Best Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2009 Audi A6 and a 2009 Toyota Venza

Question:

I have a 2009 audi a6 and a 2009 Toyota Venza. Would any rack fit bot?. Which do you think is superior? the Toyota Venza has a plastic where it meets the back window and the top clips would attach to. Can this support the rack and 1 or 2 bikes? Which rack better minimizes car finish damage? My Specialized bike has external wires under the horizontal tube that would rest on the rack. Any precautions to protect the wire and the paint on the bike tube? Thank you.

asked by: Joseph L

Expert Reply:

The nicest trunk mounted bike rack we offer that has been confirmed as a fit for both your 2009 Audi A6 and your 2009 Toyota Venza is the Thule OutWay part # TH45JV.

What makes this rack far superior to the others is the attachment system. It uses only 2 rubber coated straps to the vehicle rather than 6 nylon straps like other racks. This makes installation quick and easy and the protected straps also last longer.

This rack includes a system to lock both the rack and the bikes to the rack to deter theft.

If you plan on carrying any women's or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide a horizontal top tube on your bikes to provide an attachment point. I attached a review video for this product also. This will allow the bikes to be carried more level and will provide more ground clearance.

expert reply by: Jameson C