UPPAbaby CRUZ V2
Good
Ranked #7 of 16 strollers
$969
The UPPAbaby CRUZ V2 is a full-size, single-child stroller designed for everyday urban and suburban use. Introduced in 2020, it features a compact one-step fold, all-wheel suspension, a reversible toddler seat, and travel system compatibility with the UPPAbaby Mesa and third-party infant car seats via adapters.
Standout feature: Compact fold for a full-featured stroller with full travel-system capability from birth
The verdict
The UPPAbaby CRUZ V2 earns a MamaScore of 58.7/100 (good), ranking #7 of 16 strollers we’ve scored at $969. Compact fold for a full-featured stroller with full travel-system capability from birth
Scored by the published MamaScore v1.0.0 methodology from manufacturer specs, June 2026.
Pros
- Compact one-step fold — noticeably smaller than predecessor and many full-size rivals
- All-wheel suspension provides a smooth ride on varied terrain
- UPPAbaby Mesa infant car seat attaches without an adapter; third-party adapters also available
- Extendable canopy with UPF 50+ protection and ventilated peek-a-boo window
- Telescoping leather-accented handlebar accommodates a range of caregiver heights
- Large-capacity basket rated to 30 lbs with easy rear access
- Seat reversible (parent- or forward-facing) and reclines to near-flat for naps
Cons
- Premium price point (~$969 MSRP) is high for a single-child stroller
- Basket capacity is only published as a weight limit (30 lbs), not volume — no liter figure available
- Foam-filled plastic tires are puncture-proof but provide less cushioning than air-filled rubber tires
- Relatively heavy at 25.5 lbs compared to lightweight travel strollers
- No true lie-flat bassinet included — requires separate accessory purchase for newborns under 3 months
Community Pulse
What owners and shoppers actually say, quantified from the public comments under a review we read in July 2026.
Overall satisfaction and purchase decision
praiseBuyers came back happy, and a good number said the review tipped them. Owners a few years in still rank it among their better baby buys.
Cruz V2 vs UPPAbaby Vista comparison
mixedCruz against Vista is the argument that keeps running: price, the bassinet, whether you can add a second child later. Value people land on the Cruz. Anyone planning ahead leans Vista.
Compact fold and fit in smaller vehicles
praiseThe fold gets credit for being genuinely compact next to bulkier rivals. Fitting a sedan boot is the specific win people mention.
Piggyback board for second child use
mixedThe piggyback board comes up constantly as the second-child answer. Folding with it attached takes practice, owners warn.
How we counted: we read every substantive public comment under the review linked above, grouped the recurring topics, and counted the distinct comments expressing each theme favorably or critically. The bars are those counts — not estimates. Summaries are paraphrased in our own words, and every count links to the comments behind it. Counted across 66 substantive comments on this review.
Video answers
Questions answered in Dad Verb’s video review of the UPPAbaby CRUZ V2, summarized by Chit Chat Baby — click any question to jump the video to that exact moment.
“UPPAbaby CRUZ V2 Stroller Review – Skip the VISTA??” · Dad Verb · watch on YouTube
MamaScore breakdown
How the 58.7/100 was built. Each spec is normalised to a 0–100 quality score, then weighted.
Data note: Sources: babygearlab.com, niniandloli.com, strollberry.com, lucieslist.com, amazon.com, UPPAbaby manual PDF. foldedVolume from folded dims 33x22.8x16.5 in = 12,415 in cubic. basket=null: only a 30 lb weight limit, no liter figure. handlebarRange ~3 in (40-43 in from ground). recline=5 per multiple sources. suspension=full (all-wheel). canopyUpf=50 (UPF 50+).
Full specifications
| Total Weight | 26 lb |
|---|---|
| Folded Volume | 12,415 in³ |
| Max Child Weight | 50 lb |
| Seat Recline Positions | 5 |
| Handlebar Height Range | 3 in |
| Front Wheel Diameter | 7 in |
| Suspension | Full |
| Car Seat Compatible | Yes |
| Basket Capacity | — |
| Canopy UPF | 50 |
CRUZ V2
2020 model
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