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Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido

The Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido rear-faces up to 30 lb, weighs 8.2 lb, and has an expiration of 7 years, per Peg Perego. Peg Perego infant carrier in the Nido version, with an 8.2 lb carrier and an 11 lb base.

  • $449.99List price
  • 30 lbRear-facing to
  • 8.2 lbSeat weight
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Primo Viaggio Nido: key facts

  • The Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido rear-faces from 4 to 30 lb and up to 32 in tall, per Peg Perego.
  • Outgrown by height: "The top of the child head should not exceed the top of the seat back by at least one inch (2.5 cm)"
  • It installs with LATCH with base, vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt with base or vehicle belt without base.
  • Peg Perego says it expires 7 years after the date of manufacture.
  • Peg Perego lists it as certified for aircraft ("This unit is certified for aircraft use.").

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

How the Primo Viaggio Nido stacks up

Against the 74 infant car seats we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.

Expiration7 years

Within the typical range for infant car seats (6 years to 8 years).

This one
6 yearsmiddle 7 years10 years
Rear-facing limit30 lb6th highest rear-facing limit of 73

The same as most infant car seats (30 lb).

This one
22 lbmiddle 30 lb35 lb
Weight8.2 lb16th lightest of 58

Within the typical range for infant car seats (8.2 lb to 9.8 lb).

This one
6 lbmiddle 9 lb29 lb
Price$449.9944th lowest price of 58

Within the typical range for infant car seats ($219.99 to $449.99).

This one
$74.99middle $329.99$850

What sets the Primo Viaggio Nido apart

Measured against the 74 infant car seats we compare, from each maker's published specs.

  • Weight: 8.2 lbin the middle half of the 58 infant car seats that publish it (8.2 lb to 9.8 lb)

Next to its closest matches

  • Nuna PIPA aireNext to it, the Primo Viaggio Nido is 2.2 lb heavier; has anti-rebound bar (the PIPA aire doesn't).
  • Nuna PIPA rxNext to it, the Primo Viaggio Nido is 0.6 lb heavier; $40 more.
  • Clek LiingoNext to it, the Primo Viaggio Nido is 2 years shorter before it expires; 0.8 lb lighter; $50 more; has base included (the Liingo doesn't); has load leg (the Liingo doesn't).

Flying with the Primo Viaggio Nido

Peg Perego's label: “This unit is certified for aircraft use.”

What airlines say about car seats:

  • American: “Each ticketed customer is allowed 1 stroller and 1 car seat to be checked free of charge” “If an unoccupied, adjoining seat is not available, the gate agent will check the safety seat to your final destination.” Source
  • Alaska: “We will transport your child's car seat and stroller free of charge as checked baggage.” Source
  • JetBlue: “Checking a child safety seat will not count towards your checked baggage allowance and there is no fee assessed” Source
  • Spirit: “One (1) car seat will be accepted per child as checked baggage at no charge.” Source
  • Frontier: “strollers and car seats can be checked for free.” Source
  • Allegiant: “There is no charge for checking or gate checking one car seat per fare-paying passenger.” Source
  • Breeze: “Child seats may be carried on board the aircraft if a seat has been purchased for the Infant or Child” Source

Quoted from each airline's page as of 2026-11-02.

Listed features

  • Carrier is 8.2 lb without hood and inserts
  • Adapters sold for several stroller brands

Worth checking

  • Load leg is a separate base accessory

Where to buy the Primo Viaggio Nido

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good to know
  • 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

Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido
TypeInfant car seat
List price$449.99
Rear-facing weight4–30 lb
Rear-facing heightUp to 32 in
Seat weight8.2 lb
Base weight11 lb
Head ruleThe top of the child head should not exceed the top of the seat back by at least one inch (2.5 cm)
Base includedYes
Newborn insertDual Stage Cushion System: may be used from birth up to about 20 lbs (9 kg) or when the torso of your baby fully occupies the space between the crotch strap and the shoulder slots.
InstallationLATCH with base, vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt with base, vehicle belt without base
Load legYes
Anti-rebound barYes
RotatesNo
Harness heights6
Works with strollersPeg Perego, UPPAbaby and other strollers via separately sold adapters
Stroller adaptersPV Adapter/Links Uppababy ($49.99), PV Adapter/Links Universal ($49.99); PV Adapter/Links Peg Perego ($19.99) for Peg Perego chassis
Handle in the carWith base: 'It is recommended to adjust the handle so that it rests at the top edge of the car seat'. Without base and on aircraft: 'adjust the handle in the forward most position as shown. Any other position may injure your baby in an accident.'
Aircraft labelCertified for aircraft, per the maker
No added flame retardantsYes
Expires after7 years

Compare the Primo Viaggio Nido with

How each closest rival differs from the Primo Viaggio Nido, from the makers' specs.

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Primo Viaggio Nido: questions answered

From Peg Perego's published specs, last checked 2026-11-06.

Does the Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido rear-face longer than other infant seats?

24 of the 97 infant seats we track rear-face to a higher weight than its 30 lb. The highest is the Baby Jogger City GO 2 at 35 lb. NHTSA: stay rear-facing "until he or she reaches the top height or weight limit allowed by your car seat's manufacturer." (NHTSA)

Is the Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido heavy to carry?

With a 7.5 lb newborn inside you'd lift about 15.7 lb, and that grows as your baby does. The carrier is lighter than 75% of the infant seats we track. See the lightest infant seats.

Can you use the Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido in a taxi or Uber without the base?

Yes. Peg Perego lists a baseless install with the vehicle belt; see the manual for the belt routing.

Can you bring the Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Nido on a plane?

Yes, Peg Perego lists it as certified for aircraft; look for the red-lettered label that says so. The FAA asks that a car seat go in a window seat so it doesn't block the aisle, and the crew will look for that label. It weighs 8.2 lb to carry through the airport.

Primo Viaggio Nido or PIPA aire: what's different?

By the makers' specs, the Primo Viaggio Nido has an anti-rebound bar; the PIPA aire lists for $9.99 less. See every spec side by side.

Is it OK to buy a used Primo Viaggio Nido?

NHTSA publishes guidance on used car seats on its car seat page. Peg Perego lists a lifespan of 7 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.

More infant car seats

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  • Peg PeregoPrimo Viaggio Loungerear-facing to 30 lb10.4 lb$499.99
  • RömerJunirear-facing to 30 lb16.9 in wide$499.99
  • UPPAbabyAria V2rear-facing to 30 lb17 in wide$399.99
  • CybexAton G2rear-facing to 30 lb17.5 in wide$399.95
  • BritaxCypressrear-facing to 30 lb16.9 in wide$379.99

Where these specs come from

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