Can I fit a child seat in the third row?

Hi,

We have a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe. We are unable to install the three car seats we have in the middle row so are wondering if it is safe to install a convertible forward facing child car seat in the third row using the seatbelt? I know it might not be illegal but is it safe?

Thanks

Martin Healy (Dublin)

Aug 2020 Filed under: child or baby seats

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Expert answer

Hi Martin,

It will be safe in terms of the seatbelt mounting etc. The only thing to consider is that there is less room between the back of the car and the child in the case of a rear-end crash, but that's the case for nearly all seven-seat cars in fairness.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor
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