Trunk Mounted and Hitch Mounted Bike Rack for a 2012 Subaru Impreza 5 Door
Question:
Is the Thule OutWay 2 bykes easily fits on 2012 5-doors Impreza?
asked by: Jean-Pierre F
Expert Reply:
The Thule OutWay 2 Bike Carrier, part # TH45JV, will fit your 2012 Subaru Impreza as long as you do not have a spoiler on the back. The trunk mounted bike racks have straps that attach to the top and bottom of your rear hatch. A spoiler will interfere with this and the straps could damage the spoiler.
If you do have a rear spoiler, then I would recommend a hitch and hitch mounted bike rack. We carry the Curt Class I Hitch, part # C11120, for your vehicle and the Swagman Trailhead 2 Bike Carrier, part # S63360, is a popular choice with our Subaru customers. I have included installation instructions for you to check out. A support strap like # 18050 will help keep the bikes stable during trips.
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Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Curt 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
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Swagman Trailhead Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Swagman
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Thule Bike Adapter Bar for Women's and Alternative Frame Bikes
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
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- Frame
- 16 - 31-1/2 Inch Long
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Thule OutWay Trunk Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - Adjustable Arms
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- Frame Mount - Standard
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- Non-Retractable
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Fits Most Factory Spoilers
- 2 Straps
- Adjustable Arms
- Hanging Rack
- Thule
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