Cybex Gazelle S Review

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First published: July 2026 · Last reviewed: July 2026 · Next scheduled review: January 2027

Let’s be honest from the start: the Cybex Gazelle S isn’t a pushchair you buy because it’s simple or lightweight. You buy it because your family is growing and you want one pushchair system that can genuinely adapt around you — from a single with a carrycot for a newborn, through to a double when the second arrives, without replacing everything you already own. That’s the promise. And in the shop, putting it through its paces with both seats attached, it largely delivers on it.

MyPushchair scorecard

Configuration flexibility	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10/10
Storage	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10/10
Build quality	⭐⭐⭐⭐ 8/10
Fold	⭐⭐⭐⭐ 7/10 (compact possible — but effort-dependent)
Value	⭐⭐⭐⭐ 7/10 (competitive for a modular double system)
Weight/practicality	⭐⭐⭐ 5/10 (gym-membership territory when fully loaded)
Overall	⭐⭐⭐⭐ 7.5/10 (shop inspection — full score pending road test)

Overall score: 7.5/10 — shop inspection. The Gazelle S scores highly on what it’s designed to do: configuration flexibility and storage are genuinely class-leading. The marks it loses are honest — 12.9kg is significant, the fold requires real effort for a compact result, and at this investment level the Bugaboo Donkey 6 and UPPAbaby Vista V3 are pushchairs I’d personally choose first. The full road test score will follow when real-world testing is complete.

The TARDIS problem — and why it doesn’t exist

Here’s the thing about double pushchairs that no amount of clever engineering can solve: you cannot make something big on the inside and small on the outside. The TARDIS is make-believe. The Cybex Gazelle S with both seats attached is a big pushchair — bulky, solid, and substantial. That’s not a criticism. It’s physics. Any decent double pushchair inevitably will be, and parents who expect otherwise are going to be disappointed regardless of which brand they choose.

What Cybex have done is make the best of the situation. The fold is more compact than you’d expect — but that compactness comes at a cost in effort. The smaller you want the Gazelle S to fold, the more work you have to do taking it apart. Frame only folds smallest. One seat attached folds manageable. Both seats attached folds large. Quick-release wheels help, and they’re a thoughtful touch — but be clear with yourself about which fold scenario fits your life before you buy.

20+ configurations — what does that actually mean?

It means the Gazelle S can be configured with carrycots, infant car seats, and stroller seats — in single or double combinations, in different positions and orientations. The integrated adapters mean you don’t need to carry extra parts. For a family planning a second child, the appeal is clear: buy the Gazelle S as a single with a carrycot for a newborn, add the second seat when the time comes, and you haven’t replaced your entire pushchair system.

The honest caveat: 20+ configurations is a marketing number. In practice, most families settle on two or three that suit their life and use those. The complexity is real — this is a pushchair that rewards parents who invest time learning the system. If you want something you can unfold and go without thinking, the Gazelle S isn’t the right pushchair.

The storage — genuinely outstanding

The Gazelle S has a large lower basket plus a free detachable shopper basket, giving a combined capacity of 23kg. In the shop this was immediately impressive — a pushchair you could genuinely do a full supermarket run with and still have room. For families who’ve found inadequate basket space a daily frustration on other pushchairs, this is one area where the Gazelle S sets a standard others don’t match.

The weight — gym membership territory

At 12.9kg the Gazelle S is a muscular workout when fully loaded with a couple of children. You’ll be able to skip the gym that day without feeling guilty. That’s not entirely a joke — two children, a full basket, and a 12.9kg chassis adds up to a significant amount of weight to push, lift, and manage. In the shop it felt exactly like the spec number suggests: solid, well-built, and heavy.

For comparison: the Bugaboo Donkey 6 comes in at 15.3kg — heavier still, but with side-by-side seating that the Gazelle S doesn’t offer. Both are serious pushchairs for serious family use, and neither pretends to be something it isn’t.

Would I choose it? An honest personal verdict

For my own money, at this level of investment, I’d look first at the Bugaboo Donkey 6 or the UPPAbaby Vista V3 — both are pushchairs I’d choose ahead of the Gazelle S for side-by-side seating and overall real-world usability. That’s a personal preference, not a verdict on the Gazelle S’s quality, which is genuinely high.

What I will say is this: the right choice between these three pushchairs depends entirely on your specific situation — your children’s ages, your terrain, your car, your budget including the second seat cost, and how much configuration complexity you’re willing to engage with. Make an informed choice and you’re far less likely to waste your money on something that doesn’t fit your life. That applies to the Gazelle S as much as any other pushchair on this site.

Key specifications

Price	£699.95 pushchair only — second seat sold separately
Weight	12.9kg
Dimensions (unfolded)	93–106cm (L) × 65cm (W) × 100–110cm (H)
Age suitability	Birth to 4 years
Configurations	20+ — carrycots, infant car seats, stroller seats, single and double combinations
Basket capacity	23kg total (lower basket + detachable shopper)
Fold	Multiple fold sizes depending on configuration — frame only, one seat, or both seats attached
Wheels	Quick-release
Harness	One-pull — secures in a single action
Recline	Lie-flat — suitable from birth
Adapters	Integrated — no additional parts needed for car seat compatibility
Warranty	2 years

Verdict

The Cybex Gazelle S is a well-built, genuinely adaptable pushchair system that does exactly what it promises — if what you want is configuration flexibility and outstanding storage in a single-to-double format. The engineering is typically Cybex: thoughtful, consistent, and premium throughout.

The honest caveats are real: 12.9kg is a serious weight commitment, the fold requires effort for a compact result, and the second seat costs extra. At this price point the Bugaboo Donkey 6 and UPPAbaby Vista V3 are pushchairs I’d personally reach for first — but your priorities may differ, and the Gazelle S has genuine strengths neither of those can match on storage or configuration breadth.

Bottom line: a highly adaptable single-to-double pushchair with class-leading storage, built for families who want one system that grows with them. Weigh up your specific needs — children’s ages, terrain, car boot, budget including the second seat — and make an informed choice. Get that right and the Gazelle S won’t disappoint you.

Cybex Gazelle S vs Bugaboo Donkey 6 — which should I choose?

Frequently asked questions

Does the Cybex Gazelle S come with two seats?

No — the pushchair is sold as a single. The second seat is purchased separately. Factor this into your total budget before committing to the Gazelle S as a double pushchair solution.

How many configurations does the Cybex Gazelle S have?

Over 20 — combining carrycots, infant car seats, and stroller seats in single and double arrangements. Integrated adapters mean no additional parts are needed for car seat compatibility.

How heavy is the Cybex Gazelle S?

12.9kg for the pushchair itself — before children, kit, or shopping. Fully loaded with two children and a full basket, this is a serious weight commitment. It handles well in use, but be honest with yourself about whether you can manage it day to day.

Does the Cybex Gazelle S fold with seats attached?

Yes — it can fold with one or both seats attached, or frame only for the most compact result. The key thing to know: the smaller the fold you want, the more work is involved. Quick-release wheels help, but expect to invest time if a compact fold is important to your situation.

Cybex Gazelle S vs Bugaboo Donkey 6 — which is better?

They’re built around different strengths. The Gazelle S wins on storage and configuration breadth, and costs significantly less. The Bugaboo Donkey 6 wins on side-by-side seating and Bugaboo’s premium build reputation — and is the pushchair I’d personally choose first. Your priority determines which is right for you.

Is the Cybex Gazelle S suitable from birth?

Yes — with a compatible carrycot or infant car seat (using the integrated adapters). The stroller seat reclines to a lie-flat position. It’s designed as a from-birth system that grows with your family.

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