Choosing a pram for a small car

A small car does not rule out a comfortable pram, but it does change your priorities. Start with the fold, then weigh up what you give away for it.

Start with the boot

• Measure the height and width of the boot opening, not just the floor.
• Measure the floor depth from the lip to the back of the rear seats.
• Note anything that takes up space: wheel arches, a raised floor, a subwoofer or a spare tyre cover.

Then shortlist by fold

Our small car list shows prams whose largest published folded dimension is 60 cm or less. Compact strollers such as the Bugaboo Butterfly 2 Plus and UPPAbaby Minu V3 fall into this group.

Know the trade-offs

• Smaller wheels are generally less comfortable on rough ground.
• Baskets are usually smaller.
• A newborn setup may rely on a lie-flat seat or an insert rather than a full bassinet. Check the manufacturer's instructions for the setup you need.

Leave room for everything else

The pram is rarely the only thing in the boot. If you regularly carry shopping or a nappy bag, allow for it when you compare dimensions.

We have not physically tested any pram in any car yet. When we do, results will appear on the car-fit page with photos and the exact configuration used.