Diono Cambria LE 2-in-1 Booster Seat

Overview

The Diono 31210-NA-02 is a forward-facing car seat built from alloy steel, aluminum, plastic and polyethylene, rated for children up to 120 pounds. At 12.79 pounds it is a metal-reinforced seat that installs with the vehicle's seat belt rather than the latch system.

Diono's forward-facing seats are known for extending well beyond the weight limits of typical convertible seats, and the 120 pound rating here fits that pattern, meaning the seat can plausibly stay in use through the early school-age years. Seat belt installation only means there is no latch anchor option on this model, worth checking against your vehicle's setup before buying.

• Forward-facing orientation
• 120 lb weight capacity
• Seat belt installation
• 12.79 lb, alloy steel and aluminum build

Who it's for

Fits families with a child who has outgrown rear-facing or infant seats and needs a forward-facing seat with room to grow. Not for parents specifically wanting a latch-based install or a seat for infants.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

The alloy steel and aluminum construction adds structure that plastic-only seats lack, part of how Diono reaches its higher weight ratings. Seat belt-only installation means correct routing and a snug pull each time matter for the seat to perform as rated.

Specifications

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