Roof Rack Recommendation for a 2016 Mazda CX-5 with Raised Side Rails

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I have raised side rails and want a factory looking set of crossbars for my 2016 Mazda CX-5, what would work best.

asked by: Mathew M

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For your 2016 Mazda CX-5 with raised side rails the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack # MPG215 is your best option.

This easy to install roof rack will provide you with the look you desire and will work great.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

Yes, I have listed for your below the roof rack systems from Rhino-Rack, Thule, and Yakima that will fit the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Covers like part #RTT-80243 for your 2019 Ram 1500. Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System part #RRVA180B-RRRLT600…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

The Malone Universal Crossbar System #MPG201 is a more economical choice but it still does a good job. The design and quality of Thule's system is why they have such a large difference in price. Whether you go with the Thule Crossroads system…

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Answer 6

That's ironic because currently (March 2022) Thule doesn't have a fit listed for the 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness. With that being said, from our research it looks like the Wilderness models on the newer Subaru vehicles won't affect…

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Answer 7

The manufacturers do not typically provide the static weight limit of the roof racks. A lot of that reasoning is that the static load limit is typically higher than the cars roof capacity. What I can tell you is that the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack…

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Answer 8

If you are using the Rhino-Rack Aero Bar Crossbars like #RRVA137B they have a dimension of 54" long x 3-1/8" wide x 1-3/16" tall which works for Thule boxes that use the PowerClick quick-release clamps, including the Thule Vector…

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Answer 9

Yes, the Malone AirFlow 2 crossbar kit part #MAL74AR is a black version of the Malone AirFlow2 50 inch that fits the raised side rails of your 2023 Subaru Forester Wilderness.

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Answer 10

Yes, the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MAL84AR will fit your 2023 Subaru Forester Wilderness with raised rails. If you let me know what you plan on using the roof rack for I'd be more than happy to make an additional recommendation for you!

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

If your 2016 Mazda CX-5 was made on May, 16th 2016 then you have a 2016.5 mid-year model as the cutoff date for prior mid-year models was April 1st, 2016. However, none of that matters when choosing a trailer hitch for your CX-5 as the Curt Trailer…

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