Buying comparison · Canada
UPPAbaby Cruz V3 vs Vista V3
One seat or room for two? Start with how many children need to sit, then compare the size, newborn setup and extras.
Specifications verified against manufacturer sources. Not hands-on testing.
Cruz for one seat. Vista for two.
For one seated child, start with Cruz. Choose Vista when you expect to use its second-seat option and the required configuration fits your children.
Choose Cruz V3 for one seated child
Our starting choice if you do not expect to need two seats at once. Its narrower frame is the more useful everyday difference; the weight saving is small.
A PiggyBack can carry a standing rider, but it does not turn Cruz into a two-seat stroller.
Compare Cruz V3 store prices →
Choose Vista V3 when you need two seats
Worth considering when two children will need to sit at the same time. Budget for the second seat and check the permitted configuration before choosing it.
The optional lower seat has its own limits. A possible future sibling alone is a weak reason to accept a wider stroller today.
Compare Vista V3 store prices →The specifications that change the choice
Manufacturer figures for the standard single-stroller packages. Metric weights and widths are rounded conversions.
| Specification | Cruz V3 | Vista V3 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame + seat weight[1][2] | Cruz V326.5 lb (about 12.0 kg) | Vista V327.6 lb (about 12.5 kg) |
| Width[1][2] | Cruz V322.5 in (about 57.2 cm) | Vista V325.7 in (about 65.3 cm) |
| Open size, L × W × H[1][2] | Cruz V337.5 × 22.5 × 41.8 in | Vista V336.5 × 25.7 × 39.5 in |
| Folded with seat, L × W × H[1][2] | Cruz V317 × 22.5 × 32.5 in | Vista V316.3 × 25.7 × 33.8 in |
| Included seat[1][2][5] | Cruz V3Birth to 50 lb; maximum height 40 in. Use the newborn configuration specified in the manual. | Vista V33 months to 50 lb without added newborn accessories. |
| From-birth setup[2][4][5] | Cruz V3Infant insert included. The manual requires full recline, the foot barrier and the harness for newborn use. | Vista V3Add the Infant SnugSeat for the fully reclined toddler seat, or use a compatible Bassinet. Both are separate purchases. |
| Second seated child[1][3] | Cruz V3No second-seat option; optional PiggyBack is a standing board. | Vista V3Optional RumbleSeat V3: 3 months to 40 lb or 36 in, whichever comes first. Lower adapters included. |
| Included extras[1][2] | Cruz V3Infant insert, rain cover and insect cover. | Vista V3Seasonal seat liner, rain cover, insect cover and seat storage bag. Bassinet not included. |
Before you buy
Measure the trunk and the narrowest doorway
Cruz is 3.2 inches narrower but only 1.1 pounds lighter. It is also longer when open and slightly deeper when folded. Compare all three folded dimensions with your car trunk; try lifting each stroller before deciding. [1][2]
Price the setup you will actually use
The stroller prices below are not complete newborn or double-stroller budgets. Vista needs a separate Infant SnugSeat or Bassinet for from-birth strolling. For a second stroller seat, add a RumbleSeat and any adapters required by the chosen configuration. A standing board is another separate purchase. [2][3][4]
Compare Canadian store prices
Saved store prices for each stroller. Added seats, newborn accessories, tax and shipping can change the total. Confirm the exact package and latest price at the store.
Cruz V3
$919.99CAD$1,149.99Baby EnRoute · Confirm at store
Vista V3
$1,039.99CAD$1,299.99Baby EnRoute · Confirm at store
Sources and review notes
Perch checked these specifications on . Follow the instructions supplied with your model for setup and use limits.