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Maclaren Techno XLR 2018
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Maclaren Techno XLR 2018

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The Maclaren Techno XLR was improved in 2018. It is a continuation of the popular, extra spacious umbrella stroller with a high weight capacity - the Maclaren Techno XLR. Apart from the single handlebar, which makes maneuvering much easier, the XLR comes with a bigger shopping basket. The front wheels are now single, and there is a new, simpler locking mechanism. The backrest is now higher by 1.5 cm. The extraordinarily spacious seat can be reclined flat; therefore, the XLR will accommodate older children as well as the smallest of babies. The Newborn Safety System at the end of the backrest and the leg rest provides a secure environment for your baby. The Britax-Römer car seat with adapters or the XLR soft carrycot can also be used for newborns. The XLR comes with a wide range of accessories including the reversible seat insert that can be taken out and swapped for another one, head support, an original Maclaren rain cover, and a safety wrist strap.

Maclaren Techno XLR 2018 Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
6.7 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
110 cm x 53 cm x ?
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
110 cm x 50 cm x 39 cm
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
UK
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
25 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-48 months
Reversible seat unit
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
No
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
No
Footrest
Yes
Backrest height
50.5 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
Yes
The canopy/hood features a sun visor
Yes
Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
No
Height-adjustable canopy
Yes
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
Yes
Reinforcing side clasps present on the canopy
Yes

The Bumper bar

Bumper bar
No
Bumper bar can be purchased separately
Yes
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
No

The Wheels

Number of wheels
4
Front wheel(s) type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Rear wheels type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Swivel wheels
Yes
Lockable wheels
Yes
Removable wheels
Yes
All wheels are double wheels
No
Number of double wheels
2
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
Mechanical (internal spring-loaded mechanism)
Adjustable suspension softness
No
Rocking chassis
No

The Brake

Central brake system/type
Push down-lift up pedal brake
Deceleration handbrake
No,

The Fold

Folding system
Umbrella-style
One-hand fold
Yes
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
n/a
Self-standing fold
No
Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
Yes
Folded stroller can be pulled behind like luggage
No
Stroller folds and/or unfolds by itself
No
Equipped with a carry strap/carry handle
Yes

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
Telescopic
Handlebar material
Foam
Handlebar height
110-114 cm
Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
No
Safety wrist strap
Yes

The Basket

Shopping basket
Yes
Large shopping basket
Yes
Basket's weight capacity
2 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
No

The Carrycot

Carrycot compatible
Yes (without adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
70 x 34 cm
Carry handle on the carrycot
Yes,
Inclining carrycot mattress
No,
Foldable carrycot
No,
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
No

The Car seat

Car seat compatible
Yes (with adapters)
Car seat sold separately
Yes
Maxi-Cosi/Cybex car seat attachment-type adapters available
No
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
Yes
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
Yes
Seat liner/insert included
Yes
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 Maclaren Techno XLR 2018

4.5/5
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  • Quality materials
  • Easy one-handed handling
  • Very comfortable for baby
  • Large canopy
  • Insulated apron
  • Practical carrying bag
  • Suspension and large wheels that can go over even the worst of terrains
  • Exquisite details
  • Maclaren wheels made of foam, which after the first ride had signs of use (small stones stuck in them)
  • It is long/tall both unfolded and folded

A perfect stroller, but only for tall parents. This umbrella buggy was my dream. Maclaren was the first manufacturer of umbrella style pushchairs and this is their flagship. I wanted to use it first and foremost for travelling, because it's a buggy, but also for daily transfers by public transport/car.

Every detail has been thought out, it is easy to operate with one hand even in tight spaces. Quality materials, suitable from birth, really spacious and comfortable thanks to the luxurious padding, with an extended hood with a magnetic window and a pocket for small things in the back, insulated apron, a large basket, which can be accessed from each side even when the seat is in the lying position. Nice suspension, one-click lockable front wheels...

Unfortunately, I chose it only from the photos and when the courier brought a narrow but long box, I began to feel that it would be really big. After unfolding it and adjusting the handle to the lowest position (yes, it has an adjustable handle), I stood next to it and with my 160 cm I had it up to my chest... It was easy to handle, but it looked comical. My husband, who is 178 cm, still had the arm unusually high. I tried it out on public transport, it was very easy to get on/off. When we wanted to put it into the car (not a minivan, but an honest family station wagon), we found out that it would fit just over the whole trunk! For us it became unusable, we are a big family, we always carry something in the trunk besides the stroller - and this way we would have to "stuff" it with things.

Overall, this buggy is suitable for really tall parents (180cm+). I changed it for an Ergobaby Metro, which is a completely different category of stroller, but more suitable for our needs.

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