UPPAbaby's Car Seat Update for 2025

In 2025, UPPAbaby is expanding is lineup with the addition of the Rove Convertible Car Seat. If you have previously thought UPPAbaby had every stage of your child's growth covered with their strollers and car seats, you might wonder what needs and lifestyles the new UPPAbaby car seat addresses. This is an important question, especially considering these expensive purchases directly impact your child's well-being and safety. In this post, we will dive into UPPAbaby's full car seat lineup, explore how it is evolving to include the Rove, and what that means to parents—or those expecting—going into 2025.

Which UPPAbaby Infant Car Seat is Right for You: Aria vs. Mesa V2?

UPPAbaby offers two standout options for new parents in the infant car seat category: the Aria and the Mesa V2. Previously, UPPAbaby’s infant car seat lineup included the Mesa Max, however, UPPAbaby has decided to discontinue this inclusion to streamline its offerings and emphasize the Mesa V2 and new Aria. Adding the Aria infant car seat in late 2024 gave parents an option that’s super lightweight and easy to install. By phasing out the Mesa Max, UPPAbaby infant car seats truly match the changing needs of modern parents.

UPPAbaby Aria: The Lightest Infant Car Seat Available in 2025

Introduced in late 2024, the UPPAbaby Aria is the lightest infant car seat on the market. Weighing just under 6 lbs., it doesn’t compromise either safety or comfort. What it offers, instead, is one of the best entry points into the UPPAbaby ecosystem. The Aria directly attaches to both the Vista and Cruz Strollers, and is compatible with the MInu and Ridge Strollers via adapters. The lightweight and easy design underscores how easy it is to move their infants from car seat to stroller. No longer do parents need to struggle. 

The Backbone of Safety: The Aria's Base

The Aria wouldn’t be as safe and lightweight without the use of its base. The base houses a lot of safety features, like the load leg, Anti-Rebound+ Panel and SmartSecure System. The load leg helps keep the car seat stable using four positions to keep the car seat level. The stability is aided with the Anti-Rebound+ Panel, which is essentially an extended side that presses flush against the back of the vehicle’s seat, halting movement in the unfortunate event of a rear-impact collision.

The car seat is GREENGUARD Gold Certified, meaning it isn’t exposing your child or vehicle to harmful chemicals. Not only is the air quality in your car safer, but the car seat is made from fire retardant-free materials and all the fabrics are machine-washable, making cleaning both simple and safe. 

Safety and Ease of Installation

Installing the base is easy with using their SmartSecure System. At its core, it is an indicator connected to the lower anchors underneath the base. When the base is securely connected to your vehicle’s seat, the indicator turns from red to green. Alternatively, if you don’t want to use the base, or it is otherwise unavailable, the car seat, by itself allows for European Routing, the more secure and safe baseless installation. 

Custom Fitting, Sunshade, and Comfort

The seat has a narrow 17” footprint, fitting comfortably in most cars, even allowing for three seats in the back row. The headrest is adjustable and there is a two-piece infant insert to provide a custom fit for babies starting at 4 lbs., offering great head containment and adjustability as they grow. The sunshade is extra large, protecting UPF 50+ from the sun, and in the back has air ventilation to keep your baby cool and comfortable.

UPPAbaby Mesa V2: Safety, Comfort, and Convenience for Parents in 2025

While the Aria is the lightest infant car seat on the market, the Mesa V2 takes the brand's innovation of the Mesa Max and Original Mesa to the next level. Designed for convenience, the Mesa V2 seamlessly attaches to all UPPAbaby® strollers, including the Vista® and Cruz® without the need for an adapter, while also connecting to the Minu® and Ridge® strollers with a convenient adapter. This direct attachment system removes the guesswork, making it easier than ever to transition between car and stroller.

The Mesa V2 weighs just under 10 pounds, making it easy to carry and perfect for parents who need to move quickly. Whether you're on the go or travelling by air, the Mesa V2 is FAA certified for use in airplanes, ensuring a safe ride in the sky as well as on the road. 

Quick and Secure Installation

The Mesa V2 also uses the SmartSecure System to ensure a fast and accurate installation. The Mesa V2 uses auto-retracting lower anchor latches help simplify the installation process. Just connect the lower anchors into the locking clips, and press the car seat down until the indicator window changes from red to green. If installing without the base, the Mesa V2 supports European Routing, for safe installation using only a seat belt. The load leg in the base has four adjustable positions. 

Protection and Comfort from Day One

Safety is paramount with the Mesa V2, which features an adjustable headrest reinforced with EPP foam for extra energy absorption in the event of a collision. The Side Impact Protection (SIP) is integrated into the seat to ensure that your baby’s head remains protected during side-impact situations. For added safety during rear-impact collisions, the fourth position on the carry handle functions as an anti-rebound bar when the seat is installed without the base.

The removable, plush infant insert provides a customized fit for newborns, supporting babies weighing 4–11 lbs. This insert ensures proper body positioning, and the no-rethread, 5-point harness adjusts as your baby grows, making adjustments quick and easy.

Comfort and Convenient Features

The extra-large UPF 25+ hideaway canopy offers ample sun protection, while the back panel ventilation promotes airflow to keep your baby cool and comfortable on warm days. The fabrics are not only machine-washable but also fire retardant-free ensuring a safer environment for both your little one and you. The UPPAbaby Mesa V2 infant car seat is GREENGUARD Gold Certified, which helps support healthier air quality and low chemical emissions inside the car.

Key Features of UPPAbaby’s 2025 Infant Car Seats: Aria and Mesa V2

Right: UPPAbaby Aria / Left: UPPAbaby Mesa V2

UPPAbaby Rove vs. Knox: What’s Changed in Convertible Car Seats in 2025?

In 2025, UPPAbaby is introducing the Rove Convertible Car Seat, which will replace the popular Knox in their lineup. Designed with the evolving needs of growing children in mind, the Rove offers updated features and improvements, while continuing UPPAbaby's commitment to safety, comfort, and ease of use. For parents who were familiar with the Knox , the Rove brings a fresh approach to convertible seating, offering enhanced convenience and innovative design to support your child's journey from infancy to toddlerhood and beyond.

What is new with the UPPAbaby Rove Car Seat?

Set to debut in early 2025, the UPPAbaby Rove Convertible Car Seat is the much-anticipated replacement for the Knox. The Rove brings a fresh approach to the convertible car seat with its innovative design, updated features, and a commitment to providing both safety and comfort for children as they grow. Whether you are transitioning from a infant car seat or upgrading from the Knox, the Rove is designed to grow with your child and adapt to their changing needs, making it an ideal choice for parents seeking long-term usability.

A Seat That Grows with Your Child

The Rove offers extended rear-facing capabilities up to 50 lbs, allowing your child to remain in the safest position for longer than many other car seats on the market. It also accommodates forward-facing children up to 65 lbs and 49" in height, ensuring that your little one has ample room to grow while staying protected. The Comfort Inlay provides a snug, secure fit for infants as small as 14 lbs, and as your child grows, the no-rethread harness system and active support headrest allow for easy adjustments without the need to disassemble the harness.

Enhanced Safety Features 

Safety is paramount in the Rove, which incorporates triple-lay side impact protection and activated side impact pods. These pods, combined with energy-absorbing EPP foam, help to absorb and deflect crash forces, offering superior protection in side-impact collisions. The Multi-directional Tether further reduces seat rotation in both rear-facing and forward-facing positions, ensuring your child remains secure in the event of a crash. Additionally, the Rove features a fourth position on the carry handle that acts as an anti-rebound bar, enhancing safety during rear-impact collisions.

Effortless Installation and Ease of Use

The Rove Introduces a new, simplified installation mechanism with the Quick Guard System, an indicator is used to check the security of the seat. Additionally, the setting up the seat uses a spring-loaded lock-off door to make installation of the vehicle seat belt quick and easy, without the need for the Automatic Locking Retracting System. 

The UPPAbaby rove also uses SmartSecure technology, giving parents peace of mind as an indicator changes from red to green in visual confirmation of the seatbelt's tight and secure installation. A bubble level indicator helps guide the proper seat position, either forward-facing or rear-facing. 

Added Comfort and Convenience

Designed with growing kids in mind, the Rove includes five recline positions for maximum comfort and fit. It also features three crotch buckle positions, ensuring a custom fit for your child at different stages. For added convenience, the harness buckle storage pockets and open belt path make loading your child in and out of the seat a hassle-free experience. The integrated zipper design allows for easy removal of the lower seat cushion, making clean-ups, especially during potty training, a breeze.

Sustainable and Safe Materials

The Rove is crafted with fire-retardant-free materials, including DualTech™ and PureTech™ fabrics. These fabrics are woven to eliminate the need for additional chemical treatments, offering a safer and more natural environment for your child. The PureTech™ merino wool fabric is hypoallergenic and temperature-regulating, providing added comfort, while the DualTech™ fabric ensures durability and softness. Additionally, the Rove is GREENGUARD® Gold Certified, meaning it supports healthier air quality by reducing chemical emissions.

The Rove represents a major upgrade from the Knox, offering extended rear-facing capabilities, superior side-impact protection, a new, simplified installation process, and enhanced comfort features. Whether you're looking for long-term safety or a seat that can grow with your child, the Rove is designed to meet the needs of modern parents, providing peace of mind through every stage of their child’s development.

UPPAbaby Booster Seats: The High-Back Seat That Grows with Your Child

While UPPAbaby’s car seat lineup undergoes some exciting changes in 2025, the Alta V2 High-Back Booser Seat will remain the trusted and reliable option for parents with older children. This year, there are no major updates to the Alta, as it continues to offer premium features designed for growing kids. From energetic elementary schoolers to independent pre-teens, the Alta provides the ideal combination of safety, comfort, and ease of use, ensuring proper seat and belt positioning throughout the child’s booster stage.

UPPAbaby Alta V2: Why Choose UPPAbaby in 2025

The UPPAbaby Alta V2 High-Back Booster seat remains a standout option for families entering the next stage of their child's car seat journey. Designed for children who have outgrown convertible car sears, the Alta V2 offers a seamless blend of of safety, comfort, and convenience. With premium features like advanced side-impact protection, a highly adjustable headrest, and a slim, space-saving design, the Alta V2 continues to deliver the trusted performance Parents rely on. For 2025, It retains its reputation as a reliable, thoughtfully designed booster seat that supports both kids and their parents with ease.

Designed for Comfort and Safety

The Alta V2 features UPPAbaby’s SecureFit™ Belt Routing System, which ensure that your child’s seat belt fits properly every time, offering added peace of mind. As your child grows, the seven-position Active Support Headrest adapts to provide a more precise, comfortable fit. Side-impact protection is enhanced with Side Impact Protections Pods. These pods help absorb and disperse crash forces in the event of a collision. The rigid LATCH system secures the seat firmly in place even when unoccupied, securely anchoring the seat, even during accidents.

Maximized Comfort, Optimized Space

For added convenience, the Alta V2 features a slim design that maximizes space within the vehicle, ensuring unobstructed access to seatbelts and greater comfort for your child. The seat’s ergonomic dual armrests not only offer gentle support but are also designed to improve interaction, making it easier for your child to independently get in and out of their seat.

Built for Growing Kids and Long-Term Use

Designed for children from 40 to 100 lbs and 38” through 57” in height, the Alta V2 is perfect for children who have outgrown their convertible car seats and are ready for the next stage in their journey. The seven- position headrest, combined with the lapbelt positioner, ensures a snug and secure fit, helping children independently secure themselves while minimizing sliding. Made with SafeTech™ fabrics, the Alta V2 is fire retardant-free, keeping both your child and you safe from harmful chemicals. It’s also GREENGUARD® Gold Certified, ensuring that the materials used in the seat promote healthier air quality in your vehicle.

The Alta V2 continues to be a top choice for parents of older children, offering a blend of safety, comfort, and simplicity that ensures your child is always well-supported as they grow. With its sleek design, safety features and ease of use, the Alta V2 remains a reliable booster seat option for 2025.

Conclusion: Choosing the Right UPPAbaby Car Seat for Your Child’s Journey

As UPPAbaby continues to evolve its car seat offerings in 2025, it’s clear that safety, convenience, and comfort remain at the forefront of their design philosophy. From the lightweight Aria for newborns to the Rove that takes your child from infant to toddler years, each UPPAbaby car seat is thoughtfully designed to grow with your child. Whether you’re transitioning to the Mesa V2 for easy infant seating or upgrading to the Alta V2 as your child becomes a booster seat user, UPPAbaby has crafted a line-up of car seats to meet your family’s needs at every stage.

The key is to understand which car seat fits best for your child’s size, age, and your lifestyle. With a wide range of options, including extended rear-facing positions and easy-to-use installation mechanisms, UPPAbaby offers peace of mind for parents who want both safety and ease of use. We hope this guide helps you make an informed decision, keeping your child safe and comfortable on every journey.

F.A.Q.

What age is the UPPAbaby Rove Convertible Car Seat suitable for?

The Rove is designed for children from 14–50 lbs rear-facing and 30–65 lbs forward-facing. It can be used from infancy with the included comfort insert, and it will grow with your child through the toddler and preschool years.

How long can my child stay rear-facing in the UPPAbaby Rove Convertible Car Seat?

The Rove allows your child to remain in the rear-facing position up to 50 lbs, which is higher than many other convertible car seats. This extended rear-facing option ensures your child is in the safest position for as long as possible.

What is the difference between the DualTech™ and PureTech™ fabrics used in UPPAbaby car seats?

DualTech™ fabrics feature fire-retardant-free foam and dual-knit fabric, while PureTech™ fabric uses merino wool, which is hypoallergenic and temperature-regulated for a naturally safe, comfortable experience. Both fabrics are designed to eliminate the need for additional fire-retardant treatments.

Are UPPAbaby car seats safe for air travel?

Yes, both the Aria and Mesa V2 are FAA-approved for air travel, making them great options for families who travel by plane. The Rove convertible car seat is also FAA-certified for airplane use.

What is the difference between the UPPAbaby Aria and Mesa V2 car seats?

Both are top-rated infant car seats, but the Aria is a lightweight option (weighing just under 6 lbs) and designed for parents on the go, while the Mesa V2 offers more advanced side impact protection and easy installation with SmartSecure® technology.