What Cars Have ISOFIX in Australia?

Disclaimer: This information is general in nature only. While Budget Direct has endeavoured to ensure the information, we’ve relied on is accurate and current, we do not guarantee it. Budget Direct accepts no liability for this information.

When it comes to safety, everyone wants what’s best for their children. And while Australia’s safety record for children in cars has traditionally been quite good, this is an area where there’s always room for improvement.

Car seats are an item that you don’t want to take any risks with.

You want to make sure that your children are safe and secure, which is why at Budget Direct we’ve compiled a list of Australian cars with ISOFIX: the internationally standardised car seat fitting system; so that you and your children are safe on the road.

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What is ISOFIX?

ISOFIX is a universal product standard used for safely attaching child safety capsules in cars.

Is ISOFIX legal in Australia

Yes. In September 2014, ISOFIX was legalised in Australia.

Australia was a late adopter of ISOFIX. Despite it being used in North America and Europe since the mid-2000s, it was illegal to sell or use ISOFIX capsules in Australia until September 2014.

How do I know if my car has ISOFIX?

If you can’t find your car on this list and want to check for yourself whether it has ISOFIX fittings, you have a few options.

Firstly, you should always check your car’s user manual, which will usually specify whether the vehicle contains ISOFIX fittings. Failing this, you can also try asking at the dealership when you purchase your car, as they will often have this information.

If you aren’t looking to upgrade and want to make your car safer, you should ask if an ISOFIX car seat will be compatible with your vehicle, as many sellers will keep a list of compatible vehicles.

What are the benefits of ISOFIX?

Prior to ISOFIX being legalised in Australia, a study by Monash University Accident Research Centre found that 88% of forward-facing car seats were incorrectly installed in Australia, as well as 67% of infant seats and 63% of booster seats ^[1].

According to the study, some of the most common mistakes were twisted seat belts, straps being either twisted, out of position, or incorrectly routed, missing/incorrectly fitted buckles and clips, and using the wrong sized restraint ^[1].

These statistics would make any parent worry.

The main benefit of ISOFIX is how easy it is to install. Unlike other car seats, ISOFIX uses a ‘clip in’ system, which basically means that it’s either attached or it’s not — there’s little margin for error.

Usually, all you need to do is clip the ISOFIX clasps into the corresponding clasps on your car seat, although you should always consult your installation manual for more detailed instructions.

Safety information

Unless otherwise stated, all ISOFIX positions listed below are in the vehicle’s rear seats. Remember, the Mandatory Standard for Child Restraints for Motor Vehicles in Australia stipulates that up to the age of four, it is illegal for children to sit in the front seat of a vehicle ^[2].

This is because it is generally considered safer for young children to travel in a vehicle’s rear seats. Babies up to the age of 6 months must sit in a rear-facing seat, and it is recommended that even above this age children continue to sit in a rear-facing seat until they outgrow the seat.

Children above the age of four can travel in the front seat if they’re fitted in a booster seat, although for safety reasons it is recommended that they continue to travel in the back seat. Failure to comply with these laws can means that you are liable for a substantial fine and a loss of demerit points in all states^[2].

Further, in contrast to Europe and North America, Australian Design Rules stipulate that ISOFIX capsules must also be held in place by a top-tether restraint, so it’s important to be aware of this when fitting an ISOFIX capsule in your vehicle ^[3].

List of cars with ISOFIX in Australia

Note: While we have endeavoured to make this list as comprehensive as possible, it is possible that we may have overlooked some cars that are ISOFIX fitted. This list should be taken as a guide only. You should always check your vehicle’s user manual to confirm whether it is ISOFIX compatible.

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Alfa Romeo
Model	Year
147	2000-2010
156	1997-2005
159	2005-2011
Giulietta	2010-current
Mito	2008-current
Brera	2005-2010
Stelvio	2017-current
Giulia	2016-current

Audi
Model	Year
A1	2010-current
A2	2000-2005
A3	2003-current
A4	2004-current
A5	2007-current
A6	2006-current
A7	2010-current
A8	2002-current
Q2	2016-current
Q3	2011-current
Q5	2009-current
Q7	2006-current
TT	2015-current

Bently
Model	Year
Continental Flying Spur	2005-current
Continental GT	2003-current
Mulsanne	2012-current

BMW
Model	Year
1 Series	2004-current
2 Series	2013-current
3 Series	2005-current
5 Series	2003-current
6 Series	2003-current
7 Series	2008-current
X1	2009-current
X2	2018-current
X3	2006-current
X4	2014-current
X5	2006-current
X6	2008-current
i3	2013-current
i8	2014-current

Chrysler
Model	Year
PT Cruiser	2000-2010
Voyager	2001-2011
300C	2008-2011

Citroen
Model	Year
C2	2003-2010
C3	2003-current
C4	2004-current
C4 Aircross	2012-current
C4 Cactus	2014-2015
C4 Grand Picasso	2007-current
C5	2000-current
C6	2005-2012
Berlingo	2008-current
DS3	2009-current
DS4	2010-current
DS5	2011-current

Daihatsu
Model	Year
Sirion	2005-2011
Mira	2006-2014

Fiat
Model	Year
500	2008-current
Punto	1999-current
Scudo	2007-2015
Dolbo	2009-current
Freemont	2011-2016
500X	2014-current

Ford
Model	Year
Fiesta	2008-current
Focus	2004-current
Mondeo	2000-current
Kuga	2008-current
Transit	2006-current
Mustang	2016-current
Escape	2016-current
Ecosport	2014-current
Everest	2017-current
Ranger	2012-current

Holden
Model	Year
Astra	2011-current
Barina	2006-current
Captiva	2006-2018
Colorado	2012-current
Combo	2001-current
Commodore	2013-current
Cruze	2009-2015
Epica	2005-2011
Equinox	2017-current
Insignia	2009-current
Malibu	2011-2016
Spark	2009-2015
Trailblazer	2016-current
Trax	2013-2015
Vectra	2003-2008
Volt	2010-2015

Honda
Model	Year
Accord	2008-current
City	2009-current
Civic	2006-current
CRV	2007-current
HRV	2015-current
Insight	2009-2014
Jazz	2008-current
Legend	2004-2012

Hyundai
Model	Year
Accent	2002-current
Coupe	2001-2008
Elantra	2002-current
Genesis	2008-2015
Getz	2002-2011
i20	2008-current
i30	2007-current
i40	2011-current
ix35	2012-2015
Santa Fe	2006-current
Sonata	2001-current
Terracan	2002-2006
Tucson	2015-current
Veloster	2004-current

Infiniti
Model	Year
FX37	2008-2013
G37	2012-2013
Q30	2016-current
Q50	2013-current
Q60	2014-current
Q70	2013-2015
QX30	2016-current
QX50	2013-2015
QX70	2013-current

Isuzu
Model	Year
MU-X	2013-current

Jeep
Model	Year
Cherokee	2008-current
Commander	2006-2010
Compass	2007-2014
Grand Cherokee	2005-current
Patriot	2007-2012
Renegade	2014-current
Wrangler	2011-current

Kia
Model	Year
Carnival	2006-current
Optima	2015-current
Picanto	2004-current
Rio	2005-current
Sorento	2002-current
Soul	2008-current
Sportage	2004-current

Land Rover
Model	Year
Discovery	2004-current
Discovery Sport	2014-current
Freelander	2007-2015
Freelander 2	2006-current
Range Rover	2002-current
Range Rover Evoque	2011-current
Range Rover Sport	2005-current

Lexus
Model	Year
CT	2011-current
GS	2011-current
IS	2013-current
LC	2016-current
LS	2012-current
NX	2014-current
RC	2014-current
RX	2008-current

Maserati
Model	Year
Quattroporte	2013-current
GranTurismo	2007-current
GranCabrio	2010-current
Ghibli	2013-current
Levante	2016-current

Mazda
Model	Year
2	2002-current
3	2003-current
6	2002-current
CX3	2015-current
CX5	2013-current
CX7	2006-2012
CX8	2018-current
CX9	2009-current

Mercedes
Model	Year
A Class	2004-current
B Class	2005-current
C Class	2007-current
CL	2006-2013
CLA	2004-current
CLC	2008-2012
CLK	2004-current
CLS	2004-current
E Class	2003-current
GL	2012-2015
GLA	2013-current
GLC	2015-2013
GLE	2015-current
GLS	2016-current
M	2011-2015
Maybach	2015-current
R	2006-2013
S Class	2005-current
V Class	2014-current
Viano	2004-current
Vito	2004-current

MINI
Model	Year
Clubman	2007-2014
Paceman	2013-2015
Countryman	2008-current
Hatchback	2014-current

Mitsubishi
Model	Year
ASX	2010-current
Challenger	2014-2015
Colt	2004-2008
Eclipse Cross	2017-current
Grandis	2004-2011
iMiEV	2010-current
Lancer	2003-current
Mirage	2016-current
Outlander	2007-current
Outlander PHEV	2013-current
Pajero	2007-current
Pajero Sport	2015-current
Triton	2014-current

Nissan
Model	Year
Juke	2011-current
Leaf	2010-current
Micra	2002-current
Murano	2008-2015
Navara	2008-current
Pulsar	2014-current
Qashqai	2007-current
X-trail	2007-current

Peugeot
Model	Year
206	2005-2012
207	2007-2015
208	2012-current
307	2006-2009
308	2008-2014
407	2006-2012
508	2010-current
2008	2013-current
3008	2009-current
5008	2009-current
Partner	2009-2014
2008	2007-current

Porsche
Model	Year
Cayenne	2010-current
Macan	2013-current
Panamera	2009-current

Renault
Model	Year
Captur	2013-current
Clio	2007-current
Fluence	2009-2014
Kangoo	2008-current
Koleos	2008-current
Laguna	2002-2015
Megane	2005-current
Scenic	2005-current
Zoe	2013-current

Rolls-Royce
Model	Year
Ghost	2010-current
Phantom	2003-current

Saab
Model	Year
9-3	2006-2013
9-5	2009-2012

Skoda
Model	Year
Fabia	2008-current
Kodiaq	2017-current
Octavia	2004-current
Superb	2008-current
Yeti	2009-current

Smart
Model	Year
Fortwo	2008-current
Forfour	2014-current

Ssangyong
Model	Year
Actyon	2007-2014
Rexton	2007-2012
Korando	2010-current

Subaru
Model	Year
Forester	2008-current
Impreza	2007-current
Levorg	2014-current
Liberty	2016-current
Outback	2009-current
Tribeca	2006-2014
WRX	2015-current
XV	2011-current

Suzuki
Model	Year
Alto	2008-2014
Baleno	2015-current
Celerio	2014-current
Grand Vitara	2002-current
Ignis	2016-current
Kizashi	2010-2016
Liana	2002-current
S-Cross	2016-current
Swift	2004-current
SX4	2007-2012
Vitara	2006-current
Wagon R+	2002-current

Tesla
Model	Year
Model S	2013-current
Model X	2016-current

Toyota
Model	Year
Aurion	2016-2017
CH-R	2016-current
Camry	2016-current
Corolla	2018-current
Fortuner	2015-current
Hilux	2015-current
IQ	2009-2014
Prius	2009-current
RAV4	2007-current
Yaris	2006-current

Volkswagen
Model	Year
Caddy	2005-current
CC	2008-2012
Eos	2007-2015
Golf	1999-current
Jetta	2006-current
Multivan Caravelle	1999-current
Passat	2006-current
Polo	2009-current
Scirocco	2009-2017
Tiguan	2009-current
Touareg	2004-current
Up!	2011-current

Volvo
Model	Year
C30	2007-2003
C70	2007-2013
S40	2006-2013
S60	2010-current
S80	2007-2015
S90	2016-current
V40	2012-current
V50	2005-2012
V60	2010-current
V70	2008-2016
V90	2016-current
XC60	2008-current
XC70	2007-2016
XC90	2006-current