multiple car seats.

     Britax Cypress™ Infant Car Seat Cons

    • Doesn’t rotate into position like the Orbit Baby G5+ does

    • At 30 lbs, the maximum weight limit is lower than many other comparable infant car seats

    Britax Poplar S™ Convertible Car Seat Pros

    • Its narrow profile (17 inches) makes it a good fit for smaller vehicles or configurations with multiple car seats

    • It can accommodate rear-facing up to 50 lbs, which is higher than many similar car seats

    Britax Poplar S™ Convertible Car Seat Cons

    • Doesn’t swivel or rotate positions for ease of install like the Orbit Baby G5 Toddler Seat does

    • Cannot be detached from its base, which means it can’t be transferred to a stroller like the Orbit Baby G5 Toddler Seat can be 

      FAQs

      What is the best convertible car seat for a Tesla 3?

      The best convertible car seat for any vehicle is one that meets or exceeds safety standards and is installed correctly. Orbit Baby’s G5 Toddler Car Seat securely installs in less than 60 seconds. It also docks and rotates into position when rear-facing to save on back strain, and is compatible with all of Orbit Baby’s strollers—a rarity in the convertible car seat market. 

      What car seats are compatible with Tesla Model 3?

      Rear-facing infant seats and convertible car seats are both compatible with the Tesla Model 3. If you’ll be using more than one car seat, the width of each seat will be important to ensure a proper fit.

      How do you put a carseat in a Tesla Model 3?

      The Tesla Model 3 offers LATCH installation for the two outboard seats and seatbelt installation for the middle seat, with top tethers in all three positions. It’s always wise to consult your owner’s manual prior to installation, and you can have a car seat safety technician inspect the installation as well. Inspections are offered at most local police or fire departments. If you have an Orbit Baby car seat, you can chat with our on-staff Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician to ensure the best fit possible.

      Conclusion

      The best car seat for any car is one that meets or exceeds safety standards and is installed properly. After safety and installation considerations, which car seat you choose can be determined by any number of factors: size, portability, comfort, ease of transitions. There are many excellent car seats on the market, which can make the process of choosing the right one a bit overwhelming. 

      Tesla Model 3 owners will want to consider how many car seats need to be accommodated when researching options, as well as how easy it is to maneuver in and out of the back seat.

      The Orbit Baby G5+ Infant Car Seat and G5 Toddler Convertible Car Seat offer unique features that make them among the best car seat options for the Tesla Model 3. 

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