Cargo Box Compatibility with Factory Rails on 2012 Honda CR-V
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Thanks for replying to my question, and I’m definitely going to consider the Yakima box you recommend. It seems like a better fit! I just have one more question, do you have any roof cargo box that could fit 178 cm skis on a 2012 Honda CR-V without having the hatch hit? I just want to make sure I pick the best option and I don’t know much about the other brands! Thank you again for being so helpful!
asked by: Ann
Expert Reply:
Thule Pulse Large Rooftop Cargo Box - 16 cu ft - Matte Black # TH615 is a fit for your 2013 Honda CR-V, but as you see in the video there will be a slight contact with your rear hatch when accessing the cargo area.
The Thule Force Xt # TH6358B will overlap your rear hatch even farther which is even more limiting your cargo area access. For a Thule fit that will give you the most cargo space and won't hinder your cargo access, the Thule Force XT Sport Rooftop Cargo Box - 11 cu ft - Black AeroSkin # TH6356B is your best option. This box is the best fit Thule has for your vehicle and is a great option.
If you are open to a Yakima box option, my recommendation for your 2012 Honda CR-V is the Yakima RocketBox Pro 14 Rooftop Cargo Box # Y07192 which not only will allow you to completely access your hatch and load from both sides, but also will allow you another cubic foot of storage.
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Thule Pulse Large Rooftop Cargo Box - 16 cu ft - Matte Black
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Medium Length
- High Profile
- Large Capacity
- Passenger Side Access
- Black
- Thule
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Thule Force XT Sport Rooftop Cargo Box - 11 cu ft - Black AeroSkin
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Medium Length
- High Profile
- Small Capacity
- Dual Side Access
- Black
- Thule
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Yakima RocketBox Pro 14 Rooftop Cargo Box - 14 cu ft - Black
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Medium Length
- Medium Profile
- Medium Capacity
- Dual Side Access
- Black
- Yakima
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Yakima SkyBox NX 16 Rooftop Cargo Box - 16 cu ft - Black Nano-Texture
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Medium Length
- Medium Profile
- Large Capacity
- Dual Side Access
- Black
- Yakima
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- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
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- High Profile
- Large Capacity
- Dual Side Access
- Black
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Ann
8/10/2018
Thanks for replying to my question, and I’m definitely going to consider the Yakima box you recommend. It seems like a better fit! I just have one more question, do you have any roof cargo box that could fit 178 cm skis on a 2012 Honda CR-V without having the hatch hit? I just want to make sure I pick the best option and I don’t know much about the other brands! Thank you again for being so helpful!