Hartan VIP XL
The Hartan VIP XL is a full-sized stroller with a possibility to create a stroller system. The chassis with a low center of gravity offers a rather compact fold. After the redesign of the seat covers, the VIP XL has been replaced by the VIP GT.
The smooth ride of the stroller is ensured by the elaborate suspension system with an option to regulate the level of shock-absorbing. The front swivel wheels are smaller and suitable for city walks, but they can handle the occasional terrain use. The Wippmatic brake is activated by pushing the red button and released by pushing the green one. The brake can be complemented with the optional decelerative handbrake. Another option to choose from when buying the stroller is a leather-covered handlebar.
The seat unit is softly padded with a thermoinsulative type of fabric which is also fully washable. The seat unit can be reclined flat. It is also possible to extend the leg rest which will increase the total length of the seat. The robust hood featuring a pocket will protect your child against the elements. There is also a ventilation part convenient during hot days. You can create a stroller system suitable from birth by purchasing either one of two carrycots inserted in the seat - the Soft, transformable into a footmuff, or the reinforced Kombi - or with the hard, foldable carrycot Falt. Using adapters, you can also attach a car seat. The VIP XL was also released in a special s.Oliver edition.
The Hartan VIP XL is a full-sized stroller with a possibility to create a stroller system. The chassis with a low center of gravity offers a rather compact fold. After the redesign of the seat covers, the VIP XL has been replaced by the VIP GT.
The smooth ride of the stroller is ensured by the elaborate suspension system with an option to regulate the level of shock-absorbing. The front swivel wheels are smaller and suitable for city walks, but they can handle the occasional terrain use. The Wippmatic brake is activated by pushing the red button and released by pushing the green one. The brake can be complemented with the optional decelerative handbrake. Another option to choose from when buying the stroller is a leather-covered handlebar.
The seat unit is softly padded with a thermoinsulative type of fabric which is also fully washable. The seat unit can be reclined flat. It is also possible to extend the leg rest which will increase the total length of the seat. The robust hood featuring a pocket will protect your child against the elements. There is also a ventilation part convenient during hot days. You can create a stroller system suitable from birth by purchasing either one of two carrycots inserted in the seat - the Soft, transformable into a footmuff, or the reinforced Kombi - or with the hard, foldable carrycot Falt. Using adapters, you can also attach a car seat. The VIP XL was also released in a special s.Oliver edition.
Hartan VIP XL Features & Specifications
The Basics
- Type
- Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
- Stroller weight
- 13.9 kg
- Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
- 108 cm x 61 cm x 88 cm
- Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
- 85 cm x 61 cm x 55 cm
- Chassis material
- Aluminum
- Country of origin
- Germany
- Stroller available as a pushchair (seat unit configuration) only; newborn accessories (like a carrycot) need to be purchased separately
- Yes
The Seat unit
- Maximum weight capacity - seat load
- 15 kg
- Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
- 0-36 months
- Reversible seat unit
- Yes
- Easy-release memory button(s) on the seat or the carrycot
- No
- L-shaped, bucket-type seat unit
- No
- Reclining backrest
- Yes, 4 positions
- Full-recline backrest (a bigger-than-a-150-degree-angle to a lie-flat)
- Yes
- Backrest recline type
- Rear-located recline mechanism (e.g., lever-operated)
- One-hand backrest recline system
- Yes
- Extendable backrest
- No
- Legrest positioning
- Yes, 4 positions
- Extendable leg rest
- Yes
- Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
- Yes
- Footrest
- Yes
- Backrest height
- 47 cm
- Width and depth of the sitting surface
- 36 x 25 cm
- Total length of the seat unit
- 93 cm
- A higher seat unit's position on the chassis
- No
- Height-adjustable seat
- No
- Seat unit's proper attachment indicator
- No
- 2in1 convertible carrycot/seat unit (pramette travel system)
- No
- Fabrics removable for cleaning
- Yes
- Seat fabrics cleaning
- Machine washable
- Safety harness type
- 5-point
- Harness padding
- Yes
- Height-adjustable harness belts
- Yes
- Ventilation integrated into the seat
- No
- Second seat can be attached (single-to-double convertibility)
- No
The Canopy (Hood)
- Seat unit equipped with a canopy/hood
- Yes
- Extendable canopy/hood
- No
- The canopy/hood features a sun visor
- Yes
- Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
- Yes
- Height-adjustable canopy
- No
- Removable canopy
- Yes
- Waterproof canopy
- Yes
- UV protection in the (canopy) fabrics
- Yes
- Ventilation integrated into the canopy
- Yes
- A pocket integrated into the canopy
- Yes
- Peek-a-boo viewing window present on the canopy
- Yes
- Peek-a-boo window can be closed/covered
- Yes
- Quiet (magnetic/no velcro) peek-a-boo window
- No
- Reinforcing side clasps present on the canopy
- No
The Bumper bar
- Bumper bar
- Yes
- Bumper bar type (style)
- Bar
- Removable bumper bar
- Yes
- Gate-opening (swing-away) bumper bar
- Yes
- Height-adjustable bumper bar
- Yes
- Bumper bar features a fabric (non-wipe-clean) cover
- Yes
- Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
- Yes
The Wheels
- Number of wheels
- 4
- Front wheel(s) type
- Rubber-coated wheels
- Rear wheels type
- Rubber-coated wheels
- Front wheels diameter
- 18 cm
- Rear wheels diameter
- 28.5 cm
- Swivel wheels
- Yes
- Lockable wheels
- Yes
- Removable wheels
- Yes
- All wheels are double wheels
- No
- All-terrain version of wheels available to purchase separately
- No
- Wheels equipped with mudguards
- No,
- Two-wheel mode
- No
The Suspension
- Suspension
- Yes
- Wheels with suspension
- All
- Suspension type
- Pneumatic, Mechanical (internal spring-loaded mechanism)
- Adjustable suspension softness
- Yes
- Rocking chassis
- Yes
The Brake
- Central brake system/type
- Push-push pedal brake (flip-flop friendly)
- Deceleration handbrake
- Yes, Optional
The Fold
- Folding system
- Flat (compact) fold
- One-hand fold
- No
- Plane-travel-friendly stroller with an ultra-compact fold (suitable as carry-on luggage)
- No
- Folds with the (forward-facing) seat attached
- Yes
- Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
- Yes
- Self-standing fold
- No
- Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
- No
- Folded stroller can be pulled behind like luggage
- No
- Stroller folds and/or unfolds by itself
- No
- Equipped with a carry strap/carry handle
- No
- Outward fold (the seat fabrics are on the outside after folding)
- No
The Handlebar
- Handle height adjustment
- Telescopic
- Handlebar material
- Rubber
- Handlebar height
- 99-108 cm
- Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
- No
- Safety wrist strap
- No
The Basket
- Shopping basket
- Yes
- Large shopping basket
- Yes
- Basket's weight capacity
- 5 kg
- Closable basket
- No
- An extra basket can be attached to the frame
- No
- A pocket integrated into the seat/elsewhere on the stroller frame
- Yes
The Carrycot
- Carrycot compatible
- Yes (without adapters)
- Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
- 76.5 x 33.5 cm
- Carry handle on the carrycot
- Yes,
- Inclining carrycot mattress
- No,
- Foldable carrycot
- Yes,
- Rocking-base carrycot
- No
- Ventilatilated carrycot base (bottom ventilation system)
- No,
- Carrycot installable in the car instead of a group 0+ car seat (Auto carrycot)
- No,
- Carrycot positioned high on the frame
- Yes
The Car seat
- Car seat compatible
- Yes (with adapters)
- Car seat sold separately
- Yes
- Maxi-Cosi/Cybex car seat attachment-type adapters available
- Yes
- Britax Römer car seat attachment-type adapters available
- Yes
The Accessories & Extra features
- Parent tray/organizer on the handlebar (included)
- No
- Cup holder can be attached
- No
- Reflective elements
- Yes
- No pushchair mode/seat-unit configuration available
- No
- Rain cover included
- Yes
- Mosquito net included
- No
- Leg cover (apron) included with the seat unit
- No
- Seat liner/insert included
- No
- Changing bag included
- No
- Carry bag/transport cover for the folded stroller included
- No
- Motorized/Baterry-powered
- No
- LED light(s)
- No
- Built-in audio speakers
- No
- A storage/bag can be attached instead of a seat
- No
Parent reviews of the Hartan VIP XL
- Quality of materials and workmanship
- Survives multiple generations, I'm going to put it away for the next baby
- Seat part goes to full recline
- More compact folding
- The 2018 model has a larger shopping basket and suspension on all 4 wheels
- Stroller weight 13,9
- The frame is folded separately - it is necessary to unclip the seat and fold the chassis
- It's sturdier and more durable - for moms who are going to walk on rougher terrain. I bought a lightweight second stroller for quick transfers around town
The 2018 model has a larger storage basket, suspension on all 4 wheels. More compact folding compared to other Hartans. Seat goes inup tolying down, together with an insert cot - bag it's a practical solution for moms without a lift.
Excellent stroller, reliable. Easy to control, handles even difficult terrain.
Excellent stroller, reliable. Easy to control, handles even difficult terrain.
Perfect. Suspension is great, and it can handle everything.
Absolutely no reservations. 100 % functionality and quality.
- it is compatible with the Cybex carseat, which is an advantage, because you can adjust it even to a lying position when your baby falls asleep in the carseat
- LED light on the bassinet is a great advantage in winter, thanks to it we were visible to cars and people
- leather, easily cleanable surface
- adjustable handle for shorter and taller people
- suitable for any elevator
- expensive, but high quality
The pram was great. The wheels were very good - they still look like new. The advantage was the leather, and also that the handle could be moved with both sides. So it was also suitable for a taller person, but even a little girl could push it.
The LED lights on the bassinet were a great advantage in winter - we were visible to cars. The only stroller in the village that lit up :-)
- Handbrake
- Heavy
- Bad manipulation
We had it for a short time and we passed it on right away. It is very heavy and impractical.
- easy to steer
- good folding system
- superb quality
- none for me
I loved this pram. I had the Bellybutton edition - blue & white combination that I sold with a heavy heart after a year and a half of everyday use.