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Joie chili spin 360

The Joie chili spin 360 rear-faces up to 40 lb, forward-faces up to 65 lb, and is 18.4 in wide. Rotating convertible seat from Joie; the maker US manual lists rear-facing 4 to 40 lb and forward-facing 30 to 65 lb.

DiscontinuedNo longer made or sold new. Specs are kept for comparing generations.

  • 40 lbRear-facing to
  • 65 lbHarness to
  • 27.1 lbSeat weight
  • 18.4 inWidth

When does it expire?

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chili spin 360: key facts

  • The Joie chili spin 360 rear-faces from 4 to 40 lb and up to 43 in tall; forward-faces with a harness from 30 to 65 lb and up to 49 in tall, per Joie.
  • Outgrown by height: "Rear-facing: Make sure your child's head is at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) below the top of the headrest."
  • It installs with Rear-facing: LATCH, Rear-facing: lap/shoulder belt, Rear-facing: lap belt only, Forward-facing: LATCH and tether or Forward-facing: lap/shoulder belt and tether.
  • Joie says it expires 10 years after the date of manufacture.
  • Joie says it isn't certified for aircraft.
  • It's 18.4 in wide at the widest point and weighs 27.1 lb.

From Joie's manual and published specs. Always follow the limits on your seat's labels.

How the chili spin 360 stacks up

Against the 40 convertible car seats we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.

Expiration10 years

Within the typical range for convertible car seats (9 years to 10 years).

This one
7 yearsmiddle 10 years10 years
Rear-facing limit40 lb18th highest rear-facing limit of 39

Within the typical range for convertible car seats (40 lb to 50 lb).

This one
35 lbmiddle 40 lb65 lb
Forward-facing limit65 lbHighest forward-facing limit of 39 convertible car seats

The same as most convertible car seats (65 lb).

This one
40 lbmiddle 65 lb65 lb
Width18.4 in19th narrowest of 29

Within the typical range for convertible car seats (17 in to 18.9 in).

This one
14.5 inmiddle 17.8 in23.5 in
Weight27.1 lb18th lightest of 26

Within the typical range for convertible car seats (21.6 lb to 27.9 lb).

This one
8 lbmiddle 26 lb31.3 lb

Listed features

  • Maker manual lists 4 recline positions
  • Maker manual lists 10 headrest and harness height positions
  • Maker manual lists LATCH, lap/shoulder belt and lap belt installs

Worth checking

  • Maker manual says not certified for aircraft use
  • Manual does not list seat weight or dimensions

Where to buy the chili spin 360

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good to know
  • Discontinued. You may still find it used or on clearance.
  • Check for recalls: Search the agency's recall list with the model number and date code from the label: NHTSA recall search.
  • Car seat use and installation: see NHTSA's car seat page, which also lists free car seat inspection by certified technicians. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Full specs

Joie chili spin 360
TypeConvertible
Rear-facing weight4–40 lb
Rear-facing heightUp to 43 in
Forward-facing weight30–65 lb
Forward-facing heightUp to 49 in
Seat weight27.1 lb
Width18.4 in
Head ruleRear-facing: Make sure your child's head is at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) below the top of the headrest.
InstallationRear-facing: LATCH, Rear-facing: lap/shoulder belt, Rear-facing: lap belt only, Forward-facing: LATCH and tether, Forward-facing: lap/shoulder belt and tether
Load legNo
RotatesYes
Harness heights10
Recline positions4
Aircraft labelNot certified for aircraft
Expires after10 years

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chili spin 360: questions answered

From Joie's published specs and retailer listings, last checked 2026-11-06.

Does the Joie chili spin 360 rear-face longer than other convertible seats?

20 of the 50 convertible seats we track rear-face to a higher weight than its 40 lb. The highest is the Axkid One 3 at 65 lb. NHTSA: stay rear-facing "until he or she reaches the top height or weight limit allowed by your car seat's manufacturer." (NHTSA)

Will the Joie chili spin 360 fit three across or in a small car?

It's wider than 56% of the convertible seats we track, at 18.4 in. The narrowest is the WAYB Pico at 14.5 in. Fit depends on your vehicle; check each seat's manual and your vehicle manual. Car seat use and installation: see NHTSA's car seat page, which also lists free car seat inspection by certified technicians. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Can you bring the Joie chili spin 360 on a plane?

Joie doesn't list it as certified for aircraft, so it can be checked as luggage but not used in the plane seat. See seats approved for planes.

chili spin 360 or Advocate ClickTight: what's different?

By the makers' specs, the chili spin 360 has a rotating seat; the Advocate ClickTight has no added flame retardants (maker's claim). See every spec side by side.

Is it OK to buy a used chili spin 360?

NHTSA publishes guidance on used car seats on its car seat page. Joie lists a lifespan of 10 years from manufacture for this model. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.

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Where these specs come from

Last checked 2026-11-06. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.