When did ISOFIX become standard fit?

In what year did ISOFIX become standard in European cars? Baby on the way and have been given a car seat that is ISOFIX compatible, but have a 2000 Toyota Yaris that does not have it fitted.

David Mullen (Leopardstown Valley)

Aug 2014 Filed under: child or baby seats

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Expert answer

Hi David,

Sadly it was only quite recently that ISOFIX became a required fitting. According to the EU, "Under the current UN/ECE R14, all new vehicles produced since February 2013 are required to have ISOFIX lower anchorages and top tether attachments."  

Bonus trivia fact: ISOFIX was originally jointly developed by child seat maker Britax and Volkswagen. That probably doesn't help your search for a car that has it though. What I would suggest is to look up the website of the maker of the seat. Many seat makers (such as Maxi-Cosi, here: http://www.maxi-cosi.com/ie-en/service/car-fitting.aspx) provide a matching service to help you determine which cars your seat will fit in. 

Otherwise, get in touch with a seat expert such as Mothercare or Tony Kelly's who will be able to help you out.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe