Recommended Roof Rack and Roof Mounted Cargo Box for 2015 Mazda 5

Question:

What crossbars can I use that will work with the Sport Rack SR7018 if I do not have side bars on a 2015 Mazda 5?

asked by: Tomas

Expert Reply:

As a first step, you'll need crossbars installed.

I'd recommend a square bar system by Inno, which would consist of the following parts:

46 Inch Square Crossbars, part # INB117
Roof Rack Feet, part # INXP
Vehicle Specific Fit Kit, part # INTR120

Once installed, the crossbars would have a bar spread (center to center distance between front and rear bar) of 33 inches, which is dictated by the fixed points on the roof where the rack would install. The widest bar spread the SportRack # SR7018 is compatible with is 29-7/8 inches, so the SportRack box would not be a fit.

Instead, I'd recommend the SportRack Horizon, part # SR7017. The Horizon has a 17 cubic foot capacity, and is compatible with crossbar spreads ranging from 23-5/8 to 36 inches, so it's work great with your 2015 Mazda 5.

If you click the provided link, you can see a product demonstration video featuring the # SR7017 Horizon Roof Mounted Cargo Box.