***3 year update-My kids still use this, not as much, they are getting bigger and into other things, but both my normal nearly 8 year old and my tall nearly 10 year old still can sit in this thing in perfect comfort. I am still on the original battery. Still have not had any issues whatsoever come up. I read a few reviews from people that sound like the live in very hilly areas or rough terrain disappointed about how this ride on gets around. I guess you have to have realistic expectations. This is not a gas powered 4-wheeler, it is a 12 volt ride on TOY. No, it's not going to be able to rock climb or go up steep inclines. It has no where near the power for that with a 12v battery (you have a 9v battery in your smoke alarm that beeps. What this thing can do with 3 more volts is amazing) and a hundred plus pounds of weight once a kid is in it. It will, on high speed, go up a perfectly flat, dry, grassy maybe 10 to 15 degree incline. But compared to other 12v ride on toys that is amazing, I've been there. We had one the tires were so slick, you couldn't even use it unless it was on rough surface like cement or asphalt, definitely not grass, and forget ANY incline.***
**20 month update**-I have nothing, absolutely nothing negative to say about this ride-on. My tall 8 year old and 6 year old still easily fit into it. It is still in perfect working order. Once in a blue moon the car will stop because I guess shaking made the cable to the battery come a little loose. But the big issue is my tall almost 9 year old is no where near outgrowing this. She has to bend her knees more, but she doesn't mind.**
I searched a long time before picking this ride on toy for my 5 year olds birthday. After a week, I think I did very well. First, this little dune buggy gets around great. It is actually pretty fast in high gear on pavement. It can easily drive through grass and up a 10% or so grade in one part of our yard. The tires have great traction, much better than a smaller ride on we had before where the tires would often spin on a remotely smooth surface. It is very roomy inside. Our 7 year old can easily use it. It is a great car if you don't want your kid to outgrow it because they basically sit in it with their leg extended straight out (at 5), but they have plenty of room to bend their knee if they are taller because they are sitting so flat and there is no dash or anything to get in the way of them doing that. Even the steering column is pretty small which would be the only obstruction. It seems very well made. It actually has a metal frame underneath it. This was about the cheapest ride on we found and it shipped via regular UPS so we didn't have to mess around with scheduling freight shipping and the horrible hassle it would be if the thing needed returned by freight. It was pretty easy to put together. Took maybe 45 minutes and was mostly just putting in some screws. The turning radius is not extremely tight if I had a small complaint. Some people complained about it being a bit too big for their kid who couldn't reach the pedal and that seats weren't adjustable. This is not an issue for us, but all you would need to do is put a small pillow of needed thickness behind the childs back to scoot them forward a bit until they can reach better and to me the fact that I know my 7 year old could use this for at least a couple of years and that my 5 year old can for many years is way more important. I highly recommend.
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Fisher-Price Power Wheels Dune Racer
Monster Traction is built to handle rough terrain – and little off-roaders, too
Ruts, wet grass and mud are no match for the Fisher-Price Power Wheels Dune Racer. It’s Monster Traction drive system is designed to navigate rough terrain and common backyard bumps like tree roots, ruts, driveway edges and garden hoses without getting stuck. And with fun pink and purple graphics, it will always look stylish too.
Safety, Durability and Quality
The Power Wheels Dune Racer is constructed with a sturdy steel frame that supports up to 130 pounds of weight. The metal sidebars provide stable hand supports, while the vehicle’s interior features smooth contours and rounded edges to protect against cuts and scratches.
After a foot pedal start, a 12-volt rechargeable battery kicks in. Then, the vehicle’s specially designed safety braking system automatically stops the vehicle when the foot is removed from the pedal. Power Wheels vehicles also come with a comprehensive One Year Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty backed by over 300 service centers throughout the country.
Product Features:
- Monster Traction system drives on hard surfaces, wet grass, and rough terrain.
- Drives 2.5 and 5 mph forward and 2.5 mph in reverse.
- Metal sidebars for hand support.
- Flashy ''chrome'' wheels and grille.
- Comfortable bucket seats.
- Storage area under the hood.
- Includes 12-volt battery and charger.
- Seats 2, Max. 130 lb (59 kg).
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Shift them into a higher gear when they’re readyThis Power Wheels Dune Racer features two speeds: one for beginners and one for more experienced ''drivers''. Start beginners in low speed for 2 ½ mph cruising. When they’re ready, remove the parent-controlled high speed lock-out for a maximum speed of 5 mph in the forward direction. |
Driving DevelopmentKids can set off on countless adventures powered by their imaginations and Fisher-Price. Driving a ''real'' vehicle offers grown-up role play and helps promote independence, accomplishment and self-confidence. Motor skills get sharpened too, along with coordination, body awareness and balance. Kids will learn the basic concepts of cause and effect as they discover how to power the vehicle and make it go forward, backward, steer, start and stop. |
What''s in the box?Includes Power Wheels Dune Racer, rechargeable 12-volt vehicle battery, 12-volt battery charger and owner’s manual. |
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This Camo Duce Racer is way better then I expected. It looked cool in the picture but is way cooler in person. Easy to assembly. Poppy did it. The features are great on it. Nice big tires that my granddaughter runs over curbs, rocky terrains, grass. It is roomy and easy to turn. It has 2 speeds, 2/1/2 mph and 6. 6 mph is quite fast so make sure they are comfortable handling the car. My granddaughter is 3 1/2 and has no problem. She said this is the best christmas present. A must have if your child loves to be outside. I recommend it.
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Lea
The seats aren't very comfortable for me but she doesn't seem to care
Reviewed in Canada on January 21, 2017Amazon Customer
5 year old daughter loves this toy!
Reviewed in Canada on September 24, 2017