This child car seat has passed the regulatory tests required by UN-Regulation 129/03 to be sold as an i-Size toddler car seat for children measuring 61cm to 105cm tall, which is six months to four years old. But in our own tests, which are conducted at higher speeds and involve greater forces than the standard requires, this seat scored poorly during the frontal-impact crash tests.
When testing with the car seat set up in the forward-facing configuration, the support leg on the Twist Isofix base broke and caused the seat to remain attached but fly upwards, which could result in the top of the car seat and a child’s head hitting the car roof.
When testing with the car seat set up in a rear-facing configuration, the support leg on the Twist base broke again. This resulted in additional forces that caused the seat to detach from the Isofix base and fly through the test vehicle.
For this reason the test score is automatically downgraded to 0% and the seat gets our Don't Buy warning. A good result in any of our other tests can't compensate for this poor result.
We informed Peg Perego of the outcome of our tests, and it told us it’s investigating the issue before taking further action. We informed Peg Perego of the outcome of our tests, and it told us it’s investigating the issue before taking further action. It said:
'Peg Perego has always been in the forefront on child safety. Everyday we look for continuous improvement and innovation in performance, without any compromises in terms of safety.
'Our Viaggio Twist recently passed all R129 homologation tests and therefore we are confident that our product guarantees safety for consumers.
'Peg Perego is investigating why the product performed in such a way under the more stringent conditions of... [the Which?]... test.'
In the meantime, the distribution of car seats has been put on hold. Consumers with questions about the Viaggio Twist + Base Twist are advised to contact Peg Perego’s customer service on 01484 910015 or email uk.customerservice@pegperego.com.
Peg Perego said the Viaggio Twist is only recently launched, and it’s likely that it’s not been sold too widely across Europe or the UK. The Base Twist is also compatible with other models of Peg Perego car seat.
The Peg Perego Viaggio Twist + Base Twist is a toddler car seat that’s part of a modular system. This means you can use the Base Twist Isofix base with a baby car seat and then keep it to use with the Viaggio Twist. We put this car seat through our tough crash tests and discovered some issues, so it’s a Don’t Buy. Read our safety alert to find out why.
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KEY TEST RESULTS
Safety rating
Fitting in car
Comfort of your child
Apr 2024First reviewed by Which?
Nov 2023Released
The overall Which? test score is made up of the following star ratings, all determined by our rigorous lab tests.
The overall safety score is made up of the results of crash testing (front crash; side crash) seat design, stability in the car and belt routing. Our crash tests go beyond the legal minimum requirements for UK car seat regulations and are conducted at higher speeds and forces than the regulations require. We feel our tests more accurately reflect what could happen in a real life crash.
Fitting in car
Overall
Buckling up
Avoiding misuse and instructions
Cleaning
Space required in car
How we test fitting in car
Fitting and using includes: How easy it is to install the seat correctly in the car. How easy it is to strap a child securely into the seat. How well the seat is designed in order to prevent incorrect use. How easy the seat cover is to remove and wash. How little space the seat takes up in the car and how comfortable your child is in the seat.
Ergonomics
Overall
Comfort of your child
How we test ergonomics
Our experts conduct an ergonomic assessment of each seat to make sure your child will be in the best position when travelling, along with the level of padding and support. Our tests also reveal how much space this car seat takes up in the back seat of a car and how easy it is to get your child in and out of the seat. Plus, our eagle-eyed car seat experts will check whether this seat affects how much space any front passengers have. This assessment was introduced to our site in May 2015. If a seat does not have this score, it was tested before May 2015.
General
Height of child
61cm to 105cm
Seat size
i-Size toddler to child
Age group
Toddler to child
Direction of travel
Reversible
Extended rear-facing seat
Yes
Installation type
Isofix base installation only
Harness or shield seat
Harness
How is the child held in the seat?
5 point harness
Manufacturer URL
https://uk.pegperego.com
Features
Adult seat belt
No
Isofix integrated into seat
No
Isofix base
Yes
Belted base
No
Type of Isofix
Isofix connectors with support leg
Swivel seat
Yes
Weight of seat (kg)
8.1kg
Weight of base (kg)
7.3kg
Part of a travel system?
No
Harness height adjustment
Rethread harness
Recline
Multiple
Adjustable headrest
Yes
TESTING IN NUMBERS
216
Child car seats
37
Best Buys
18
Don't Buys
How this product's score compares with other child car seats we've tested
0%Lowest score
64%Average score
%This product
82%Highest score
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