We have 2 Britax Boulevard car seats. They are fantastic. Yes they take up a little more room in the seat than some seats, but the safety features are worth it. The boulevard has side impact wings and the 5 point harness system. It is one of the sturdiest seats built. I know a couple that rolled their SUV and the only person not injured was their youngest son, who was riding in a Britax Boulevard. The fireman that removed him from the crash said the car seat saved his life.