Maxi-Cosi Oxford Modular vs Maxi-Cosi Fame

Folded, the Maxi-Cosi Fame makes a 6.91 cu ft box to the Maxi-Cosi Oxford Modular's 7.46 cu ft. Neither fits a 22 x 14 x 9 in carry-on sizer: the Maxi-Cosi Oxford Modular misses by 12.26 in and the Maxi-Cosi Fame by 10.51 in. The Maxi-Cosi Oxford Modular is 4.3 lb lighter by its maker's figure (27.9 lb to 32.2 lb). The Maxi-Cosi Oxford Modular is newborn-ready as sold; the Maxi-Cosi Fame needs a bassinet, insert or infant car seat for the first months.

Maxi-Cosi Oxford Modular stroller

Maxi-Cosi

Maxi-Cosi Oxford Modular

Over by 12.26 in (3 sides over)

~$650

Has a built-in lie-flat carriage, so it needs no bassinet purchase, and a seat rated to 55 lb.

Best for: Newborn carriage first, toddler seat later, on one mid-priced frame

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Maxi-Cosi Fame stroller

Maxi-Cosi

Maxi-Cosi Fame

Over by 10.51 in (3 sides over)

~$1,000

At 32.2 lb the Fame is the second-heaviest Maxi-Cosi full-size, with LED lights in the frame and basket, a USB-C charging port, a 6-position handlebar and a 22 lb basket.

Best for: Feature-hungry buyers who will trade weight for lights and charging

Specification comparison of the Maxi-Cosi Oxford Modular and the Maxi-Cosi Fame
SpecificationMaxi-Cosi Oxford ModularMaxi-Cosi Fame
Approx. price~$650~$1,000
TypeFull-sizeFull-size
Weight27.9 lb32.2 lb
Newborn optionBassinet in the boxNewborns ride in an infant car seat
Folded size26.77 x 22.64 x 21.26 in30.93 x 24.51 x 15.76 in
Carry-on checkOver by 12.26 in (3 sides over)Over by 10.51 in (3 sides over)
Folded box7.46 cu ft6.91 cu ft
FoldTwo-hand fold, stands when foldedTwo-hand fold, stands when folded
Basket22 lb22 lb
Max child weight55 lb50 lb
ReclineRecline offered, position count not published; 3-position footrest3 positions
Car seats1 seat family: 1 with an adapter1 seat family: 1 with an adapter

Maxi-Cosi Oxford Modular: what it gives up

  • 27.9 lb and a 26.8 in deep fold is large for a car trunk
  • Two-hand fold
  • Fits Maxi-Cosi seats only; no other brand is named

Maxi-Cosi Fame: what it gives up

  • 32.2 lb is second only to the Tana 360 (32.9 lb) in Maxi-Cosi's line
  • $999.99 matches the Tana 360 as the top of its range
  • Two-hand fold, 31 in deep
  • Seat is limited to 50 lb and 40 in
  • No built-in carriage; a bassinet is not offered on the page

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