Britax Boulevard vs. Marathon: A Comprehensive Guide and Comparison
Looking for the perfect car seat for your little one? Here's a comprehensive guide to help you choose between Britax Boulevard and Marathon car seats. Both seats are part of Britax's ClickTight line and offer SafeCell technology, high-strength steel frames, and V-shaped tethers for added safety during a crash. However, there are some key differences to consider.
** Britax Boulevard **
- Safety Features: The Boulevard has two layers of side impact protection, a machine-washable cover, easy install, and a quick-adjust harness and headrest. It also has well-padded seats and a V-shaped tether for improved stability.
- Price: The Boulevard is about $30 more expensive than the Marathon and slightly heavier.
** Britax Marathon **
- Safety Features: The Marathon has one layer of side impact protection, a single-layer foam padding for improved side impact protection, a patented V-shaped tether to minimize side-to-side seat rotation, and 14 position harness adjustment. It also has seven recline angles and an automatic level indicator for easy compatibility with different vehicles.
- Price: The Marathon is the most affordable of the three seats and designed to grow with your child.
** Comparison Chart **
Here's a chart comparing the specs and features of the Britax Boulevard and Marathon car seats:
| Feature | Boulevard | Marathon |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Features | 2 layers side impact protection, machine-washable cover, easy install, quick-adjust harness and headrest, V-shaped tether for improved stability | 1 layer side impact protection, single-layer foam padding for improved side impact protection, patente |
