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UPPAbaby Cruz V3 — The everyday luxury full-size stroller EDITOR'S CHOICE

If you want a no-compromise full-size stroller that's been redesigned to work from birth without an extra bassinet, the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 is the kind of stroller that quietly handles the hard stuff so you can focus on the baby (and your coffee). It's not a lightweight travel stroller — it's a proper, grown-up full-size with premium finishes, big storage, and a ride that parents keep calling "so smooth."

Best for: parents who want a single stroller to cover newborn to toddler life; urban families who need big basket capacity and a comfy, stable push.
Cruz V3 in action – smooth ride

What makes it stand out

From birth, no extras

Seat reclines fully flat + infant insert – no bassinet needed.

Premium build

Leatherette details, tight construction, high-end feel.

Huge storage

Massive basket – parents love how much they can carry.

Weather-ready

Bug shield + rain cover included.

Cruz V3 side view

Reversible seat and adjustable handlebar

What we loved

Ride & maneuverability

Smooth over sidewalks, easy to turn – babies fall asleep fast.

Reversible, lay‑flat seat

Parent/world facing, true lay‑flat for newborns.

Thoughtful details

  • Magnetic harness buckle
  • Leatherette bumper bar
  • Adjustable handlebar

Support

Bug + rain shields included; tons of video tutorials.

Fold & features demo

"Holy crap" moment

"Take him to any baby store … it's so smooth, the baby is super comfortable and he falls asleep so fast in it."
Baby sleeping in stroller

Downsides / tradeoffs

  • Premium price. It's an investment stroller.
  • Heavier than travel strollers. Not for overhead bins.
  • Fold & fabric quirks. Extra steps, loose newborn apron after use.
  • Seat slightly narrower than previous version.
folded stroller
Cruz V3 detail

Quick verdict

If you want one stroller to reliably carry you from newborn days through toddlerhood, the UPPAbaby Cruz V3 is an excellent, thoughtful choice — premium materials, huge storage, a genuinely comfortable push, and newborn‑ready upgrades. It's not for bargain hunters or those who need the lightest travel fold — but for everyday life, errands, and long stroller‑heavy months, it's one of the most convincing full‑size options on the market right now.

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