Which Roof Rack and Cargo Cages are Available for a 2007 Chevrolet HHR?
Question:
I am interested in a roof rack or a cargo cage for my 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
asked by: Francisco
Expert Reply:
We can set you up with everything you'll need to install a roof rack or cargo carrier on your 2007 Chevy HHR. I recommend going with a hitch-mounted cargo carrier over a roof rack; the only instance in which the rack has an advantage is installation. Aside from that, you will likely find more uses for a hitch, and even if you only use it to haul cargo, it is going to be easier to use a hitch-mounted carrier than a rooftop box.
To use a hitch-mounted cargo box, you will first need to install a hitch, and I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe, # 24756. This is a Class I rated, 1-1/4 inch hitch which is bolted on so you can avoid drilling into your Chevy HHR. For a basket-style cargo carrier, I recommend the Curt, # C18145, which has inside-the-carrier dimensions of 46-3/8 inches long x 17-9/16 inches wide x 5-1/2 inches tall and a weight capacity of 300 lbs on a 1-1/4 inch hitch.
Each of the roof racks we have available are going to require your 2007 Chevy HHR to have the factory installed side rails; should you have those and decide to go with a roof rack, the rack I recommend going with is the Inno, which consists of the crossbars, # INB107, and the mounting kit, # INFR.
This rack is a confirmed fit for your '07 HHR and installs easily onto your vehicle's raised side rails. The crossbars are square, measuring 42 inches long x 7/8 inches tall x 1-1/4 inches wide and will handle a capacity of up to 220 lbs, though that may be limited if your HHR's roof is rated to hold a lower capacity.
You can use a rooftop cargo box on these rails, such as the Thule Sidekick, # TH78GC. This box has a carrying capacity of eight cubic feet, a weight capacity of 75 lbs and will fit onto square crossbars such as the Inno's.
I have added links to video reviews and installs of these products, as well as a few help articles which you may find useful.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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17x46 Curt Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Steel - 500 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Flat Carrier
- Fixed Carrier
- 20 Inch Wide
- Heavy Duty
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 48 Inch Long
- Class I
- Class II
- Class III
- Class IV
- Steel
- CURT
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Inno Feet for Square Crossbars - Raised Side Rails - Black - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Inno
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Thule Sidekick Roof Mounted Cargo Carrier Box - U-Bolt Mounts - 8 Cubic Feet
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Short Length
- Medium Profile
- Extra Small Capacity
- Passenger Side Access
- Black
- Thule
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Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Rack Specific Locks
- Keyed Alike
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Threaded Pin
- For Thule Racks
- Thule
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Inno Square Crossbars - Steel - Black - 42" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Square Bars
- 42 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Inno
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